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Kia Niro vs Suzuki Swift - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 17100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Suzuki Swift?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Suzuki Swift

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

Niro

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Swift has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11992 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Suzuki Swift with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

Swift

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 Kia Niro has a clearly edge – offering 180 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs barely noticeable better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Niro pulls significantly stronger with 265 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 153 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, Suzuki Swift is clearly perceptible lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers decisively more room – 451 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1445 L, which is about 465 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, Kia Niro noticeable takes the win – 466 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 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.

Kia Niro
Suzuki Swift

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Niro

Kia Niro

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 138 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 4.9 L
  • Electric Range : 57 - 62 km

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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Kia Niro
Suzuki Swift

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1069 - 1145 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
3860 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin 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 - 180 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1197 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Suzuki
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.