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Kia Niro vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 26,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Mercedes Sprinter Transporter?

Kia Niro vs Mercedes Sprinter Transporter: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • barely cheaper
  • visibly more power
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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.

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter is barely cheaper – starting at 26,900 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,186 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Sprinter Transporter

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 Mercedes Sprinter Transporter offers visibly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia Niro offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is markedly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,052 kg. The difference is around 578 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Transporter carries considerably more – 2,641 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 2,175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Sprinter Transporter holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £26,900
Sprinter Transporter

Mercedes Sprinter Transporter

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 114 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 194 - 444 km
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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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Reviews Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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pip
11 Jul 2026, 08:42:12

nice size, roomy for passengers, lots of bells and whistles as standard, magnificent fuel economy,well made , 7 year warranty

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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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The Mercedes Sprinter is the dependable workhorse that makes light of heavy loads, blending smart practicality with a surprisingly carlike cabin that keeps drivers sane on long runs. With a range of configurations and a reputation for durability, it’s the van buyers turn to when they need something tough, clever and oddly enjoyable to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
26,900 - 72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 31.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
194 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
56 - 113 kWh
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 333 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
2,052 - 3,166 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
5,932 - 7,367 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
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Height
2,331 - 2,663 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
9,000 - 15,500 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
577 - 2,641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
114 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
90 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
84 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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