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Kia Niro vs Maserati Gran Convertible comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 143,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Maserati Gran Convertible?

Kia Niro vs Maserati Gran Convertible: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Maserati Gran Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Niro

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Maserati Gran Convertible costs 143,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 113,935 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Maserati Gran Convertible with 10.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

Gran Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Maserati Gran Convertible offers considerably more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 412 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Gran Convertible is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Gran Convertible delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is visibly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,795 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers substantially more boot space – 451 L compared to 172 L. That’s a difference of about 279 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Gran Convertible carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 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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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
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
143,100 - 177,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.2 - 10.4 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
102 - 111 g/km
co2
230 - 235 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,795 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
172 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,957 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
466 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
490 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
Torque
600 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
361 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Maserati
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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