Compare performance (158 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Kia Niro?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Duster has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12857 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia Niro has a a bit edge – offering 180 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Duster is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 9.40 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Niro pulls to a small extent stronger with 265 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Dacia Duster is minimal lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers somewhat more room – 517 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs slightly better – up to 1609 L, which is about 164 L more than the Kia Niro.
When it comes to payload, Kia Niro slight takes the win – 466 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
The Kia Niro is clearly superior 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.
The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.
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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Price
16300 - 24900 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 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
-
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
107 - 124 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1377 - 1455 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
4343 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1656 - 1659 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
450 - 453 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Kia
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The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.