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Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (380 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (85,600 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Grand Cherokee or Kia Niro?

Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Jeep Grand Cherokee

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • 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

Grand Cherokee

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Niro is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Grand Cherokee uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 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 Grand Cherokee offers significantly more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers significantly more torque with 637 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 372 Nm more.

Grand Cherokee

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 2,434 kg. The difference is around 960 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers moderately more boot space – 520 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Grand Cherokee carries markedly more – 641 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 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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Grand Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 380 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 45 km
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Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee wears its trail-ready roots proudly while wrapping them in a surprisingly civilized and upscale package, so it can tackle rough tracks and the school run with the same swagger. Inside, plush materials and intuitive tech make it a comfortable place to spend time, giving buyers a practical yet characterful SUV that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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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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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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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
85,600 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 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
45 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
65 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,434 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,968 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
641 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
380 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
637 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
280 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Kia
Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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