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Kia Niro vs Volvo EX90 comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 72,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Volvo EX90?

Kia Niro vs Volvo EX90: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Volvo EX90

2.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Niro is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 72,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,028 £.

EX90

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 EX90 offers clearly 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 EX90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers considerably more torque with 870 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 605 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: Volvo EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is significantly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,081 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX90 carries visibly more – 605 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 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.

from £72,200
EX90

Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 570 - 620 km
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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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4.5 (3 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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21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

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

Volvo EX90

The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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CHD
22 Apr 2026, 11:15:18

Full of faults — at least every other day there's something that needs to be fixed. Consumption 24 kWh/100 km in summer; in winter the range is half of what was promised. The safety would be good if the promised features actually worked.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
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
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
570 - 620 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,765 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
466 kg
Payload
545 - 605 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
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
265 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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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