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VW Taigo vs Kia Niro comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 138 HP), boot space and price (19,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Taigo or Kia Niro?

VW Taigo vs Kia Niro: Key differences

VW Taigo

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly more efficient
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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

Taigo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Taigo is clearly cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,214 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 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 Taigo offers barely more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Taigo is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Niro delivers only slightly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

Taigo

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is a bit lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers very slightly more boot space – 451 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries barely more – 466 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Taigo holds a decisive overall lead 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 £19,900
Taigo

VW Taigo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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The VW Taigo blends a coupe-like roofline with crossover practicality, giving it a stylish presence on the road while remaining easy to live with for everyday driving. It delivers a comfortable ride, intuitive tech and smart use of space, making it a good choice if you want SUV looks without the bulk of a larger vehicle.

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Reviews VW Taigo

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Taiger
25 Jun 2026, 18:04:38

Good enough for four stars, not stellar but ok for VW

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Volker
15 Jun 2026, 09:53:01

Great car for city and short-distance driving. Solid interior and chic design. Even the 95 hp version is adequately powered.

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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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pip
11 Jul 2026, 08:42:12

nice size, roomy for passengers, lots of bells and whistles as standard, magnificent fuel economy,well made , 7 year warranty

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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
19,900 - 31,800 £
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 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
120 - 132 g/km
co2
102 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
451 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,757 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
448 - 457 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Power HP
138 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Power kW
102 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
VW
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the VW Taigo have?

The VW Taigo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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