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Kia Niro vs Skoda Kamiq – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Skoda Kamiq?

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The Compact SUV Showdown: Kia Niro vs Skoda Kamiq

The compact SUV segment is a bustling marketplace, where versatility and efficiency meet cutting-edge innovation. Today, we pit two popular contenders against each other—the Kia Niro and the Skoda Kamiq. Both promise an amalgamation of style, performance, and advanced technology, but how do they truly compare? Dive in as we explore the technical nuances and innovative elements that define these modern rides.

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Under the Hood: Engine and Performance

The 2024 Kia Niro stands out due to its focus on electrification, offering both Full Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid engine options. Its full hybrid powertrain generates a commendable 129 HP, while the plug-in variant hits 171 HP. With a dual-clutch automatic gearbox and front-wheel drive, the Niro promises an efficient drive, emphasized by fuel consumptions as low as 4.4 L/100km for the hybrid and 0.8 L/100km in electric mode for the plug-in hybrid.

On the flip side, the Skoda Kamiq brings a purely petrol-powered approach. It offers engines with outputs ranging from 95 to 150 HP. Whether with a manual gearbox or a dual-clutch automatic transmission, the Kamiq promises a spirited drive with a notable maximum speed reaching 214 km/h. Despite its enthusiastic performance, the Kamiq maintains a respectable consumption ranging from 5.3 to 5.7 L/100km, courtesy of its efficient three- and four-cylinder engine options.

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Efficiency and Eco-friendliness

When it comes to eco-friendliness, the Niro excels with CO2 emissions as low as 100 g/km for the hybrid and between 19–23 g/km for the plug-in hybrid. This positions it as a greener option with CO2 efficiency ratings of C and B. Meanwhile, the Kamiq, with a slightly higher emission range of 121 to 128 g/km, retains a CO2 efficiency class of D.

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Dimensions and Practicality

Both SUVs cater to the practicality needs of modern families with five-door configurations and seating for five. The Niro measures slightly longer at 4420 mm while the Kamiq is 4241 mm in length, offering comparable yet slightly more compact urban manoeuvrability. When it comes to boot space, however, the Niro edges ahead with a trunk capacity of up to 451 L, compared to the Kamiq's 400 L. The Niro’s edge in trunk space is thanks in part to its clever hybrid packaging.

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Tech-Savvy and Style

Inside, both vehicles offer a suite of the latest in automotive technology. While specific model trims may guide individual experiences, expect creature comforts intertwined with intuitive infotainment systems and driver aids. Both Kia and Skoda offer advanced safety features and connectivity solutions to keep occupants safe and entertained.

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Concluding Thoughts

Ultimately, deciding between the Kia Niro and the Skoda Kamiq may depend on your driving preferences and lifestyle needs. If your keen focus is on eco-friendly driving and cutting emissions, the Niro's hybrid dynamics may sway you with its innovative drivetrain. However, if a petrol engine with a more traditional SUV sensory experience appeals to you, the Kamiq could be the way to go. Regardless of choice, both vehicles capture the essence of what modern SUVs should represent: versatility, efficiency, and forward-thinking design.

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.

Skoda Kamiq has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £, while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 7423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.30 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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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 Kia Niro has a to a small extent edge – offering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kamiq is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 8.10 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kamiq performs to a small extent better – reaching 216 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Niro pulls minimal stronger with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.

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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, Skoda Kamiq is somewhat lighter – 1231 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 243 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers somewhat more room – 451 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1445 L, which is about 50 L more than the Skoda Kamiq.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq a bit takes the win – 539 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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Kia Niro

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 138 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 4.9 L
  • Electric Range : 57 - 62 km
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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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Skoda Kamiq

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The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
21700 - 31900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1231 - 1340 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4241 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1793 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1395 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 216 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda

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Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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