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Kia Niro vs VW Golf Variant – Which one offers the better deal?
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Niro or VW Golf Variant fits your lifestyle better.
Niro
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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.
VW Golf Variant has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26100 £, while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2996 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.30 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.
Golf Variant
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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 VW Golf Variant has a significantly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 153 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Golf Variant performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf Variant pulls evident stronger with 420 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 155 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, VW Golf Variant is slight lighter – 1366 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers evident more room – 611 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf Variant performs slightly better – up to 1642 L, which is about 197 L more than the Kia Niro.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf Variant slightly takes the win – 547 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW Golf Variant proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf Variant is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £26,100
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VW Golf Variant
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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VW Golf Variant
The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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Kia Niro
VW Golf Variant
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Price
26100 - 48700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 8.2 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
-
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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co2
114 - 185 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1366 - 1621 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
4420 mm
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Length
4631 - 4651 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Height
1462 - 1487 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Max trunk capacity
1624 - 1642 L
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Payload
466 kg
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Payload
489 - 547 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, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
265 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 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
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G, F, C
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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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.