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Kia Niro vs Nissan Ariya - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (180 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 37300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Nissan Ariya?
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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Nissan Ariya costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 8143 £.
As for range, the Nissan Ariya performs decisively better – achieving up to 531 km, about 469 km more than the Kia Niro.
Ariya
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Ariya has a significantly edge – offering 435 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Nissan Ariya performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Ariya pulls convincingly stronger with 600 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm difference.
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Niro
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia Niro is evident lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 506 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers hardly perceptible more room – 468 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs minimal better – up to 1445 L, which is about 95 L more than the Nissan Ariya.
When it comes to payload, Kia Niro slight takes the win – 466 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Nissan Ariya proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Ariya is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £37,300
Nissan Ariya
Kia Niro
Nissan Ariya
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Kia Niro
5 (1 Reviews)
The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.
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Nissan Ariya
5 (1 Reviews)
The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
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Kia Niro
Nissan Ariya
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Price
37300 - 54800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Electric Range
402 - 531 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
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Length
4420 mm
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Length
4595 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
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Payload
466 kg
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Payload
363 - 420 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Power HP
218 - 435 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
265 Nm
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Torque
300 - 600 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Power kW
160 - 320 kW
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Nissan
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Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?
The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.