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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
35200 - 55000 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
4451 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1839 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1511 - 1537 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
458 - 526 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Kia
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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.