Kia Rondo vs Nissan Dualis
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular cars compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Kia Rondo: we're still completing wheelbase, kerb weight, 0-100km/h, ground clearance and turning circle.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
The Kia Rondo starts from $25,990 before on-road costs, while the Nissan Dualis opens at $25,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $28,589 and $28,589 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.
Safety Rundown
The Nissan Dualis holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Kia Rondo.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 0 out of 10 key ADAS systems.
Both include the essentials: core safety systems. Airbag count is 6 in the Kia Rondo and 6 in the Nissan Dualis.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
Drivetrain
The Kia Rondo lines up producing 106kW and 189Nm of torque, sent through a 5-speed manual to a FWD layout.
The Nissan Dualis responds with a MR20DE making 102kW and 198Nm, paired to a 6-speed manual driving the front wheels.
The Kia Rondo has the clear power advantage at 106kW vs 102kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Kia Rondo measures 4,545mm long, 215mm longer than the Nissan Dualis at 4,330mm (2,630mm wheelbase).
For towing, the Nissan Dualis leads with a 1,400kg braked capacity vs 1,400kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.6m diameter
Good
Based on 10.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Good
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 9.3 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: clears in one
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.8 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: swings in
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,480/year for the Kia Rondo and $2,309/year for the Nissan Dualis. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the Nissan Dualis.
Estimated annual total: $2,480 (Kia Rondo) vs $2,309 (Nissan Dualis). The Nissan Dualis saves you roughly $171 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 5 years (Kia Rondo) vs 3 years / 100,000km (Nissan Dualis). The Kia Rondo has longer coverage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Kia Rondo if: You prioritise performance, value a longer warranty, or prefer Kia's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Nissan Dualis if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Nissan's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The Kia Rondo and Nissan Dualis trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Nissan Dualis will save you roughly $171 a year in fuel. The Kia Rondo adds peace of mind with a longer 5-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Kia Rondo and Nissan Dualis?
The Kia Rondo is the cheapest at $25,990 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Nissan Dualis uses the least fuel at 8.1L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
The Nissan Dualis has the highest ANCAP rating at 5 stars.
Which can tow the most?
The Kia Rondo has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,400kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The Kia Rondo has the longest warranty at 5 years / Unlimited.
Which is the most powerful?
The Kia Rondo makes the most power at 106kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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