2025 Kia Niro vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Niro

2025 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,990 to $35,390
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Corolla Cross Hybrid

MSRP*: $28,220 to $31,405
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MPG - City 53 MPG 45 MPG
MPG - Hwy 45 - 54 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.7 ft3 61.8 ft3
Engine
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 196-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 139 hp 196 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 174.0 in 176.1 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 32.0 in
Head Room Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 39.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Niro than in the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Niro and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Convenience
The Kia Niro requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Kia Niro is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Kia Niro is about the same width as the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. When looking at overall length, the Kia Niro takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Handling
The Kia Niro has the same turning radius as the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Niro has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Kia Niro has much lower torque than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Niro and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Niro as you will in the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.