BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Kia |
Ford |
| Model |
Niro EV Wave 2025 |
Mustang Mach-E (Next-Gen, 2025) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Electric SUV |
| Trims |
Wind, Wave, and Earth |
Select, Premium, California Route 1, GT, GT Performance Edition |
| Release Date |
December, 2024 |
Expected late 2025 (as 2026 model year) |
| Status |
Available |
Upcoming / Next-gen refresh |
| Made In |
South Korea |
Mexico (Cuautitlán Assembly Plant) |
| Body Type |
Compact Crossover SUV |
Crossover SUV |
| Vehicle Warranty |
5 years / 60,000 miles |
3 years / 36,000 miles basic, 8 years / 100,000 miles battery |
| Colors |
Snow White Pearl, Mineral Blue, Runway Red, Cityscape Green, Steel Gray, and Black |
Shadow Black, Star White, Vapor Blue, Grabber Blue, Rapid Red, Iconic Silver, Carbonized Gray, and others (new colors expected for next-gen) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front-mounted) |
Single-motor RWD / Dual-motor AWD (GT Performance Edition adds upgraded motors) |
| Horsepower |
201 hp (150 kW) |
266 hp (base) up to ~480 hp (GT Performance) |
| Torque |
188 lb-ft (255 Nm) |
317 lb-ft (base) up to 634 lb-ft (GT Performance) |
| Acceleration |
0-60 mph in 7.8 seconds |
6.0 sec (base) / 3.5 sec (GT Performance) |
| Top Speed |
104 mph |
124 mph |
| Range |
253 miles |
250 – 320 miles (depending on trim and battery) |
| Drivetrain |
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
RWD / AWD |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion Polymer |
Lithium-ion, liquid-cooled |
| Battery Capacity |
64.8 kWh |
Standard Range ~72 kWh, Extended Range ~91 kWh (expected improvements in next-gen) |
| Power Consumption |
3.1 mi/kWh (32 kWh/100mi) |
30–33 kWh/100 miles (est.) |
| Battery Warranty |
10yr/100,000mi (70% capacity retention) |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
7.5 hrs (0-100%) |
28 miles of range per charging hour (Level 2, 240V) |
| Supercharging Speed |
Around 85 kW |
Compatible with NACS (Tesla Superchargers from 2025 onward) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
85 kW (10-80% in 43 min) |
Up to 150 kW |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
25-30 miles/hour |
200 miles in 30 minutes (fast charging) |
| Charging Time |
7.5 hours (0-100%) |
10–80% in ~33 minutes (DC Fast Charger) |
| Charging Connector Type |
J1772 (Level 1/2) + CCS1 (DC Fast Charging) |
CCS / NACS (transitioning in 2025) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1 (120V): ~3-4 miles/hour (included) - Level 2 (240V): Requires 11 kW home charger (sold separately) |
120V, 240V Ford Connected Charge Station |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW (48A) – Supports fastest Level 2 charging |
11.5 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
174.0 inches |
186 in (4,730 mm) |
| Width |
71.8 inches |
74 in (1,880 mm) |
| Height |
61.4 inches |
64 in (1,625 mm) |
| Wheelbase |
107.1 inches |
117 in (2,972 mm) |
| Ground Clearance |
6.3 inches |
5.7 in (145 mm) |
| Cargo Space |
22.8 cu ft (646 liters) |
29 cu ft (rear), 60 cu ft (with seats folded), +4.7 cu ft (front trunk) |
| Curb Weight |
3,884 lbs |
4,800–5,200 lbs (depending on battery/motors) |
| No. of Doors |
5 Doors |
4 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 Seats |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Premium Alloy Wheels |
Alloy |
| Wheel Size |
18-inch |
18-inch (base) to 20-inch (GT Performance) |
| Front Tire |
P235/45R18 |
225/60 R18 (base) – 245/45 R20 (GT) |
| Rear Tire |
P235/45R18 |
225/60 R18 (base) – 245/45 R20 (GT) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
| Transmission |
Single-Speed Automatic |
Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive) |
| Turning Radius |
17.4 ft |
19 ft |
| Gear Box |
Fixed-Ratio (EV Direct Drive) |
Single-speed reduction gear |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson Strut |
MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link |
Multi-link independent suspension |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
No |
Ford BlueCruise hands-free driving (next-gen version with more highway coverage) |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes, built-in with OTA updates |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Dual-zone automatic |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes |
USB-C, USB-A, wireless |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Phone-as-a-Key + FOB |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
No |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Yes (wireless) |
| Android Auto |
Yes |
Yes (wireless) |
| Touchscreen |
10.25 inches |
15.5-inch vertical SYNC 4A system |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Integrated via infotainment |
| No. Of Speakers |
6 Speakers |
6 (base) – 10 with B&O premium system |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative Braking System (ABS) |
Regenerative braking + hydraulic assist |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated Discs Brake |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Solid Discs Brake |
Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
7 airbags (Front, side, curtain, driver knee) |
8 (front, side, curtain) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
Yes |
Yes (360° view available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No |
Not available (on-road focused SUV) |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
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