2026 Dodge
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 12 - 18 MPG | 53 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 17 - 25 MPG | 45 - 54 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 - 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 85.1 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 295 - 710 hp | 139 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 6,200 - 8,700 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 200.8 - 201.0 in | 174.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 75.8 - 76.4 in | 71.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 38.6 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.8 in |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Dodge Durango than the Kia Niro.
The Kia Niro will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Dodge Durango.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Dodge Durango as you will with the Kia Niro, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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 Dodge Durango will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Niro, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Dodge Durango is much wider than the Kia Niro, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Dodge Durango, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Niro.
Handling
The Dodge Durango has a significantly larger turning radius than the Kia Niro, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Dodge Durango greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Dodge Durango does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro.
Utility
The Dodge Durango offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Niro, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Dodge Durango, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Niro.