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Jeep Compass vs Kia Niro - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (213 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 29100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Kia Niro?

Jeep Compass

2 (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

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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.

Kia Niro has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Jeep Compass costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 5066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 5.80 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Jeep Compass performs convincingly better – achieving up to 500 km, about 438 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 Jeep Compass has a somewhat edge – offering 213 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.50 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Jeep Compass performs barely noticeable better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Jeep Compass pulls distinct stronger with 345 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Niro is slightly lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1667 kg. The difference is around 193 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Jeep Compass offers a bit more room – 550 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Jeep Compass performs barely noticeable better – up to 1561 L, which is about 116 L more than the Kia Niro.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Jeep Compass shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,200
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Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 213 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.8 - 5.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.50 kWh
  • Electric Range : 500 km
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Jeep Compass

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The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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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
34200 - 43200 £
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
500 km
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
53 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1667 - 2198 kg
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Length
4552 mm
Length
4420 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1675 mm
Height
1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Payload
-
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 213 HP
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1580 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Kia

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What drivetrain options does the Jeep Compass have?

The Jeep Compass is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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