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Kia e-Niro vs Vauxhall Frontera
Selected trimDesignChange trim186 mi · 44 kWh · £23,995
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. Compare the Kia Niro EV with the Vauxhall Frontera
In this comparison, Kia e-Niro leads on family practicality, while the Vauxhall Frontera leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia e-Niro if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Vauxhall Frontera if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Frontera leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVauxhall
Kia
0
Vauxhall
5
Motorway RangeVauxhall
Kia
2.5
Vauxhall
3.6
FamilyKia
Kia
3.7
Vauxhall
3
Cost Per MileVauxhall
Kia
5.1
Vauxhall
6.2
City Driving
Kia
7.1
Vauxhall
6.7
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £23,995 |
| Official range | 180 miles | 186 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 451 L | 460 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Kia e-Niro
Vauxhall Frontera
Length
Kia e-Niro4,375mm-10mm
Vauxhall Frontera4,385mm
Width
Kia e-Niro1,805mm
Vauxhall Frontera1,795mm-10mm
Height
Kia e-Niro1,570mm-90mm
Vauxhall Frontera1,660mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,375 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm | 1,795 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare | 605 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 451 L | 460 L (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia e-Niro
- Uses 153 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,375 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Vauxhall Frontera
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia e-Niro 2 |  Vauxhall Frontera Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.38m+10mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.79m-10mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.66m+90mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.67m-30mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 451L | 460L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 11.05m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,667kg | 1,573kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh | 44kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 180 mi | 186 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £23,995 |
| Price after EV grant | Not available | £22,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2019–2022 | 2025+ |
* Vauxhall Frontera: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 180 miles | 186 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 126 miles | 155 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 39.2 kWh | 43.8 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec (better) | 12.1 sec |
| Power | 100 kW (better) | 83 kW |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 125 Nm |
| Drivetrain | fwd | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia e-Niro
2
Vauxhall Frontera
Design
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £14,495 | £15,949 |
| Average used price | £15,045 | £15,949 |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Frontera Design
Vauxhall Frontera Design
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia e-Niro2 | Vauxhall FronteraDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Kia e-Niro
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Frontera
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia e-Niro
No active listings.
Vauxhall Frontera
- £15,9492026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Kia e-Niro and Vauxhall Frontera like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro and 155 miles for the Vauxhall Frontera - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Vauxhall Frontera goes roughly 29 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia e-Niro or the Vauxhall Frontera?
The two are within 10 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 605 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Frontera and about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro. The Kia e-Niro also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia e-Niro or the Vauxhall Frontera?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Kia e-Niro and 90% for the Vauxhall Frontera. That gives the Vauxhall Frontera a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Vauxhall Frontera's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia e-Niro's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The Vauxhall Frontera has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia e-Niro.
Go deeper on each car
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Guide
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .