Kia Niro EV vs Chevrolet Bolt EV Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Kia Niro EV | Chevrolet Bolt EV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$48,495 | C$38,995 |
| Range (Claimed) | 385 km | 417 km |
| Battery Capacity | 64.8 kWh | 65 kWh |
| Motor Power | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 145 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.8s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.5s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 43 min (10-80%) | 60 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | N/A | N/A |
| NCAP Safety Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Airbags | N/A | N/A |
Kia Niro EV vs Chevrolet Bolt EV
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Spec Score(12 specs)
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12 specs
Kia Niro EV
6
12 specs
Chevrolet Bolt EV
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$48,495
C$38,995
Range
↑ higher
385 km
417 km
Battery
↑ higher
64.8 kWh
65 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
150 kW
150 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
7.8s (0-100 km/h)
6.5s (0-100 km/h)
Battery
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
64.8 kWh
65 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
385 km
417 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
43 min (10-80%)
60 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
9.5 hrs (240V)
7 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
150 kW
150 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
167 km/h
145 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
7.8s (0-100 km/h)
6.5s (0-100 km/h)
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
4420 mm
N/A
Width
1825 mm
N/A
Height
1570 mm
N/A
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2720 mm
N/A
Ground Clearance
↑ higher
N/A
N/A
Features
Kia Niro EV
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Chevrolet Bolt EV
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- + 2 more
Spec Score(9 comparable specs)
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Kia Niro EV
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of 9 wins
Chevrolet Bolt EV
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Comparing:
Kia Niro EV (EX+) vs Chevrolet Bolt EV (1LT)
| Spec name |  EV Kia Niro EVEX+ C$48,495 2026Finance → |  EV Chevrolet Bolt EV1LT C$38,995 2026Finance → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value2 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$48,495 | C$38,995 | |
Est. Monthly ↓ lowerEstimated monthly payment — 40% down, 7% p.a., 5-year loan | CAD 576/mo | CAD 463/mo | |
⚡Performance4 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 150 kW | 150 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 64.8 kWh | 65 kWh Best | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 167 km/h Best | 145 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 7.8s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.5s (0-100 km/h)s Best | |
🔋Range & Charging4 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 385 km | 417 km Best | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 43 min (10-80%) | 60 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 9.5 hrs (240V) | 7 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4420 mm | N/A | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1825 mm | N/A | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1570 mm | N/A | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2720 mm | N/A | |
Ground Clearance ↑ higherLowest point clearance from ground | N/A | N/A | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto