Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| Kia Niro | Volkswagen Golf GTE | |
|---|---|---|
| Status (differs) | Available | Used market only (out of production) |
| Model years (differs) | 2022-now | 2017-2020 |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 39,995 | – |
| Fuel | Plug-in Hybrid | Plug-in Hybrid |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Reliability (differs) | 78/100 | 66/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | 70/100 | – |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 66/100 | 58/100 |
| Value retention (differs) | n/a | 64/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 66/100 | 58/100 |
| Combined efficiency rating (differs) | – | n/a |
| Specifications | ||
| Body style (differs) | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Power (hp) (differs) | 183 | 204 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 9.6 | 7.6 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 168 | 222 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4420 | 4276 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1825 | 1799 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1545 | 1484 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1594 | 1615 |
| Battery (kWh) (differs) | 11.1 | 8.7 |
| Electric WLTP range (km) (differs) | 65 | – |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | 1 | 1.8 |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1300 | 1500 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 348 | 272 |
| Range (WLTP, km) (differs) | – | 50 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · PHEV (SG2, 2023+)
Plug-in hybrid crossover. Electric WLTP range 65 km; the WLTP figure of 1.0 l/100km applies only with a full battery and short trips. With an empty battery the car drives like a regular hybrid; then count on 5-6 l/100km (owner figure, not measured by us). Braked towing weight 1,300 kg.
Profile · VII (5G) facelift
Plug-in hybrid Golf VII (facelift), 1.4 TSI plus e-motor, 204 hp system power. Limited electric range around 50 km and a low combined cycle consumption that depends strongly on charging behaviour. Historical reference, no longer available as a new car.
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