Compare performance (138 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or VW Tiguan?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia Niro has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4166 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.
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 VW Tiguan has a significantly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.10 s. That’s about 5.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs distinct better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 72 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 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 slight lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly perceptible more room – 652 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs somewhat better – up to 1650 L, which is about 205 L more than the Kia Niro.
When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan somewhat takes the win – 533 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.
The VW Tiguan is clearly superior overall 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.
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.
detailsThe VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
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Price
29100 - 33800 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
1.30 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
102 - 111 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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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 kg
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Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
451 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4420 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1445 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
466 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
265 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
102 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 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
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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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.