Kia Niro or Renault Captur?
What are the main differences between the Kia Niro and the Renault Captur?
Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.
Kia Niro
- From-price
- €36,195 (price list May 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Consumption (WLTP)
- 4.6–5.1 l/100 km
- Power
- 101 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- not confirmed in an official source
- Boot space
- 451 litres (VDA)
- Euro NCAP
- 4 of 5 stars (2022)
- Versions in the price list
- 4
Renault Captur
- From-price
- €31,990 (price list 26 August 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Petrol, Mild hybrid, Hybrid
- Consumption (WLTP)
- 4.4–5.9 l/100 km
- Power
- 84–116 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- not confirmed in an official source
- Boot space
- 348 litres (ISO)
- Euro NCAP
- 4 of 5 stars (2024)
- Versions in the price list
- 5
How do the versions of the Kia Niro and the Renault Captur compare?
The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.
| Feature | Kia Niro Niro 1.6 GDi Hybrid DCT6 ComfortLine | Renault Captur Captur TCe 115 evolution | Renault Captur Captur full hybrid E-Tech 160 evolution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | €36,195Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list May 2026 | €31,990Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 26 August 2026 | €33,790Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 26 August 2026 |
| Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | €35,225 | €30,795 | €32,595 |
| Specifications | |||
| PowertraindiffersFrom the version’s price list. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | Hybrid, Front-wheel drive | Petrol, Front-wheel drive | Hybrid, Front-wheel drive |
| PowerdiffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | 101 kW (138 hp) | 84 kW (115 hp) | 116 kW (160 hp) |
| 0-100 km/hdiffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | 11.3 s | 12.3 s | 8.9 s |
| Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | 4.6–5.1 l/100 km | 5.7 l/100 km | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Battery capacity (net)No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| AC chargingNo confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| DC fast charging (max.)No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Fast charging 10-80 %No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Kerb weightdiffersSource: RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | 1,524 kg | 1,323 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | 1,010 kg | 1,200 kg | 1,000 kg |
| Boot spacediffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | 451 l | 348 l | 348 l |
| Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | 4,430 × 1,825 × 1,545 mm | 4,239 × 1,797 × 1,575 mm | 4,239 × 1,797 × 1,575 mm |
| Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 7 September 2022; Euro NCAP, 11 September 2024 | 4 of 5 stars (2022) | 4 of 5 stars (2024) | 4 of 5 stars (2024) |
| Costs (computed) | |||
| Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-27, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | €646€7,750 a year on €35,225 | €565€6,775 a year on €30,795 | €598€7,171 a year on €32,595 |
| Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | €226 – €247all provinces, 2026 | €172 – €188all provinces, 2026 | €199 – €217all provinces, 2026 |
| Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Renault Nederland, 26 August 2026 | €12.195.1 l/100 km | €13.635.7 l/100 km | €10.524.4 l/100 km |
When do you choose the Kia Niro and when the Renault Captur?
Choose the Kia Niro if…
- you want a roomy hybrid crossover that you never need to plug in
- you drive calmly and economically; Autozine says the facelift is tuned for economy
- you want extensive standard equipment and a long warranty (ANWB)
Choose the Renault Captur if…
- You want a compact SUV with a roomy, flexible interior: the boot is 348 litres, or 1,525 litres with the rear seat folded.
- You want to drive economically: the full hybrid E-Tech 160 uses 4.4 l/100 km on the WLTP cycle.
- You want to tow: up to 1,500 kg braked with the mild hybrid 140, 1,000 kg with the full hybrid.
- You find a starting price of €31,990 for an SUV with a 115 hp petrol engine acceptable.
These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.
What do the Kia Niro and the Renault Captur cost per month?
Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Kia Niro costs per month: fuel about €152 (WLTP consumption 5.1 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €75 – €82 depending on the province, together €228 – €235 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Renault Captur costs per month: fuel about €170 (WLTP consumption 5.7 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €57 – €63 depending on the province, together €228 – €233 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
| Model | Electricity or fuel | Road tax | Together (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kia NiroNiro 1.6 GDi Hybrid DCT6 ComfortLine | €152 | €75 – €82 | €228 – €235 |
| Renault CapturCaptur TCe 115 evolution | €170 | €57 – €63 | €228 – €233 |
Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.
Are there used Kia Niro or Renault Captur cars for sale?
- Kia Niro: 88 used cars in our stock, from €13,899. See the used cars
- Renault Captur: 562 used cars in our stock, from €6,950. See the used cars
Frequently asked questions
What do the Kia Niro and the Renault Captur cost?
The Kia Niro costs from €36,195 (price list May 2026) and the Renault Captur from €31,990 (price list 26 August 2026).
Which uses less, the Kia Niro or the Renault Captur?
The WLTP consumption of the Kia Niro is 4.6–5.1 l/100 km and of the Renault Captur 4.4–5.9 l/100 km.
How big is the boot of the Kia Niro and the Renault Captur?
The boot of the Kia Niro holds 451 litres (VDA) and the Renault Captur 348 litres (ISO). The measuring methods differ, so the figures are not like for like.
How safe are the Kia Niro and the Renault Captur according to Euro NCAP?
The Kia Niro scored 4 of 5 stars (2022 test) and the Renault Captur 4 of 5 stars (2024 test). The test years differ.
Where can you read more about the Kia Niro and the Renault Captur?
- All versions and specifications of the Kia Niro
- All versions and specifications of the Renault Captur
- Our review of the Kia Niro
- Our review of the Renault Captur
- Pick and compare versions yourself
Other comparisons
Sources
- Kia Nederland B.V.: De Kia Niro. Prijslijst mei 2026. (code ZK601DE090MEI26, MY27.01; linked on kia.com/nl as 'Prijslijst' for 'Nieuwe Niro Hybrid') (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Kia personenauto's per handelsbenaming, 2026 t/m 2026-10-24 (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Niro 2026 met catalogusprijs gelijk aan fiscale waarden uit de prijslijst (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Kia Niro 2022 (Standard) (document date 7 September 2022, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Renault Nederland: Prijslijst Renault Captur, 26 augustus 2026 (document date 26 August 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Nieuwe Renault personenauto's 2026 per handelsbenaming (gekentekende voertuigen) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Renault Captur - Euro NCAP results (2024) (document date 11 September 2024, checked on 26 October 2026)
Is a value missing? Then we could not confirm it in an official source. Read how we work.