Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Kia Niro
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is more fuel-efficient at 119 MPG combined, against 112 MPG for the Kia Niro. At EPA assumptions that is about $50 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia Niro | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 245 | 87 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 2 and 15 | 6 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 10,000 miles | 45,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 119 MPG | 112 MPG |
| City and highway | 128 and 110 | 123 and 102 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $700 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 245 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt EV and 87 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: 6 for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 1 for the Kia Niro.