Comparison - Kia Niro EX Premium 2020 - vs - Lexus UX 250h 2020

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
$
44,590
Updated: 
17 Apr 2019
$
34,350
Updated: 
10 Nov 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2020
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
1-speed Direct Drive
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
10.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Gravity Blue
#273A5B
Aurora Black Pearl
#141414
Snow white pearl
#FFFFFF
Runway red
#F21A27
Platinum Gray
#61656A
Silky Silver
#D7D7D7
Color: 
Eminent White Pearl
#f2f2f2
Caviar
#2e2e2e
Obsidian
#090909
Redline
#c42a28
Atomic Silver
#abaab8
Cadmium Orange
#bf3b17
Silver Lining Metallic
#bbbdba
Nebula Gray Pearl
#4f5052
Nori Green Pearl
#4b5137
Autumn Shimmer
#5c3223

Electric

Motors: 
permanent-magnet synchronous AC
Battery: 
liquid-cooled lithium-ion, 64.0 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
239mi
Top Speed: 
108mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
6.50s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Kia Niro EV comes with a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. basic warranty, a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 10 yr./ 100000 mi. powertrain warranty.Redesigned headlights.EX trim level gets standard 8-inch touchscreen.EX Premium trim now includes 10.25-inch touchscreen.

Pros
Lots of standard safety features
Plenty of driving range for an affordable EV
Fun to drive with zippy acceleration and surprisingly decent handling
Clever interior storage options

Cons
All-wheel drive isn't available despite crossover styling
Leather upholstery is a little stiff

By: 
edmunds.com

The Kia Niro EV gets more screen space for 2020, and it remains one of the roomiest of the affordable long-range electric vehicles.

Pros
Roomy interior
Simple, intuitive interface
Great infotainment systems
Packed with features

Cons
Not a $45,000 car in the up-close details
Busy ride motions
Benchlike front seats
Odd center console layout

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Kia Niro's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Hybrid and Electric SUVs category. It was a finalist for our 2020 Best Hybrid or Electric SUV for the Money award. Currently the Kia Niro has a score of 7.4 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent fuel economy
Spacious interior when compared with subcompact SUVs
Intuitive infotainment system

Cons
Not available with all-wheel drive
Interior not as upscale as rivals’
Unimpressive acceleration

By: 
usnews.com

The 2020 Lexus UX 250h comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.Adds Android Auto and Google Assistant functionality.Reverse braking now included with blind-spot warning option.

Pros
Fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain
Improved performance over standard non-hybrid model
Lots of standard and optional safety tech
Maneuverable around town thanks to small dimensions

Cons
Infotainment interface can be difficult to use
Limited rear legroom
Small rear cargo space with high liftover height

By: 
edmunds.com

Lexus goes light on updates for the 2020 UX by only adding a couple new features. Its subscription-based Enform connected services now has a revised trial period. Likewise, a rear cross-traffic alert has been added to its blind-spot monitor.

Pros
Enjoyable to drive,
convincingly upscale interior,
generous standard features.

Cons
Unrefined engine noises,
annoying infotainment touchpad,
small cargo area.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Lexus UX's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the Lexus UX has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Terrific fuel economy
Comfortable ride
Good maneuverability

Cons
Frustrating infotainment controls
Lackluster engine
Dull driving dynamics

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Electric
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
41.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
38.00mpg
Engine type: 
Electric
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
Torque: 
291ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
201hp
at 3 800rpm
181hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
34.80Feet
34.20Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
no
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
172.20in
177.00in
Width: 
71.10in
72.40in
Height: 
61.80in
60.60in
Ground Clearance: 
6.10in
Wheel Base: 
106.30in
103.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.10
37.20
Rear Head Room: 
37.70
36.30
Front Leg Room: 
41.70in
42.00in
Rear leg room: 
36.00in
33.10in
Front Hip Room: 
53.70in
53.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.00in
55.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
48.30in
52.30in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.10in
52.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
53.00cu.ft
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
18.50cu.ft
17.10cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
16.60degrees
Angle of Departure: 
29.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
3854.00lbs
3605.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
hands-free entry
Heated mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leatherette
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
6 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
8 -way power passenger seat
height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power driver seat
leatherette
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
8 Total Speakers
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
1 Subwoofer(S)
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)
USB with external media control
USB connection
6 total speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17 X 7.0 In.
18 x 7.0 in.
Wheels more: 
All Season Tires
Run flat tires
painted alloy wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
lane departure warning accident avoidance system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
LED headlamp
pre-collision safety system

Options

Packages: 
Cold Weather Package
Cold Weather Package
Premium Package
Exterior Options: 
Cross Bars
Rear Bumper Applique
Mud Guards
Wheel Locks
Door Edge Guards
Door Edge Film by 3M
Mudguards
Power Rear Door w/Kick Sensor
Rear Bumper Protector
Premium Paint
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Triple Beam LED Headlamps
Interior Options: 
Cargo Net
Cargo Mat
Carpeted Floor Mats
Universal Tablet Holder
Head Up Display
Electrochromic (Auto-Dimming) Inside Rear View Mirror w/Homelink Universal Transmitter
Power Tilt and Slide Moonroof
Wireless Charger
Key Gloves w/Lexus Logo
Heated Leather Steering Wheel
Navigation System w/10.3" Multimedia Display
Illuminated Door Sills
Carpet Cargo Mat
Key Gloves w/F Logo

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Charcoal,w/Blue Accents, leatherette
#2A2829
Color: 
Black, leatherette
#252525
Glazed Caramel NuLuxe, leatherette
#9b6849
Birch, leatherette
#a6a19d