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Nissan Juke vs Kia Picanto comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 15,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Juke or Kia Picanto?

Nissan Juke vs Kia Picanto: Key differences

Nissan Juke

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Picanto

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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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

Juke

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 Picanto is markedly cheaper – starting at 15,300 £ , while the Nissan Juke costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,085 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Juke uses 4.7 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Picanto

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 Nissan Juke offers significantly more power – delivering 143 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Juke is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 10.1 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Juke delivers substantially more torque with 200 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 104 Nm more.

Juke

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 Picanto is somewhat lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,274 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Juke carries markedly more – 427 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Juke 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 £21,400
Juke

Nissan Juke

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 114 - 143 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 6 L/100km
Nissan Juke
Kia Picanto

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Juke

The Nissan Juke is a pocket-sized crossover that refuses to blend in, with quirky styling and a cheeky stance that turns heads at every traffic light. It’s ideal for shoppers who value personality and nimble urban driving over maximum practicality, delivering surprising pep and a well-equipped feel for everyday fun.

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Nissan Juke
Kia Picanto

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 31,800 £
Price
15,300 - 19,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
105 - 136 g/km
co2
126 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,274 - 1,405 kg
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
405 - 427 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 143 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
84 - 105 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Kia
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