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Kia Niro vs Vauxhall Combo - Differences and prices compared

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?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Vauxhall Combo

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 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.

Combo

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 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.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £24,800
Combo

Vauxhall Combo

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.5 - 5.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 - 18.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 333 - 345 km
Kia Niro
Vauxhall Combo

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Kia Niro

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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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Vauxhall Combo

The 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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Kia Niro
Vauxhall Combo

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
24800 - 36500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 18.8 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
333 - 345 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1530 - 1922 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
597 - 850 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4410 - 4760 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1812 - 1818 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
2126 - 2693 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
430 - 840 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.30 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
135 - 184 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.