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Kia Niro vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or SsangYong Rexton?

Kia Niro vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

Rexton

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 Rexton offers markedly more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Rexton is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Rexton delivers visibly more torque with 441 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 176 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.

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is clearly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 671 kg.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries noticeably more – 770 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 304 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Niro 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 £29,100
Niro

Kia Niro

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 138 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
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Kia Niro

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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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I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
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Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
SsangYong
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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