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Hyundai Kona vs Kia Niro - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Kia Niro?

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

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.

Hyundai Kona has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6077 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona performs clearly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 452 km more than the Kia Niro.

Niro

Engine and Performance:

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 Hyundai Kona has a a bit edge – offering 218 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 265 Nm.

Kona

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, Hyundai Kona is slight lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 104 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers minimal more room – 466 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs to a small extent better – up to 1445 L, which is about 145 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona hardly perceptible takes the win – 490 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Kona proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Kona is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
Hyundai Kona
Kia Niro

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Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Hyundai Kona
Kia Niro

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
53 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
4420 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1580 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.