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 Touran costs 35400 £. That’s a price difference of around 6261 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Niro manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.
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 Kia Niro has a slightly edge – offering 180 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touran is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 8.90 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Touran performs a bit better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Touran pulls evident stronger with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Kia Niro is slight lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1520 kg. The difference is around 46 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers clearly more room – 834 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 383 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Touran performs evident better – up to 1980 L, which is about 535 L more than the Kia Niro.
When it comes to payload, VW Touran clearly perceptible takes the win – 601 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.
The Kia Niro proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Niro 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.
detailsThe VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Price
35400 - 43900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 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
136 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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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
1520 - 1631 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Trunk capacity
834 L
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Length
4420 mm
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Length
4527 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1829 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Height
1668 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Max trunk capacity
1980 L
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Payload
466 kg
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Payload
590 - 601 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, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Power HP
122 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Max Speed
195 - 209 km/h
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Torque
265 Nm
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Torque
250 - 360 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
90 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 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
E
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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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.