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2022 BMW X2 vs. 2022 Kia Niro EV Review

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2022 BMW
X2

MSRP*: $36,600 to $46,450
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2022 Kia
Niro EV

MSRP*: $39,090 to $44,650
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 - 32 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.1 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 301-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 - 301 hp 201 hp
Exterior Length 172.2 in 172.2 in
Exterior Width 71.8 in 71.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.0 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The BMW X2 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Niro EV, with comparable head- and legroom. The Kia Niro EV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the BMW X2.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW X2 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Niro EV.

Dimensions
The BMW X2 is about the same width as the Kia Niro EV. When looking at overall length, the BMW X2 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Niro EV.

Handling
The BMW X2 has a larger turning radius than the Kia Niro EV, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X2 has a little more horsepower than the Kia Niro EV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the BMW X2 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro EV.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X2 and the Kia Niro EV. The BMW X2 has less cargo space than the Kia Niro EV, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.

Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the BMW X2 than that of the Kia Niro EV.