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Volvo EX40 vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (45,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX40 or Kia Niro?

Volvo EX40 vs Kia Niro: Key differences

Volvo EX40

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Niro

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably 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

EX40

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,114 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX40 offers substantially more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 304 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm more.

EX40

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is noticeably lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 566 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX40 carries barely more – 480 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 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 £45,200
EX40

Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 477 - 576 km
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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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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
45,200 - 58,200 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,863 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 480 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Volvo EX40 have?

The Volvo EX40 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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