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Kia Niro vs Skoda Octavia Limousine - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 23800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Octavia Limousine

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

Niro

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 Octavia Limousine has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23800 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5314 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.30 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

Octavia Limousine

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 Skoda Octavia Limousine has a evident edge – offering 265 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

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

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Octavia Limousine performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Octavia Limousine pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 370 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is barely noticeable lighter – 1351 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers noticeable more room – 600 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 149 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Octavia Limousine performs slight better – up to 1555 L, which is about 110 L more than the Kia Niro.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Octavia Limousine slightly takes the win – 545 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Octavia Limousine is far ahead overall 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.

Kia Niro
Skoda Octavia Limousine

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Octavia Limousine

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L
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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 Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Reviews Kia Niro

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
23800 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1351 - 1537 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4698 - 4709 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1455 - 1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1555 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
495 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
116 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 250 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
220 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
85 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
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.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.