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Kia e-Niro vs Renault 4
Selected trimElectricChange trim249 mi · 52 kWh · £27,195
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. Compare the Kia Niro EV with the Renault 4
In this comparison, Kia e-Niro stays competitive across the board, while the Renault 4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Renault 4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault 4 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueRenault
Kia
0
Renault
6.7
Motorway RangeRenault
Kia
2.5
Renault
5.4
FamilyRenault
Kia
3.7
Renault
6.5
ChargingRenault
Kia
0.3
Renault
5.3
Cost Per MileRenault
Kia
5.1
Renault
8.9
City DrivingRenault
Kia
7.1
Renault
7.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Renault 4
Electric
- 70 miles more WLTP range
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.6s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £27,195 |
| Official range | 180 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 451 L (better) | 420 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia e-Niro
Renault 4
Length
Kia e-Niro4,375mm
Renault 44,144mm-231mm
Width
Kia e-Niro1,805mm
Renault 41,796mm-9mm
Height
Kia e-Niro1,570mm-2mm
Renault 41,572mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,375 mm | 4,144 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm | 1,796 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,020 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,572 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare | 604 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 164 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 451 L (better) | 420 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1405 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia e-Niro
- Uses 153 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,375 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Renault 4
- 249 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 420 L is bigger than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia e-Niro 2 |  Renault 4 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.14m-231mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m-9mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.57m+2mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.62m-76mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155mm | 181mm+26mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 451L (better) | 420L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1405L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 164mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,667kg | 1,492kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh | 52kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 180 mi | 249 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £27,195 |
| Price after EV grant | Not available | £23,445 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2019–2022 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 180 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 126 miles | 208 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 39.2 kWh | 52 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 110 kW (better) |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 245 Nm |
| Drivetrain | fwd | Not available |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia e-Niro
2
Renault 4
Electric
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,495 | £20,499 |
| Average used price | £15,045 | £21,478 |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Up 9.6% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Renault 4 Electric
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Kia e-Niro
2
Owners love
- Very efficient, with owners commonly seeing 4 miles per kWh or more and 250 miles or so from a charge in mild weather
- Little or no battery degradation reported, even on high-mileage and taxi cars
- Comfortable, quiet and easy to live with, with a high seating position and wide-opening doors
Watch out for
- A minority of cars develop a whining or rattling motor and reduction-gear bearing noise, usually fixed under warranty but sometimes with long waits for parts
- The boot is smaller than the crossover shape suggests
- Range drops by around 30% in winter and noticeably at motorway speeds
Owner tips
- Listen for whining, rattling or ticking from the drivetrain on the test drive
- Check the service history is complete (every 12 months or 10,000 miles) to keep the warranty valid
Renault 4
Electric
Owners love
- Owners and test drivers like the design, which stands out from other small electric SUVs.
- The boot has a low, flat sill that makes loading easy, and it is bigger than the Renault 5's.
- Rear legroom is better than in the Renault 5.
Watch out for
- Heated seats, a heated steering wheel and the powered tailgate come only on the top trims.
- Owners report a winter range drop of around 20%, with some seeing about 130 miles.
- Some owners report the car's own charge scheduling and the app failing to start a timed charge after it has gone to sleep.
Owner tips
- If you charge on a smart tariff, let the tariff or charger app control the schedule and check a charge has actually started.
- Use the Perso button by the steering wheel to set your preferred driver-assist settings in one press.
Buying options
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Kia e-Niro
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Renault 4
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia e-Niro
No active listings.
Renault 4
- £22,4572026Cars2View
- £20,4992025Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Kia e-Niro and Renault 4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro and 208 miles for the Renault 4 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault 4 goes roughly 81 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia e-Niro or the Renault 4?
The two are within 9 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 604 mm of total clearance for the Renault 4 and about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia e-Niro or the Renault 4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Kia e-Niro and 84% for the Renault 4. That gives the Kia e-Niro a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Renault 4 has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia e-Niro.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .