← Back to compare hub

Kia Niro EV vs Lexus UX300h

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Lexus logo

2026 Lexus UX300h

Full research

Overview

SpecKia Niro EVWindLexus UX300hUX 300h FWD
Selected trimWindUX 300h FWD
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricregular unleaded
Transmission1-speed direct drivecontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typeelectrichybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecKia Niro EVWindLexus UX300hUX 300h FWD
MSRP$39,700$36,955 (best)
Lowest listing price$20,151 (best)—
Median listing price$32,108 (best)—
Highest listing price$48,090 (best)—
For sale now24 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia Niro EVWindLexus UX300hUX 300h FWD
Combined MPG—43 MPG (best)
City MPG—45 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—41 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe113 MPGe (best)—
Electric range253 mi (best)—
Battery capacity64 kWh (best)—
240V charge time7.5 hr (best)—
Fuel tank—11 gal (best)

Performance

SpecKia Niro EVWindLexus UX300hUX 300h FWD
Horsepower201 hp (best)196 hp
Torque188 lb-ft (best)139 lb-ft
Engine size—2 L (best)
Cylinders—I4

Size & capability

SpecKia Niro EVWindLexus UX300hUX 300h FWD
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume63.7 cu ft (best)—
Curb weight3,803 lbs3,455 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.9 in (best)—
Wheelbase107.1 in (best)104 in
Length174 in177 in (best)
Width71.9 in72 in (best)
Height61.8 in (best)61 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia Niro EVWindLexus UX300hUX 300h FWD
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimKia Niro EVLexus UX300h
1

Wind

$39,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

UX 300h FWD

$36,955 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Wave

$44,700 MSRP

UX 300h AWD

$38,525 MSRP

3—

UX 300h Premium

$40,225 MSRP

4—

UX 300h F SPORT Design

$40,790 MSRP

5—

UX 300h Premium AWD

$41,795 MSRP

6—

UX 300h F SPORT Handling

$45,375 MSRP

7—

UX 300h F SPORT Handling

$46,945 MSRP

Live inventory

Kia Niro EV vs Lexus UX300h FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Lexus UX300h?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia Niro EV vs 2026 Lexus UX300h on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Lexus UX300h?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lexus UX300h starts lower at $36,955. Live Kia Niro EV listings start at $20,151.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Lexus UX300h?
The 2026 Lexus UX300h leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,955).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Lexus UX300h?
The 2026 Lexus UX300h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (43).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Lexus UX300h?
The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (253).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2026 Lexus UX300h?
The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).