KIA Niro vs Subaru Ascent Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Appreciable fuel economy Standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Roomy cabin and generous cargo capacity Read More	Generous cargo space Quiet cabin Well-rounded standard kit Read More
Things we don't like	Eco mode offers moderate acceleration Narrow all-electric range of PHEV grades All-wheel drive not available Read More	Tight third-row Noisy at times  Cabin vibration    Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	13.0:1	--
Motor Type	AC Synchronous Permanent Magnet Motor	--
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion Polymer	--
Battery Capacity	6.5 Ah	--
Battery Voltage	240 V	--
Secondary Engine Fuel Type	Electric	--

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Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	Variable Speed
Transmission Type	Dual Clutch	CVT
Drive Type	FWD	AWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1580 cc	2398 cc
Power	139 hp	260 hp
Torque	264 Nm	375 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Secondary Engine Type	Hybrid	--
Secondary Engine Max Power	43 hp	--
Secondary Engine Max Torque	169 Nm Nm	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	549 L	1345 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	8 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45 L	73 L
Length	4356 mm	4999 mm
Width	1806 mm	2890 mm
Ground Clearance	160 mm	221 mm
Height	1534 mm	--
Wheel Base	2700 mm	3222 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Kerb Weight	1408 Kg	2009 kg
Gross Weight	1850 Kg	--
Front Headroom	1019 mm	1049 mm
Front Legroom	1059 mm	1072 mm
Rear Headroom	993 mm	922 mm
Rear Legroom	950 mm	805 mm
Front Tread	--	1636 mm
Rear Tread	--	1631 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	Independent Suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Independent Suspension

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R18
Tyre Size	--	245/60 R18

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt and Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.1 m	--
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	No
Central Locking	Yes	--
Power Door Locks	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	No	--
Anti Theft Device	--	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	--
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	1.6L Hybrid Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.6L Hybrid Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	No
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	No	No
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	--
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	--
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	No	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	--
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	--	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	No	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	No	--

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	--
Fog Lights Front	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	--
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	Yes	--
Rear Spoiler	Yes	--
Sun Roof	No	--
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	No	No
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Roof Rail	No	Yes
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Solid Discs Solid Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Wheel Covers	--	No
Power Antenna	--	No
Removable Convertible Top	--	No
Moon Roof	--	No
Side Stepper	--	No

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	No
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	No	No
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	No
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Projector Projector	Halogen Halogen
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Descent Control Hill Descent Control

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