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Kia Niro vs VW Tiguan – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Kia Niro meets VW Tiguan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3651 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 2.40 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Tiguan performs significantly better – achieving up to 126 km, about 64 km more than the Kia Niro.

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Engine and Performance:

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 distinct 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 Tiguan is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs distinct better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 57 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.

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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.

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.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Tiguan shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.

Kia Niro
VW Tiguan

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VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 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 Tiguan

3.3 (3 Reviews)
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The 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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Reviews Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Reviews VW Tiguan

3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
466 kg
Payload
460 - 533 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
96 - 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, 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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