Compare performance (180 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 24800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Vauxhall Combo?
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 Combo has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4286 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.50 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo performs clearly better – achieving up to 345 km, about 283 km more than the Kia Niro.
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 Kia Niro has a evident edge – offering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Niro is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the Vauxhall Combo takes 11.30 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs barely noticeable better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Vauxhall Combo tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Combo pulls slightly stronger with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Vauxhall Combo offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Kia Niro is minimal lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1530 kg. The difference is around 56 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers clearly more room – 850 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 399 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Combo performs convincingly better – up to 2693 L, which is about 1248 L more than the Kia Niro.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Combo convincingly takes the win – 840 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 374 kg.
The Vauxhall Combo proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Combo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Opel Combo is a hardworking and surprisingly polished small van that blends van-like practicality with car-like comfort, making it a sensible choice for families and tradespeople who need versatility without fuss. It may not grab attention on the style front, but clever packaging and a levelheaded approach mean you spend more time getting things done and less time worrying about compromise.
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Price
24800 - 36500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 18.8 kWh
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Electric Range
333 - 345 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
53 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Curb weight
1530 - 1922 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Trunk capacity
597 - 850 L
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Length
4420 mm
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Length
4410 - 4760 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Height
1812 - 1818 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Max trunk capacity
2126 - 2693 L
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Payload
466 kg
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Payload
430 - 840 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, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.30 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 184 km/h
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Torque
265 Nm
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.