Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus vs Kia Niro EV EX+ Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Tesla Model 3 | Kia Niro EV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$54,990 | C$48,495 |
| Range (Claimed) | 438 km | 385 km |
| Battery Capacity | 60 kWh | 64.8 kWh |
| Motor Power | 208 kW | 150 kW |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | 167 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.1s (0-100 km/h)s | 7.8s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 15 min (10-80%) | 43 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Tesla Model 3 vs Kia Niro EV: Verdict
The Kia Niro EV is the more affordable choice at C$48,495, undercutting the other by about C$6,495. The Tesla Model 3 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 438 km versus 385 km — roughly 53 km more. The Tesla Model 3 is the more powerful EV, producing 208 kW to the other's 150 kW.
Choose the Tesla Model 3 if you want more driving range between charges (438 km); pick the Kia Niro EV if a lower purchase price (C$48,495) matters more to you.
Tesla Model 3 vs Kia Niro EV
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Spec Score(16 specs)
8
16 specs
Tesla Model 3
Best
2
16 specs
Kia Niro EV
Complete view of all specifications in one place
Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$54,990
C$48,495
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
438 km
385 km
Battery
↑ higher
60 kWh
64.8 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
208 kW
150 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
6.1s (0-100 km/h)s
7.8s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
60 kWh
64.8 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
438 km
385 km
Range Standard
WLTP
EPA
Fast Charging
15 min (10-80%)
43 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
8 hrs (240V)
9.5 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
208 kW
150 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
201 km/h
167 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
6.1s (0-100 km/h)s
7.8s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
4720 mm
4420 mm
Width
1850 mm
1825 mm
Height
1443 mm
1570 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2875 mm
2720 mm
Features
Tesla Model 3
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Kia Niro EV
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
5
of 11 wins
Tesla Model 3
Best Overall
1
of 11 wins
Kia Niro EV
Comparing:
Tesla Model 3 (Standard Range Plus) vs Kia Niro EV (EX+)
| Spec name |  Electric Tesla Model 3Standard Range Plus C$54,990 2026EMI → |  Electric Kia Niro EVEX+ C$48,495 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$54,990 | C$48,495 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$871/mo | C$768/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 208 kW Best | 150 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 60 kWh | 64.8 kWh Best | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 420 Nm | 255 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 201 km/h Best | 167 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 6.1s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 7.8s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 438 km Best | 385 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | WLTP | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 15 min (10-80%) | 43 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 8 hrs (240V) | 9.5 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4720 mm | 4420 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1850 mm | 1825 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1443 mm | 1570 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2875 mm Best | 2720 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- 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