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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 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
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, 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 - 218 HP
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 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
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.