Compare performance (138 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 97,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Chevrolet Corvette Roadster?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Niro is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster costs 97,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,980 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster with 12.6 L/100km. The difference is about 8.1 L/100km.
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 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster offers significantly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 508 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.7 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster delivers significantly more torque with 806 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 541 Nm more.
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: Kia Niro offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is slightly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,767 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers noticeably more boot space – 451 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries significantly more – 466 kg compared to 213 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.
The Kia Niro is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Chevrolet Corvette Roadster turns any commute into a headline, with sculpted, exotic-car looks and an electrically folding roof that invites you to drive with the sky on. Behind that stylish face is a jewel of a sports car that serves up sharp handling, a theatrical exhaust note, and more drama per mile than most rivals — great fun for buyers who want supercar sensation without supercar pretensions.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
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Price
97,100 - 162,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L/100km
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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
102 - 111 g/km
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co2
289 - 377 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,474 kg
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Curb weight
1,767 - 1,944 kg
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Trunk capacity
451 L
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Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,934 - 2,025 mm
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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
466 kg
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Payload
156 - 213 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 HP
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Power HP
482 - 646 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
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Torque
613 - 806 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
102 kW
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Power kW
354 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
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Engine capacity
5,460 - 6,162 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Chevrolet
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