Compare performance (180 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or VW ID.5?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Niro has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7697 £.
As for electric range, the VW ID.5 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 559 km, about 497 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 VW ID.5 has a significantly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 185 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Kia Niro is clearly perceptible lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 489 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers a bit more room – 549 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs slight better – up to 1561 L, which is about 116 L more than the Kia Niro.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 to a small extent takes the win – 549 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.
The VW ID.5 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsVW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Price
36800 - 48400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
1963 - 2233 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Length
4420 mm
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Payload
466 kg
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
265 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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The Kia Niro is available as Front-Wheel Drive.