Compare performance (288 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Kia Niro?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Tucson has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8237 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Tucson performs a bit better – achieving up to 70 km, about 8 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 Tucson has a distinct edge – offering 288 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs minimal better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls noticeable stronger with 379 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 114 Nm difference.
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, Kia Niro is minimal lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers evident more room – 620 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs somewhat better – up to 1799 L, which is about 354 L more than the Kia Niro.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson sits well ahead of its rival 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.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20900 - 47900 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 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
1542 - 1893 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
4525 - 4535 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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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
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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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.