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Kia Niro vs Volvo EX60 comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 54,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Volvo EX60?

Kia Niro vs Volvo EX60: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Volvo EX60

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Kia Niro is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo EX60 costs 54,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,857 £.

EX60

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX60 offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 542 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX60 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 7.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX60 delivers significantly more torque with 790 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 525 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, Kia Niro is significantly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,190 kg. The difference is around 716 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX60 is far ahead 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.

from £54,000
EX60

Volvo EX60

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 374 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 620 - 810 km
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Kia Niro

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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Reviews Kia Niro

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
54,000 - 70,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
620 - 810 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
2,190 - 2,425 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
523 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,899 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
466 kg
Payload
435 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
374 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,026 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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