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Audi A4 Avant vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Kia Niro?

Audi A4 Avant vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Niro is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Audi A4 Avant costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,108 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant offers considerably more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is very slightly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers very slightly more boot space – 495 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries a bit more – 565 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Avant is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £37,200
A4 Avant

Audi A4 Avant

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 470 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
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The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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Kia Niro

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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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