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VW Amarok vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Amarok or Kia Niro?

VW Amarok vs Kia Niro: Key differences

VW Amarok

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Niro

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly 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

Amarok

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the VW Amarok costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,103 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 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 VW Amarok offers clearly more power – delivering 240 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Amarok is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers clearly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.

Amarok

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 significantly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 2,262 kg. The difference is around 788 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries considerably more – 983 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 517 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Niro is barely 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.

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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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VW Amarok

The VW Amarok is a surprisingly refined pickup that blends rugged capability with car-like comfort, feeling equally at home on a worksite or a weekend escape. Practical, well‑mannered and a little bit charismatic, it’s a smart choice for buyers who need honest utility without sacrificing everyday drivability — and yes, it can be oddly addictive to drive.

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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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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
43,200 - 64,100 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
226 - 270 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
5,350 mm
Length
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Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
883 - 983 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
VW
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the VW Amarok?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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