Kia Niro vs Renault R5 – Which one offers the better deal?

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

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.

Renault R5 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23900 £, while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5220 £.

As for range, the Renault R5 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 405 km, about 343 km more than the Kia Niro.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault R5 has a significantly edge – offering 540 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 6.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 pulls convincingly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 4535 Nm difference.

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, the Renault R5 is minimal lighter – 1447 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 27 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers evident more room – 451 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1445 L, which is about 339 L more than the Renault R5.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro somewhat takes the win – 466 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

All in all, the Renault R5 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.