Compare performance (180 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 33000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Volvo EX30?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Niro has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3857 £.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 476 km, about 414 km more than the Kia Niro.
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 Volvo EX30 has a clearly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 248 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 6.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs barely noticeable better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls significantly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 278 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia Niro is evident lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 366 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers evident more room – 451 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs noticeable better – up to 1445 L, which is about 445 L more than the Volvo EX30.
When it comes to payload, Kia Niro slightly takes the win – 466 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.
The Volvo EX30 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Price
33000 - 49100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Length
4420 mm
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Length
4233 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1838 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Height
1550 - 1567 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Max trunk capacity
1000 L
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Payload
466 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
265 Nm
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.