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Kia Niro vs Polestar 4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 53100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Polestar 4?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Polestar 4

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Niro @ Kia Corporation

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 significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £. That’s a price difference of around 23923 £.

As for range, the Polestar 4 performs decisively better – achieving up to 620 km, about 558 km more than the Kia Niro.

4 @ Polestar Automotive Holding

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 Polestar 4 has a decisively edge – offering 544 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 364 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 6.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 4 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 4 pulls significantly stronger with 686 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 421 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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Niro is decisively lighter – 1474 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 756 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers to a small extent more room – 526 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1536 L, which is about 91 L more than the Kia Niro.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro hardly perceptible takes the win – 466 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 4 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £53,100
4 @ Polestar Automotive Holding

Polestar 4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km
Kia Niro
Polestar 4

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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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Polestar 4

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Kia Niro
Polestar 4
Niro @ Kia Corporation
4 @ Polestar Automotive Holding

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
53100 - 59900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4840 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1534 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1536 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
455 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 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 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.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.