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Kia Niro vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 27800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or VW Caddy?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Caddy

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Caddy has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27800 £, while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 1375 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Caddy performs convincingly better – achieving up to 121 km, about 59 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 Kia Niro has a somewhat edge – offering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Niro is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy performs slight better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy pulls to a small extent stronger with 320 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: VW Caddy offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Kia Niro is minimal lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 101 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy performs decisively better – up to 3700 L, which is about 2255 L more than the Kia Niro.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy evident takes the win – 710 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 244 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Caddy proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Caddy is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 km
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Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
27800 - 45900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4420 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1819 - 1860 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW

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Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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