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Kia Niro vs Vauxhall Astra comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Vauxhall Astra?

Kia Niro vs Vauxhall Astra: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Vauxhall Astra

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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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.

Vauxhall Astra is only slightly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

Astra

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 Vauxhall Astra offers visibly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is very slightly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries only slightly more – 502 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra 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 £28,300
Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 196 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 454 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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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.

Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
466 kg
Payload
438 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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