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Mercedes-Benz B 180 d
Crossover · Diesel
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Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
Crossover · Electric · AWD
Mercedes-Benz B 180 d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz B 180 d
The Mercedes-Benz B 180 d focuses on everyday family practicality and low fuel use rather than thrills. With five seats, a 450-liter boot, and an efficient diesel (4 L/100 km), it suits growing families and city driving.
5 seatsCrossoverDiesel5-star safety
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
Car B
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
The Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid suits city drivers who want low running costs and the flexibility of a gasoline backup. It blends a usable 48 km electric range with AWD traction and five-seat practicality at a price that’s good value in its segment.
5 seatsCrossoverElectric5-star safety1.6 L/100km141 hpAWDElectric
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatsstep-up price

Usage fit

Family 60 / 66
City 59 / 71
Budget / value 54 / 69
Road trip 50 / 46
Performance 23 / 28
Cargo 32 / 24
Practical 43 / 55
Premium 43 / 25
Winter 34 / 34

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz B 180 d · Orange = Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz B 180 d Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz B 180 d

  • Efficient for its class at 4 L/100 km, reducing fuel costs
  • Five seats and a 450 L boot suit growing families and daily errands
  • Signals a strong safety standing within its class
  • Good value in its segment at around 30,000

Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid

  • 48 km EV range covers most urban errands and short commutes
  • Very low combined consumption makes it efficient for its class
  • AWD adds confidence in wet or winter conditions
  • Priced around 35,000, offering good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz B 180 d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz B 180 d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid if…
All-wheel drive
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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