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Maserati Gran Convertible vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (550 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (143,100 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maserati Gran Convertible or Kia Niro?

Maserati Gran Convertible vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Maserati Gran Convertible

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

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • considerably 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

Gran Convertible

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Maserati Gran Convertible costs 143,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 113,935 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maserati Gran Convertible with 10.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

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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 Maserati Gran Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 412 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Gran Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Gran Convertible delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.

Gran Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia Niro offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is visibly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,795 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers considerably more boot space – 451 L compared to 172 L. That’s a difference of about 279 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Gran Convertible carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Niro is far ahead 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 £29,100
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Kia Niro

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 138 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
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Maserati Gran Convertible

The Maserati GranCabrio is a striking, sun-loving grand tourer that blends Italian flair with a soundtrack that turns every weekend run into an event. It promises effortless cruising and a cabin wrapped in luxury materials, making it as comfortable on a coastal boulevard as it is show-stopping at a valet line.

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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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pip
11 Jul 2026, 08:42:12

nice size, roomy for passengers, lots of bells and whistles as standard, magnificent fuel economy,well made , 7 year warranty

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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
143,100 - 177,800 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
10.2 - 10.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
230 - 235 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
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,795 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
172 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,957 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
500 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 - 550 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 650 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
361 - 404 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Maserati
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Maserati Gran Convertible?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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