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Honda Jazz vs Kia Niro – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Honda Jazz or Kia Niro fits your lifestyle better.

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

Jazz @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda Jazz has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6034 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Honda Jazz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

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 Kia Niro has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 180 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda Jazz is hardly perceptible 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 Honda Jazz tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Niro pulls barely noticeable stronger with 265 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm difference.

Jazz @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Honda Jazz is a bit lighter – 1302 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 172 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers distinct more room – 451 L compared to 304 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs somewhat better – up to 1445 L, which is about 240 L more than the Honda Jazz.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro somewhat takes the win – 466 kg compared to 388 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia Niro proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Niro is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Niro @ Kia Corporation

Kia Niro

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 138 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 4.9 L
  • Electric Range : 57 - 62 km
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Honda Jazz

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The Honda Jazz is a supremely practical small hatch that hides clever packaging and more usable space than it lets on, with friendly styling and an unfussy charm. It’s economical to run, easy to park and perfect for buyers who want reliable, versatile daily motoring without the hassle.

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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
23100 - 26700 £
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
co2
102 - 108 g/km
co2
53 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1302 - 1320 kg
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Trunk capacity
304 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Length
4089 - 4105 mm
Length
4420 mm
Width
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Width
1825 mm
Height
1526 - 1556 mm
Height
1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1205 L
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Payload
370 - 388 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
253 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1580 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Kia

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Is the Honda Jazz offered with different drivetrains?

The Honda Jazz is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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