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Kia Niro vs Polestar 2 – Which one offers the better deal?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Kia Niro or Polestar 2?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Polestar 2

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

Niro @ Kia Corporation

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.

Kia Niro has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Polestar 2 costs 42000 £. That’s a price difference of around 12857 £.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs decisively better – achieving up to 659 km, about 597 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 Polestar 2 has a decisively edge – offering 476 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 296 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 5.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs slight better – reaching 205 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls convincingly stronger with 740 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 475 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, Kia Niro is evident lighter – 1474 kg compared to 2015 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers to a small extent more room – 451 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs distinct better – up to 1445 L, which is about 350 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro minimal takes the win – 466 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Polestar 2 shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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
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2 @ Polestar Automotive Holding

Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km

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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Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Kia Niro
Polestar 2
Niro @ Kia Corporation
2 @ Polestar Automotive Holding

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4606 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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