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Kia Niro vs ZEEKR 7X comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 45,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or ZEEKR 7X?

Kia Niro vs ZEEKR 7X: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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ZEEKR 7X

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Niro

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Niro is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the ZEEKR 7X costs 45,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,286 £.

7X

Engine and Performance:

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 ZEEKR 7X offers substantially more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 508 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 7X is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 7X delivers clearly more torque with 710 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 445 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is substantially lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,395 kg. The difference is around 921 kg.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 7X carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 7X 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.

from £45,400
7X

ZEEKR 7X

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 421 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 480 - 615 km
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Kia Niro

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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Reviews Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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Wolfgang Schäfer
21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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5 (3 Reviews)
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Phil lawrence
26 Feb 2026, 04:46:40

Looking forward to comfy highway trips with good suspension at highway speeds

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
45,400 - 54,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
480 - 615 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
2,395 - 2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
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Length
4,787 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
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Height
1,650 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
466 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
421 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
440 - 710 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
310 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
ZEEKR
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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