Comparison
Kia Niro vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Volvo EX3 253 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $39,850 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 45 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Volvo EX3 0.7 vs 9.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Volvo EX3
261 mi vs 253 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $158/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 45 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 300 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Volvo EX3
76.4 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Kia Niro | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Electric | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $39,850 | $38,950 |
| Range | 253 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 300 Wh/mi • 3.33 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 64.8 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| Body type | Crossover | SUV |
| DC max | 85 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 45 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 46.3 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 50 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 158 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 104 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Volvo EX3 if you want the longer rated range (261 mi vs 253 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 45 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $158/mi).
Weighted verdict
Volvo EX3 has the stronger weighted profile (9.3 vs 0.7).
Kia Niro0.7 Volvo EX39.3 85 kW45 min 153 kW26 min
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