Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Kia Niro
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is more fuel-efficient at 120 MPG combined, against 113 MPG for the Kia Niro. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia Niro | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 97 | 77 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 15 and 3 | 14 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 6,000 miles | |
| Recalls | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 120 MPG | 113 MPG |
| City and highway | 131 and 109 | 126 and 101 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $650 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 97 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt EV and 77 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 5 stars for the Kia Niro.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2 for the Kia Niro.