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Vauxhall Frontera vs Kia PV5 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Vauxhall Frontera or Kia PV5 fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Frontera has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Kia PV5 costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 12335 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Frontera: with 15.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Kia PV5 with 19.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs slight better – achieving up to 408 km, about 8 km more than the Kia PV5.

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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 Kia PV5 has a a bit edge – offering 163 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Frontera is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Kia PV5 takes 10.70 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Frontera performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Kia PV5 tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 59 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia PV5 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 250 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1860 kg. The difference is around 516 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia PV5 offers convincingly more room – 1320 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 860 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia PV5 performs significantly better – up to 4420 L, which is about 2820 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

When it comes to payload, Kia PV5 slightly takes the win – 790 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 146 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Frontera proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Frontera is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £20,500
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Vauxhall Frontera

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.20 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 305 - 408 km

Vauxhall Frontera

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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Kia PV5

The Kia EV5 is an exciting new entrant in the landscape of electric SUVs, promising a blend of style and innovation that captures attention. It boasts a sleek and modern design that aligns with Kia's evolving aesthetic identity, blending practicality with eye-catching details. With its foray into the electric vehicle segment, the EV5 is set to offer a highly competitive option for those looking to embrace sustainable mobility without compromising on comfort or tech features.

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Vauxhall Frontera
Kia PV5
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Costs and Consumption

Price
20500 - 30000 £
Price
32800 - 38900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.8 - 20.3 kWh
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Electric Range
288 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
51.5 - 71.2 kWh
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1860 - 2145 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
1320 L
Length
4385 mm
Length
4695 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1850 - 1895 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1923 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
2300 - 4420 L
Payload
436 - 644 kg
Payload
505 - 790 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
121 - 163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
135 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
89 - 120 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Frontera?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.