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Kia Niro vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Volvo V90?

Kia Niro vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Volvo V90

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Niro is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,171 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

V90

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 V90 offers significantly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 317 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 444 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 considerably lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 601 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V90 offers very slightly more boot space – 488 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo V90 carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £62,300
V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 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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Reviews Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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pip
11 Jul 2026, 08:42:12

nice size, roomy for passengers, lots of bells and whistles as standard, magnificent fuel economy,well made , 7 year warranty

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

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The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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The Volvo V90 is the heir to the traditional "manor Volvo" and a concept in itself in terms of space and driving feel. My choice would be the V90, because it's a good dog car. I'd prefer the AWD Cross Country, as it would give me ground clearance for country roads and a higher driving position.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
451 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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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