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Leapmotor C10 vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (598 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (32,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Leapmotor C10 or Kia Niro?

Leapmotor C10 vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Leapmotor C10

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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

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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 Niro is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Leapmotor C10 costs 32,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,094 £.

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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 Leapmotor C10 offers considerably more power – delivering 598 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 460 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Leapmotor C10 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Leapmotor C10 delivers significantly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 455 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is visibly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,950 kg. The difference is around 476 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers only slightly more boot space – 451 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Leapmotor C10 carries marginally more – 480 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Leapmotor C10 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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C10

Leapmotor C10

  • Engine Type Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 215 - 598 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 145 - 510 km
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Leapmotor C10

The Leapmotor C10 is a roomy, family-focused electric MPV that blends practical packaging with contemporary styling. Inside it prioritizes comfort and useful tech, making it a sensible everyday choice for buyers who want electric convenience without flashy performance pretensions.

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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro is a practical crossover that blends economy and everyday versatility without sacrificing comfort. With a roomy, well-laid-out cabin and calm, composed handling, it’s an easy-to-live-with choice for commuters and families.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,200 - 42,800 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
145 - 510 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 38 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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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
-
Curb weight
1,950 - 2,264 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
400 - 435 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
400 - 480 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
215 - 598 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 720 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
158 - 440 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Leapmotor
Brand
Kia
Is the Leapmotor C10 offered with different drivetrains?

The Leapmotor C10 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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