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CUPRA Tavascan vs Kia Niro – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: CUPRA Tavascan meets Kia Niro.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

CUPRA Tavascan

Kia Niro

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia Niro has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 45700 £. That’s a price difference of around 16586 £.

As for range, the CUPRA Tavascan performs convincingly better – achieving up to 553 km, about 491 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 Tavascan has a significantly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Tavascan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs slight better – reaching 185 km/h, while the CUPRA Tavascan tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Tavascan pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Kia Niro is decisively lighter – 1474 kg compared to 2178 kg. The difference is around 704 kg.

In terms of boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers to a small extent more room – 540 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

When it comes to payload, CUPRA Tavascan a bit takes the win – 522 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

CUPRA Tavascan
Kia Niro

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CUPRA Tavascan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 17.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 513 - 553 km
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CUPRA Tavascan

The CUPRA Tavascan is a striking electric crossover that blends aggressive, sporty design with surprising everyday practicality, pairing a coupe-like silhouette with SUV versatility. It feels lively and engaging on the road while offering premium touches inside, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want attitude without sacrificing comfort.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
45700 - 49600 £
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
513 - 553 km
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Battery Capacity
77 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
53 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
2178 - 2273 kg
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Length
4644 mm
Length
4420 mm
Width
1861 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1597 mm
Height
1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Payload
507 - 522 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1580 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Kia

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What drivetrain options does the CUPRA Tavascan have?

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

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