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Kia Niro vs Volvo V60 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Volvo V60?

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

Niro @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Niro has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 12514 £.

Both cars consume an average of 2.40 L per 100 km – no difference here.

As for range, the Volvo V60 performs evident better – achieving up to 92 km, about 30 km more than the Kia Niro.

V60 @ Volvo Cars

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 Volvo V60 has a decisively edge – offering 455 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 275 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 5.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls decisively stronger with 709 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 444 Nm difference.

Niro @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

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 a bit lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V60 offers a bit more room – 519 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 68 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs minimal better – up to 1445 L, which is about 14 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V60 barely noticeable takes the win – 506 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo V60 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo V60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £41,600
V60 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 6.2 L
  • Electric Range : 92 km

Kia Niro

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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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Volvo V60

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The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Kia Niro
Volvo V60
Niro @ Kia Corporation
V60 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.