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Kia Niro vs Vauxhall Grandland – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Kia Niro meets Vauxhall Grandland.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Vauxhall Grandland

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Vauxhall Grandland costs 32600 £. That’s a price difference of around 3428 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Grandland with 2.60 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Vauxhall Grandland performs decisively better – achieving up to 694 km, about 632 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 Grandland has a significantly edge – offering 325 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Grandland is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.10 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Grandland performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Grandland pulls clearly stronger with 509 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 244 Nm difference.

Niro @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Niro is a bit lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1675 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Grandland offers to a small extent more room – 550 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Grandland performs somewhat better – up to 1645 L, which is about 200 L more than the Kia Niro.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Grandland barely noticeable takes the win – 495 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Grandland shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Kia Niro
Vauxhall Grandland

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Vauxhall Grandland

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 694 km
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Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 Grandland

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
32600 - 51400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1675 - 2325 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4650 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1905 - 1934 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1665 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1580 - 1645 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
425 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Vauxhall

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Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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