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Kia Stonic vs Nissan Leaf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (115 HP vs 217 HP), boot space and price (20100 £ vs 30800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or Nissan Leaf?

Kia Stonic

Nissan Leaf

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Stonic has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20100 £, while the Nissan Leaf costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 10637 £.

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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 Nissan Leaf has a convincingly edge – offering 217 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Leaf is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.90 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.70 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Stonic performs slightly better – reaching 182 km/h, while the Nissan Leaf tops out at 157 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Leaf pulls significantly stronger with 340 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

Stonic @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Stonic is noticeable lighter – 1205 kg compared to 1580 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Leaf offers slightly more room – 394 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Stonic performs evident better – up to 1155 L, which is about 365 L more than the Nissan Leaf.

When it comes to payload, Kia Stonic barely noticeable takes the win – 445 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Leaf proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Leaf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
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Nissan Leaf

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 217 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 17.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 270 - 385 km
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Kia Stonic

The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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Nissan Leaf

The Nissan Leaf is a practical, easygoing electric hatch that turns daily commutes into a quiet, effortless affair while offering more cabin space than it lets on. It’s a sensible, wallet-friendly step into electrification for buyers who value comfort and simplicity over sporty drama, though those chasing long-distance thrills might look elsewhere.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20100 - 26600 £
Price
30800 - 37200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
270 - 385 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
39 - 59 kWh
co2
127 - 133 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1205 - 1270 kg
Curb weight
1580 - 1756 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 394 L
Length
4165 mm
Length
4490 mm
Width
1760 mm
Width
1788 mm
Height
1520 mm
Height
1540 - 1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1155 L
Max trunk capacity
790 L
Payload
440 - 445 kg
Payload
384 - 415 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Power HP
150 - 217 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
179 - 182 km/h
Max Speed
144 - 157 km/h
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
320 - 340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Power kW
110 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan

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Is the Kia Stonic offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Stonic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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