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Kia Niro vs SsangYong Torres - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 33800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or SsangYong Torres?

Kia Niro

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SsangYong Torres

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

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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 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the SsangYong Torres costs 33800 £. That’s a price difference of around 4714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.90 L. The difference is about 5.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the SsangYong Torres performs decisively better – achieving up to 462 km, about 400 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 SsangYong Torres has a a bit edge – offering 207 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the SsangYong Torres performs slight better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Torres pulls distinct stronger with 339 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 74 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Kia Niro is minimal lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1498 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers distinct more room – 703 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 252 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Torres performs slightly better – up to 1662 L, which is about 217 L more than the Kia Niro.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Torres to a small extent takes the win – 552 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

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SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 9.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.70 kWh
  • Electric Range : 462 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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
33800 - 44600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.70 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 207 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
1498 - 1618 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4700 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1710 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1662 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
552 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 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
SsangYong

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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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