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BYD Han vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Kia Niro?

BYD Han vs Kia Niro: Key differences

BYD Han

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Niro is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,026 £.

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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 BYD Han offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 379 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 7.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 435 Nm more.

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is substantially lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 851 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers only slightly more boot space – 451 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries visibly more – 466 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han stands well ahead of its rival 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 £59,200
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BYD Han

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 521 km
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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro is a practical crossover that blends economy and everyday versatility without sacrificing comfort. With a roomy, well-laid-out cabin and calm, composed handling, it’s an easy-to-live-with choice for commuters and families.

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Reviews Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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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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Wolfgang Schäfer
21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

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
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Kia
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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