The unusual-looking Niro EV not only has a good on-paper electric range on one charge, but it also clings grimly to that range on a long journey in a useful manner. It’s also reasonably roomy (the boot’s bigger by far than that of the plug-in hybrid model) and it gets some posh cabin fixtures and fittings from the bigger, more expensive Kia EV6. It’s not the most thrilling thing to drive, though.

Kia Niro EV Tech Specs

Model featured	Kia Niro EV
Official WLTP range between charges	460km
Battery details (usable capacity)	64.8kWh lithium-ion
Electric motor details	150kW front-mounted motor
Fastest recharging rate	72kW on DC
Energy consumption	16.2kWh per 100km
Maximum power output	204hp
Maximum torque output	255Nm
0-100km/h	7.8 seconds
Towing capability	750kg braked
Kerb weight	1,739kg