Compare performance (180 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Volvo XC60?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Niro has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20057 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Volvo XC60 performs evident better – achieving up to 82 km, about 20 km more than the Kia Niro.
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 XC60 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 XC60 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 5 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs minimal better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 444 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 1900 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers slight more room – 483 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs minimal better – up to 1543 L, which is about 98 L more than the Kia Niro.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 to a small extent takes the win – 550 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.
Overall, the Volvo XC60 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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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
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4420 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
466 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 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
350 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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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.