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Hyundai Staria vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or Kia Niro?

Hyundai Staria vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • noticeably more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly 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.

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

Staria

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Niro is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Hyundai Staria costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

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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 Hyundai Staria offers noticeably more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Staria is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 10.2 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Staria delivers clearly more torque with 367 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm more.

Staria

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: Hyundai Staria offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is clearly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 801 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers significantly more boot space – 831 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 380 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries noticeably more – 775 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 309 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Staria sits just ahead 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 £42,400
Staria

Hyundai Staria

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.6 L/100km
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Hyundai Staria

Hyundai Staria looks like a friendly spaceship, its sweeping glass and soft edges turning a people‑mover into a design statement that actually gets noticed. Inside it's airy and practical — perfect for families or anyone who likes travelling in comfort and style, with enough flexibility to swallow luggage and weekend plans without drama.

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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

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
172 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
605 - 775 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
367 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Staria?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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