Head to head · Crossover SUV
Toyota Yaris Cross vs Kia Niro
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Toyota Yaris Cross comes out ahead of the Kia Niro, winning 4 of the 4 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Toyota Yaris Cross | Kia Niro |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £18,650 (2023, 23,000 mi) | £20,200 (2023, 36,000 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 79% · wins | 55% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 92 · wins | 79 |
| Average mpg | 60 · wins | 35 |
| Insurance group | 11 · wins | 17 |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| Typical annual service | £185 | £185 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Yaris Cross vs Niro — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Yaris Cross or the Niro?
The Toyota Yaris Cross scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 92 against the Kia Niro's 79 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the Yaris Cross or the Niro?
The Toyota Yaris Cross — it keeps about 79% of its original price after three years, against 55% for the Kia Niro.
How much does a used Yaris Cross cost compared with a Niro?
A roughly three-year-old Toyota Yaris Cross is worth about £18,650 at typical mileage, against about £20,200 for the equivalent Kia Niro.