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McLaren Super Series Coupe vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (750 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (257,100 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Super Series Coupe or Kia Niro?

McLaren Super Series Coupe vs Kia Niro: Key differences

McLaren Super Series Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially 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

Super Series Coupe

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Coupe costs 257,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 228,008 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the McLaren Super Series Coupe with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.7 L/100km.

Niro

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 McLaren Super Series Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 612 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 8.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 535 Nm more.

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Coupe is very slightly lighter – 1,389 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers substantially more boot space – 451 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 241 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Niro is decisively ahead 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
Niro

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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McLaren Super Series Coupe

The McLaren Super Series Coupe is a breathtaking balance of surgical precision and theatrical flair, wrapping dramatic aero and lightweight engineering in a surprisingly refined road-going package. Behind the wheel it behaves like a race car with good manners — savage thrust and razor-sharp handling handed to the driver with enough composure for spirited weekend runs and the occasional grocery trip.

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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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McLaren Super Series Coupe
Kia Niro

Costs and Consumption
Price
257,100 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 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
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
276 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
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,389 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
210 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
2,161 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
-
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
750 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
800 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
552 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
McLaren
Brand
Kia
Is the McLaren Super Series Coupe offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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