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Kia Niro vs Vauxhall Mokka – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Niro or Vauxhall Mokka fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 Mokka has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 22900 £, while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6214 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Mokka with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Vauxhall Mokka performs convincingly better – achieving up to 403 km, about 341 km more than the Kia Niro.

Mokka @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Mokka has a noticeable edge – offering 281 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Mokka is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Mokka performs slightly better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Mokka pulls noticeable stronger with 345 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

Niro @ Kia Corporation

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, Vauxhall Mokka is somewhat lighter – 1294 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers evident more room – 451 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1445 L, which is about 340 L more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro somewhat takes the win – 466 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Mokka proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Mokka is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £22,900
Mokka @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Vauxhall Mokka

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.4 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 336 - 403 km

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 Mokka

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The Opel Mokka cuts a smart, modern silhouette that feels right at home in the city while still turning heads on the open road. It's a practical, easy-to-live-with crossover that blends comfy driving manners with enough flair and tech to keep daily commutes interesting — and it won’t make you regret trading up.

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Kia Niro
Vauxhall Mokka
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Mokka @ Opel / Stellantis Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
22900 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 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
1294 - 1672 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4150 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1787 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1506 - 1535 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1060 - 1105 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
388 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
130 - 281 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 209 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
100 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

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