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CUPRA Formentor vs Kia Niro - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (333 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 29100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or Kia Niro?

CUPRA Formentor

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Formentor @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Niro has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 6107 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

As for range, the CUPRA Formentor performs clearly better – achieving up to 126 km, about 64 km more than the Kia Niro.

Niro @ Kia Corporation

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the CUPRA Formentor has a significantly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 153 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the CUPRA Formentor performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Formentor pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 420 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.

Formentor @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is barely noticeable lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers barely noticeable more room – 451 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

In maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1505 L, which is about 60 L more than the Kia Niro.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor a bit takes the win – 526 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Formentor proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Formentor is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £35,200
Formentor @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.

CUPRA Formentor

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.8 L
  • Electric Range : 117 - 126 km
CUPRA Formentor
Kia Niro

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Dimensions and Body

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CUPRA Formentor

With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.

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Kia Niro

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The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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CUPRA Formentor
Kia Niro
Formentor @ CUPRA / SEAT S.A.
Niro @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
35200 - 55000 £
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
co2
32 - 199 g/km
co2
53 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Length
4451 mm
Length
4420 mm
Width
1839 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1511 - 1537 mm
Height
1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Payload
458 - 526 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1580 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Formentor?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.