2023 FIAT 500X vs. 2025 Kia Niro Review

Picture of the 2023 FIAT 500X

2023 FIAT
500X

MSRP*: $30,245 to $33,275
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Niro

2025 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,990 to $35,390
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MPG - City 24 MPG 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG 45 - 54 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 39.8 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 177-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 177 hp 139 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 167.2 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Niro than in the FIAT 500X, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Kia Niro offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the FIAT 500X, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
With the Kia Niro, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the FIAT 500X, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the FIAT 500X will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Niro.

Dimensions
The FIAT 500X is a little narrower than the Kia Niro, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The FIAT 500X is slightly shorter than the Kia Niro, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The FIAT 500X has a larger turning radius than the Kia Niro, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The FIAT 500X has a little more horsepower than the Kia Niro.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the FIAT 500X does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the FIAT 500X and the Kia Niro. The FIAT 500X has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Niro.