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Kia Niro vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Subaru BRZ?

Kia Niro vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Niro is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ offers significantly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 97 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is considerably 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 Kia Niro delivers marginally more torque with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Niro offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is a bit lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 199 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers clearly more boot space – 451 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 214 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries somewhat more – 466 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Niro stands well ahead of its rival 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

The Kia Niro is a practical crossover that blends economy and everyday versatility without sacrificing comfort. With a roomy, well-laid-out cabin and calm, composed handling, it’s an easy-to-live-with choice for commuters and families.

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4.6 (4 Reviews)
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pip
11 Jul 2026, 08:42:12

nice size, roomy for passengers, lots of bells and whistles as standard, magnificent fuel economy,well made , 7 year warranty

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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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
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Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
466 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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