BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Kia |
Toyota |
| Model |
Niro EV Wave 2025 |
C-HR EV (C-HR+) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Subcompact Electric Crossover SUV |
| Trims |
Wind, Wave, and Earth |
Multiple (FWD Standard Range, FWD Long Range, AWD Performance) |
| Release Date |
December, 2024 |
Late 2025 (Europe) | 2026 (U.S.) |
| Status |
Available |
Upcoming / Pre-launch |
| Made In |
South Korea |
Japan / Europe (for EU market) |
| Body Type |
Compact Crossover SUV |
5-Door SUV (Coupe-style crossover) |
| Vehicle Warranty |
5 years / 60,000 miles |
3–5 years (region dependent, est.) |
| Colors |
Snow White Pearl, Mineral Blue, Runway Red, Cityscape Green, Steel Gray, and Black |
Multiple (to be announced; expected dual-tone options like bZ4X) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front-mounted) |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Horsepower |
201 hp (150 kW) |
FWD (57.7 kWh): ~167 hp |
| Torque |
188 lb-ft (255 Nm) |
300–450 Nm (varies by trim) |
| Acceleration |
0-60 mph in 7.8 seconds |
0–100 km/h in ~5.0–5.2 sec (AWD) |
| Top Speed |
104 mph |
180 km/h (est.) |
| Range |
253 miles |
Up to ~600 km (FWD, Long Range) |
| Drivetrain |
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
FWD (Standard & Long Range) | AWD (Performance model) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion Polymer |
Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity |
64.8 kWh |
57.7 kWh / 77 kWh (usable) |
| Power Consumption |
3.1 mi/kWh (32 kWh/100mi) |
15–17 kWh/100 km (WLTP est.) |
| Battery Warranty |
10yr/100,000mi (70% capacity retention) |
8 years / 100,000 miles (typical Toyota EV warranty) |
| Home Charging Speed |
7.5 hrs (0-100%) |
11 kW AC (22 kW optional in EU) |
| Supercharging Speed |
Around 85 kW |
Compatible with Tesla NACS (U.S.) |
| 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 |
30–35 miles (AC 11 kW), ~200 miles in 30 min (DC) |
| Charging Time |
7.5 hours (0-100%) |
10–80% in ~30 minutes (DC) |
| Charging Connector Type |
J1772 (Level 1/2) + CCS1 (DC Fast Charging) |
CCS2 (EU) | NACS (U.S.) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1 (120V): ~3-4 miles/hour (included) - Level 2 (240V): Requires 11 kW home charger (sold separately) |
Wallbox, public AC chargers |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW (48A) – Supports fastest Level 2 charging |
11–22 kW (market dependent) |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
174.0 inches |
4,520 mm |
| Width |
71.8 inches |
1,860 mm |
| Height |
61.4 inches |
1,650 mm (est.) |
| Wheelbase |
107.1 inches |
2,750 mm |
| Ground Clearance |
6.3 inches |
180 mm (est.) |
| Cargo Space |
22.8 cu ft (646 liters) |
416 L (rear seats up) |
| Curb Weight |
3,884 lbs |
1,850–2,050 kg (depending on battery) |
| No. of Doors |
5 Doors |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 Seats |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Premium Alloy Wheels |
Alloy |
| Wheel Size |
18-inch |
18"–20" (depending on trim) |
| Front Tire |
P235/45R18 |
235/55 R18 (base) |
| Rear Tire |
P235/45R18 |
235/55 R18 (base) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-Speed Automatic |
Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive) |
| Turning Radius |
17.4 ft |
5.5 m (est.) |
| Gear Box |
Fixed-Ratio (EV Direct Drive) |
1-speed |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson Strut |
MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link |
Multi-link |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
No |
No (Toyota Safety Sense instead) |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes (integrated, cloud-based) |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Dual-zone automatic |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
No |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Yes |
| Android Auto |
Yes |
Yes |
| Touchscreen |
10.25 inches |
14-inch central display |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes (4G LTE Wi-Fi) |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
6 Speakers |
6–9 (depending on trim, JBL premium audio available) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative Braking System (ABS) |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated Discs Brake |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Solid Discs Brake |
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) |
7–8 |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
Yes |
360° camera system |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No |
Yes |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes (heated & folding) |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
