Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Kia Niro
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is more fuel-efficient at 119 MPG combined, against 50 MPG for the Kia Niro. At EPA assumptions that is about $700 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia Niro | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 471 | 124 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 18 and 6 | 4 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 25,000 miles | 44,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 119 MPG | 50 MPG |
| City and highway | 128 and 110 | 52 and 49 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $1,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 471 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt EV and 124 for the Kia Niro. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 4 for the Kia Niro.