Compare performance (196 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer or Kia Niro?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Niro is only slightly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 857 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.
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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers visibly more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is only slightly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers clearly more boot space – 597 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 146 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer carries only slightly more – 502 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 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.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsThe 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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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 445 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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co2
102 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Curb weight
1,474 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Trunk capacity
451 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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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
434 - 502 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
138 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
102 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Kia
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