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Kia Niro vs Suzuki Ignis comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 83 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 15,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Suzuki Ignis?

Kia Niro vs Suzuki Ignis: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Ignis

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially 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 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.

Suzuki Ignis is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,526 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Suzuki Ignis with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Ignis

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 Kia Niro offers markedly more power – delivering 138 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Niro is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 11.1 s, while the Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Niro delivers clearly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 158 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Ignis is substantially lighter – 935 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 539 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries moderately more – 466 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Niro is clearly superior 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.

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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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Reviews 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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Wolfgang Schäfer
21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

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

Suzuki Ignis

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 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
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co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
110 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Length
-
Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Height
-
Height
1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
335 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
83 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
107 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Suzuki
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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