Comparison
Hyundai Ioniq6 vs Kia Niro
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Hyundai Ioniq6 342 mi vs 253 mi
Best value Kia Niro $42,800 vs $39,850
Faster charging Hyundai Ioniq6 18 min vs 45 min
Weighted profile Hyundai Ioniq6 7.8 vs 2.2
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Hyundai Ioniq6
342 mi vs 253 mi
Value winner
Hyundai Ioniq6
$125/mi vs $158/mi
Charging winner
Hyundai Ioniq6
18 min vs 45 min
Efficiency winner
Hyundai Ioniq6
260 Wh/mi vs 300 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Hyundai Ioniq6
80.5 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq6 | Kia Niro |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Ioniq 6 RWD (18 inch Wheels) | Electric |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,800 | $39,850 |
| Range | 342 mi | 253 mi |
| Efficiency | 260 Wh/mi • 3.85 mi/kWh | 300 Wh/mi • 3.33 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 74 kWh | 64.8 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| Body type | Sedan | Crossover |
| DC max | 235 kW | 85 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 18 min | 45 min |
| Roadtrip score | 89.2 | 46.3 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 166 mi | 50 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 125 $/mi | 158 $/mi |
| Top speed | 115 mph | 104 mph |
| Cargo | 14 cu ft | 17 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,307 lb | 1,653 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Hyundai Ioniq6 if you want the longer rated range (342 mi vs 253 mi).
- Choose Hyundai Ioniq6 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 18 min vs 45 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Hyundai Ioniq6 looks better ($125/mi vs $158/mi).
Weighted verdict
Hyundai Ioniq6 has the stronger weighted profile (7.8 vs 2.2).
Hyundai Ioniq67.8 Kia Niro2.2 235 kW18 min 85 kW45 min
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