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Fiat Scudo vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (30,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Scudo or Kia Niro?

Fiat Scudo vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Fiat Scudo

  • clearly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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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

Scudo

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 is barely cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Fiat Scudo costs 30,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,772 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Fiat Scudo with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Niro

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 Fiat Scudo offers clearly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat Scudo is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 10.5 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Scudo delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

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: Fiat Scudo offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is slightly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 248 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Scudo offers considerably more boot space – 800 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 349 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Scudo carries significantly more – 1,805 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,339 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Scudo 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.

from £30,900
Scudo

Fiat Scudo

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 221 - 352 km
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Fiat Scudo

The Fiat Scudo is a practical and unpretentious van that balances hardworking utility with a surprisingly polished cabin, making it a sensible choice for tradespeople and families who need space without fuss. It doesn't pretend to be flashy, but its clever packaging, sensible driving manners and affordable running costs make the Scudo a dependable partner for the daily grind and weekend projects — and it even manages to look tidy in the car park.

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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

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pip
11 Jul 2026, 08:42:12

nice size, roomy for passengers, lots of bells and whistles as standard, magnificent fuel economy,well made , 7 year warranty

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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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Fiat Scudo
Kia Niro

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,900 - 51,300 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.6 - 24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
221 - 352 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 187 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 8
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,722 - 2,260 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 800 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,920 - 2,010 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
840 - 1,805 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,197 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Fiat Scudo?

The Fiat Scudo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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