Comparison between:
- 2024 KIA Niro EV Wave
- 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2024 KIA Niro EV Wave | 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro | |
| Series | - | ID. |
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| Trim | Wave | Pro |
| Model year | 2024 (MY24) | 2022 (MY22) |
| Market | North America | North America |
| Price | USD 44,600 (USA, Jul 2025) | USD 41,230 (USA, Apr 2022) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Crossover | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Advanced High Strength Steel Aluminium | Steel |
| Exterior colors | Steel Gray Interstellar Gray Snow White Pearl Aurora Black Pearl Runway Red Cityscape Green Mineral Blue Snow White Pearl with Steel Gray Aeroblade | Mythos Black Glacier White Scale Silver Moonstone Gray Dusk Blue |
| Interior colors | Charcoal Gray | Black |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 174.0 in 4420 mm | 180.5 in 4584 mm |
| Width | 71.9 in 1826 mm | 72.9 in 1852 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 83.0 in 2108 mm |
| Height | 61.8 in 1570 mm | 64.6 in 1642 mm |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in 2720 mm | 108.9 in 2765 mm |
| Front track | 61.9 in 1572 mm | 62.5 in 1587 mm |
| Rear track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 61.5 in 1562 mm |
| Front overhang | 35.2 in 895 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | 31.7 in 805 mm | - |
| Approach angle | 15.7 ° | - |
| Departure angle | 26.8 ° | - |
| Clearance | 5.9 in 150 mm | 6.1 in 155 mm |
| Front headroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 40.6 in 1030 mm |
| Rear headroom | 38.1 in 968 mm | 37.9 in 963 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 57.5 in 1460 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.4 in 1407 mm | 55.9 in 1421 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.3 in 1354 mm | 54.4 in 1382 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.7 in 1339 mm | 46.7 in 1185 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.5 in 1054 mm | 41.1 in 1045 mm |
| Rear legroom | 36.9 in 937 mm | 37.6 in 954 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2823.0 l 99.69 ft3 2.82 m3 | 2830.0 l 99.94 ft3 2.83 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 645.6 l 22.80 ft3 0.65 m3 | 858.0 l 30.30 ft3 0.86 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1803.0 l 63.67 ft3 1.80 m3 | 1818.0 l 64.20 ft3 1.82 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 20.0 l 0.71 ft3 0.02 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 3802.97 lb 1725 kg | 4563.57 lb 2070 kg |
| Roof load | - | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | 981.06 lb 445 kg | 936.96 lb 425 kg |
| GVWR | 4784.03 lb 2170 kg | 5643.83 lb 2560 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | - |
| Towing capacity unbraked | 661.39 lb 300 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.29 Cd | 0.28 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Headroom with sunroof front - 1040 mm Headroom with sunroof rear - 976 mm Passenger volume with a sunroof - 2865 l |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | Volkswagen |
| Model | - | APP 310 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Brushless DC Motor (BLDC) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Rear |
| Voltage | 358 V | - |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 6000 - 9000 rpm | - |
| Torque | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 0 - 6000 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Comfort Sport | Eco Comfort Sport Standard |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Total system torque | 255 Nm 26.0 kgm 188.1 ft-lb | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.80 s | 8.50 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 7.10 s | - |
| Additional information | 30 - 70 kph - 2.9 s 60 - 100 kph - 3.8 s 80 - 120 kph - 5.0 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 252.9 mi / 407.0 km | EPA, CMB: 275.0 mi / 442.6 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 116 MPGe EPA, CMB: 32 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 107 MPGe EPA, HWY: 98 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 9.6 m 31.50 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.66 | 3.5 |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 13.3:1 | Steering ratio - 15.92:1 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 10.65 | 4.39 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Telescopic shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Additional information | 100 - 0 km/h - 135 ft / 38.1 m | - |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 16.0 in 406 mm | 14.1 in 358 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 1.2 in 30 mm |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Drums |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 15.0 in 381 mm | - |
| Additional information | Integrated Electric Booster (IEB) | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7Jx17 ET50 | 8Jx19 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/55R17 94W | 230/55R19 255/50R19 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | 77 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | 82 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 64.8 kWh | - |
