Which is faster from Riga to Lisbon: Kia Niro EV or Tesla Model S 2023?

The Kia Niro EV is faster, arriving 312 minutes sooner with 25 charging stops compared to 14 for the Tesla Model S 2023.

How many charging stops does the Kia Niro EV need from Riga to Lisbon?

The Kia Niro EV needs 25 charging stops to complete the 3810km route from Riga to Lisbon, with a total travel time of 45h 43m.

What is the total travel time from Riga to Lisbon in an EV?

The travel time depends on the EV. The Kia Niro EV completes the 3810km route in 45h 43m, while the Tesla Model S 2023 takes 50h 55m.

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Kia Niro EV vs Tesla Model S 2023: Riga to Lisbon

Which EV is faster on the 3810km route? <strong>Kia Niro EV</strong> wins by 312 minutes with 25 charging stops.

In our Riga to Lisbon EV duel, the Kia Niro EV beats the Tesla Model S 2023 by 312 minutes, completing the 3810km route in 45h 43min. The key advantage? Faster charging speeds. Route calculated on July 19, 2026 using real-time charging station data.

The Tesla Model S 2023's 505km range doesn't beat the Kia Niro EV's 370km here - charging speed and efficiency matter more.

⚠️ Route direction matters! Charging stops may differ. See reverse direction: Lisbon → Riga

Winner

Kia Niro EV

Total time: 45h 43min (312 min faster)
Charging stops: 25
Charging time: 7h 59min
Energy: ~659 kWh
Distance: 3810km

Quick Comparison

Metric	Kia Niro EV	Tesla Model S 2023
Travel time	45h 43min	50h 55min
Charging time:	7h 59min	10h 41min
Charging stops:	25	14
Energy used	~686 kWh	~709 kWh

Charging Strategy Breakdown

Kia Niro EV Route

Start: Riga (100% charge)
Stop 1: Circle K (47 min, 37% → 86%)
Stop 2: Kaufland (10 min, 10% → 25%)
Stop 3: IONITY Olsze Południe (19 min, 13% → 53%)
Stop 4: MOP Żnin Zachód (13 min, 10% → 39%)
Stop 5: MOP Dopiewiec (14 min, 10% → 40%)
Stop 6: MOP Walewice (13 min, 10% → 39%)
Stop 7: Aral Autohof Niederlehme (28 min, 10% → 66%)
Stop 8: Fastned Rastplatz Uhry Nord (18 min, 10% → 49%)
Stop 9: Fastned Rastplatz Löwenburg (23 min, 10% → 57%)
Stop 10: Ehrenberg West (23 min, 10% → 57%)
Stop 11: IONITY Bierset (20 min, 10% → 53%)
Stop 12: Aire de La Sentinelle Ouest (22 min, 10% → 55%)
Stop 13: IONITY Novotel Roissy Saint-Witz (10 min, 10% → 30%)
Stop 14: Aire de Limours-Janvry (10 min, 11% → 31%)
Stop 15: IONITY McDonald's (20 min, 10% → 53%)
Stop 16: Aire de Ste Maure de Touraine (19 min, 10% → 50%)
Stop 17: Fastned Aire des Groies (17 min, 10% → 46%)
Stop 18: Aire de l'Estalot (19 min, 10% → 51%)
Stop 19: Supercharger McDonald's (18 min, 10% → 48%)
Stop 20: Supercharger Telleria Industrialdea (18 min, 10% → 49%)
Stop 21: IONITY Briviesca Norte (17 min, 10% → 47%)
Stop 22: Autovía de Castilla (28 min, 10% → 65%)
Stop 23: IONITY Cepsa (24 min, 10% → 60%)
Stop 24: IONITY Castelo Branco Oeste (17 min, 10% → 47%)
Stop 25: Área de Serviço de Santarém Oeste (12 min, 10% → 36%)
Arrival: Lisbon

Tesla Model S 2023 Route

Start: Riga (100% charge)
Stop 1: Rastplatz (33 min, 64% → 88%)
Stop 2: Energa Kaufland (79 min, 10% → 80%)
Stop 3: Biedronka Hallera (72 min, 10% → 82%)
Stop 4: TotalEnergies Autohof (27 min, 10% → 59%)
Stop 5: Aral Autohof Himmelkron (31 min, 10% → 65%)
Stop 6: 24-ARAL Autohof (32 min, 10% → 67%)
Stop 7: Aire de la Porte d’Alsace Nord (26 min, 10% → 56%)
Stop 8: Supercharger Mercure Hotel (18 min, 10% → 55%)
Stop 9: Aire des Volcans d'Auvergne Ouest (30 min, 10% → 63%)
Stop 10: Aire du Manoire (51 min, 10% → 64%)
Stop 11: Aire de l'Océan Ouest (78 min, 10% → 79%)
Stop 12: E.S. Vista Alegre - AVIA (59 min, 10% → 62%)
Stop 13: Paseo de la Estación (60 min, 10% → 63%)
Stop 14: Rua João Evengelista (45 min, 10% → 58%)
Arrival: Lisbon

Why the Kia Niro EV Won

The Kia Niro EV achieved a 312-minute advantage over Tesla Model S 2023 on this 3810km route. Key factors:

Faster charging: Total charging time of 7h 59min vs 10h 41min thanks to higher peak charging speeds or better charging curve.
Better efficiency: Lower energy consumption (~659 kWh vs ~717 kWh) means less time spent charging.

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Calculation Assumptions

Temperature: 15°C (summer default)
Driving style: Highway (100-120 km/h)
Starting battery: 100%
Target arrival: 10% minimum
Minimum charging stop: 10 minutes
Range: 80% of WLTP (adjustable)
Charging data: GoingElectric.de

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Our calculations use real-world consumption data and actual charging curves from GoingElectric database. Results account for highway speeds, temperature assumptions, and real charger locations along your route.

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We support major charging networks including Tesla Supercharger, Ionity, Fastned, and all CCS-compatible chargers across Europe. You can also compare different networks to see which gets you there fastest.

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Kia Niro EV vs Tesla Model S 2023: Riga to Lisbon

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