Kia Niro vs Lexus UX
What's the difference?

Kia Niro

$24,990 - $42,888

2023 price

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Lexus UX

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2026 price

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class

Mini 3D Hatch

Mini Countryman

Mitsubishi ASX

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Polestar 2 Long Range

Polestar 2 Standard Range

Summary

2023 Kia Niro

2026 Lexus UX

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Inline 4, 2.0L

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Unleaded Petrol/Electric

Electric range

455 km

4.2L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

16.2 kWh/100km

Battery capacity

64.00 kWh

Seating

Likes

Decent driving range
Pleasant interior design
Easy-to-use tech

Solid on-road handling
Great fuel economy
Long time between fills

Dislikes

Rougher ride
Doughy acceleration from a full stop
Expensive compared to rivals

Reminds you too often its a base grade
Drive modes largely indistinguishable
Cosy back seat

2023 Kia Niro Summary

Kia has released the newly updated Niro, which is the smaller and less sporty sibling to Kia’s popular, EV6. As far as EVs go, it has a decent driving range and specs that should entice first-time electric vehicle owners to dip their toes into the EV pool.

However, the updated model does come with a price hike… which might not excite a budget-conscious buyer, especially with such affordable competitors like the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric also available.

I’ve been hanging in it for a week with my family of three to see how it handles!

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2026 Lexus UX Summary

Replacing the long-standing UX250h, the more powerful Lexus UX300h hybrid sits at the luxury end of the compact SUV segment, and the latest update brings a refined line-up along with tweaks to both design and technology. In this review, I’m looking at the base Luxury grade to see what it's like to live with this hybrid day-today and how it stacks up against its nearest rivals.

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2023 Kia Niro 2026 Lexus UX

Verdict

The Kia Niro S Electric is a solid little SUV that has decent space inside and some nice specs, but it's more expensive than its nearest rivals. The EV powertrain can take a little getting used to and I would have liked a smoother ride, but the 460km driving range is good.

For first-time EV owners, this wouldn’t be a bad option if you wanted to dip your toes in the water but it will suit urban dwellers and smaller families, like mine, best. This gets a 7.5/10 from me.

My son wasn’t in love with this one. Not enough buttons for him to press and he did comment on how bumpy the ride was in the back. He gives it a 6.0/10.

Verdict

The updated Lexus UX300h Luxury is a solid entry in the premium compact SUV segment. It doesn’t break new ground, and there are areas that could be improved, but it handles well, offers a thoughtful selection of amenities for a base-grade luxury model, and its compact size makes it easy to park almost anywhere. For buyers seeking a stylish, efficient, and practical hybrid with a luxury badge, it’s a dependable choice.

Kia Niro vs Lexus UX What's the difference?

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Kia Niro vs Lexus UX
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