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Kia Niro vs Peugeot Partner comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 26,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Peugeot Partner?

Kia Niro vs Peugeot Partner: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Partner

  • somewhat cheaper
  • marginally 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.

Peugeot Partner is somewhat cheaper – starting at 26,100 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,022 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Peugeot Partner with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Partner

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 Kia Niro offers barely more power – delivering 138 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Niro is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 11.1 s, while the Peugeot Partner takes 11.2 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Partner delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia Niro offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Partner is marginally lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Partner carries considerably more – 781 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 315 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Partner is decisively ahead 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 £26,100
Partner

Peugeot Partner

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 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.

Peugeot Partner

The Peugeot Partner is a no-nonsense workhorse that doubles as a surprisingly comfy family mover, combining clever storage solutions with an easy-to-live-in cabin. It won’t win any beauty contests, but for small businesses and active families it’s practical, economical and utterly reliable when the day gets busy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
26,100 - 33,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
466 kg
Payload
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full 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 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Peugeot
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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