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Kia Niro vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Skoda Kodiaq?

Kia Niro vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

Skoda Kodiaq

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

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:

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,743 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Kodiaq

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 Skoda Kodiaq offers substantially more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Kodiaq delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is somewhat lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,684 kg. The difference is around 210 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries a bit more – 563 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq 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 £37,900
Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km
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Kia Niro

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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Reviews Kia Niro

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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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.

Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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5 (4 Reviews)
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zlatko P.
10 Feb 2026, 10:37:54

more for money, pracical

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
-
Length
4,758 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
1,679 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,105 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
226 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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