Hyundai IONIQ 5 Preferred RWD vs Kia Niro EV EX+ Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Hyundai IONIQ 5 | Kia Niro EV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$49,999 | C$48,495 |
| Range (Claimed) | 402 km | 385 km |
| Battery Capacity | 63 kWh | 64.8 kWh |
| Motor Power | 168 kW | 150 kW |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 167 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.5s (0-100 km/h)s | 7.8s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 18 min (10-80%) | 43 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Kia Niro EV: Verdict
The Kia Niro EV is the more affordable choice at C$48,495, undercutting the other by about C$1,504. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 charges faster on a DC fast charger, peaking at 233 kW against 100 kW.
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 if you want faster DC charging (up to 233 kW); pick the Kia Niro EV if a lower purchase price (C$48,495) matters more to you.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Kia Niro EV
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Spec Score(16 specs)
6
16 specs
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Best
4
16 specs
Kia Niro EV
Complete view of all specifications in one place
Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$49,999
C$48,495
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
402 km
385 km
Battery
↑ higher
63 kWh
64.8 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
168 kW
150 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
8.5s (0-100 km/h)s
7.8s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
63 kWh
64.8 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
402 km
385 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
18 min (10-80%)
43 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
6.5 hrs (240V)
9.5 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
168 kW
150 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
185 km/h
167 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
8.5s (0-100 km/h)s
7.8s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
4635 mm
4420 mm
Width
1890 mm
1825 mm
Height
1605 mm
1570 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
3000 mm
2720 mm
Features
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Kia Niro EV
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
4
of 11 wins
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Best Overall
2
of 11 wins
Kia Niro EV
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 (Preferred RWD) vs Kia Niro EV (EX+)
| Spec name |  Electric Hyundai IONIQ 5Preferred RWD C$49,999 2026EMI → |  Electric Kia Niro EVEX+ C$48,495 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$49,999 | C$48,495 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$792/mo | C$768/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 168 kW Best | 150 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 63 kWh | 64.8 kWh Best | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 350 Nm | 255 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 185 km/h Best | 167 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 8.5s (0-100 km/h)s | 7.8s (0-100 km/h)s Best | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 402 km Best | 385 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 18 min (10-80%) | 43 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 6.5 hrs (240V) | 9.5 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4635 mm | 4420 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1890 mm | 1825 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1605 mm | 1570 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 3000 mm Best | 2720 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto