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Kia Niro vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (180 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 36500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or VW Passat?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Niro

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Niro has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the VW Passat costs 36500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7328 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Niro with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Passat performs significantly better – achieving up to 135 km, about 73 km more than the Kia Niro.

Passat

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 Passat has a evident edge – offering 272 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs distinct 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 Passat pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.

Niro

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Niro is barely noticeable lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers clearly perceptible more room – 690 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 239 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1920 L, which is about 475 L more than the Kia Niro.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat a bit takes the win – 577 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

from about £36,500
Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 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 Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
36500 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, 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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