| Battery capacity in Ah | 180.9 Ah | - |
| Manufacturer | SK Innovation | LG Chem |
| Model | - | LGX E78 |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCM712 |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | - | 299 |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | - | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | - | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | - | 12 |
| Battery voltage | 358 V | 408 V |
| Energy density | 146.3 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 976.65 lb 443 kg | 1086.88 lb 493 kg |
| Volume | 289.0 l 10.21 ft3 0.29 m3 | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Optional battery heater | Liquid-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | Cell-level energy density - 253 Wh/kg 12V battery capacity - 60 Ah | - |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 | Type 1 CCS1 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 85 kW | AC 11 kW DC 135 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 350 kW, 0:43 DC 85 kW, 0:43 DC 100 kW, 0:45 DC 50 kW, 1:05 AC 7 kW, 9:05 | - |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | Body color roof, black roof rails, black roof accents & C-pillar (S) Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go (S) Advanced keyless access (KESSY) with proximity unlocking (S) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) (S) Anti-theft vehicle immobilizer (S) Center display proximity sensor (S) Driver and front passenger airbags (S) Drowsiness detection (S) Dual front airbags (S) Dual front-side airbags (S) e-Sound (S) ECall emergency call system (S) Electromechanical Brake Booster (eBB) (S) Electronic parking brake (S) First aid kit, warning triangle and safety vest (S) Foldable trailer hitch with electrical release (S) Front Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection (S) IQ.Drive assist (S) ISOFIX (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights (S) Park Distance Control, front & rear (S) Portable tire fix kit (S) Power door locks w/ remote featuring panic button (S) Rain sensor (S) Rear View Camera System with dynamic guidelines (S) Side Curtain Protection head impact airbags, front & rear (S) Three-point automatic seat belts at the front with height adjustment and tensioners (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (S) Traffic sign recognition (S) Warning sound and light for front and rear seatbelts not fastened (S) Wheel locks with extended theft protection (S) 10-inch Discover Pro display (S) 5.3-inch Volkswagen ID.Cockpit configurable digital instrument display (S) App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) App-Connect smartphone integration via USB (S) Bluetooth (S) Capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (S) Capability for VW Car-Net services (S) Car2X (S) DAB + digital radio reception (S) Discover Pro navigation (S) Diversity antenna for FM reception (S) Hello ID. voice control (S) Rear USB-C charging ports for 2nd row (S) 7 x speakers (S) Telephone interface (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the front (S) Wireless App-Connect smartphone integration (S) Wireless inductive charger (for compatible devices) (S) Wireless inductive charger (for compatible devices) (S) 2nd row adjustable air vents (S) Climatronic with touch dual-zone automatic climate control and pollen filter (S) Heat pump (S) 3-passenger, 60/40 split fold-flat rear bench (S) 6-way manually adjustable front seats with power recline (S) Armrests for front seats (S) Center console w/ configurable storage & cup holders (S) Heated front seats (S) Seat-mounted fold-down center armrests for front seats (S) Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Multi-function steering wheel (S) Tilting & telescoping adjustable steering column (S) Automatic, variable intermittent front windshield wipers with rain sensor (S) Heated automatic front washer nozzles (S) Illuminated & carpeted cargo area w/ tie-down hooks & 12V power port (S) Illuminated flush door handles (S) Laminated safety glass for the windscreen (S) Rear window wiper & washer (S) Tinted privacy glass for 2nd row & cargo area windows (S) Wirelessly heated, infrared reflecting, noise insulating windscreen (S) Aspherical exterior mirror on driver's side (S) Auto-dimming rear-view mirror (S) Body color side mirror caps (S) Convex exterior mirror on front passenger's side (S) Electrically adjustable, foldable and heated exterior mirrors (S) Lit make-up mirror on sunvisors (S) Adjustable 10-color ambient interior lighting (S) Automatic headlights with "Coming Home-Leaving Home" feature (S) Front & rear LED reading lights (S) ID.Light (S) LED headlights (S) LED Reflector headlights (S) LED taillights and LED rear license plate lighting (S) Signature LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (S) Carpeted floor mats, front & rear (S) Leatherette door trim & armrests (S) Matrix fabric (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | There could be differences between the various trim level features according to the market. Make sure you check with your local dealer for the exact parameters. | - |
| 2024 KIA Niro EV Wave | 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro |