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Jeep Gladiator vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (264 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (66,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or Kia Niro?

Jeep Gladiator vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Jeep Gladiator

  • significantly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Gladiator

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

Niro

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Gladiator offers significantly more power – delivering 264 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 126 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Gladiator is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Gladiator delivers substantially more torque with 600 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is substantially lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 886 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries slightly more – 565 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Niro is far 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.

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Niro

Kia Niro

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 138 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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4.5 (3 Reviews)
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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
66,400 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
9.8 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
257 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
5,591 mm
Length
-
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
600 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Kia
Is the Jeep Gladiator offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Gladiator is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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