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Kia Niro vs SsangYong Korando - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 27000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or SsangYong Korando?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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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.

SsangYong Korando has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.50 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Korando performs clearly better – achieving up to 339 km, about 277 km more than the Kia Niro.

Korando

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 SsangYong Korando has a barely noticeable edge – offering 190 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the SsangYong Korando performs barely noticeable better – reaching 191 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Korando pulls distinct stronger with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.

Niro

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, Kia Niro is barely noticeable lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers slightly more room – 551 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs somewhat better – up to 1445 L, which is about 197 L more than the SsangYong Korando.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro hardly perceptible takes the win – 466 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the SsangYong Korando shows itself to be secures victory with a clear margin and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £27,000
Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 8.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.80 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 km
Kia Niro
SsangYong Korando

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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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SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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Kia Niro
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
27000 - 42000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.80 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 197 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
1517 - 1840 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4450 - 4465 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1870 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1620 - 1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1248 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.40 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
SsangYong
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.