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Kia Niro vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Volvo XC60?

Kia Niro vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter

Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,057 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

XC60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC60 offers clearly 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 XC60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 444 Nm more.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is markedly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries slightly more – 550 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 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 £49,200
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 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

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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.

Volvo XC60

The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
-
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, 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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