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Kia Niro vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Mercedes V Class?

Kia Niro vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • 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:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,030 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

V Class

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 Mercedes V Class offers considerably more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes V Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is considerably lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 718 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries considerably more – 908 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 442 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes V Class sits just 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.

from £48,200
V Class

Mercedes V Class

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 10.2 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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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
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 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
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
466 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
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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