Kia Rondo vs Nissan Navara
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.
Data checked: specs 7 Sep 2026, price 4 Oct 2026
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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.
$25,990RRP
- no option data for this car
$53,348RRP
- with the Kia Rondo's standard kit: $53,348 (nothing to add)
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
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Price Breakdown
The Kia Rondo starts from $25,990 before on-road costs, while the Nissan Navara opens at $53,348. That makes the Kia Rondo the more affordable entry point by $27,358.
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 $58,683 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Nissan Navara by roughly $1,425 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
The Nissan Navara holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Kia Rondo.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Nissan Navara, against 0 on the Kia Rondo.
Both include the essentials: core safety systems. Airbag count is 6 in the Kia Rondo and 8 in the Nissan Navara.
Recalls on our record
Kia Rondo
- REC-006111 · published 9 Oct 2024The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off.Year range on the notice: 2012 - 2018
- REC-006110 · published 9 Oct 2024The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off.Year range on the notice: 2009 - 2012
Nissan Navara
- REC-001598 · published 7 May 2021The child restraint system (CRS) top tethers may not be strong enough to keep a child seat securely fastened and may break during an accident.Year range on the notice: 2015 - 2017
- REC-001113 · published 25 Oct 2018An internal ignition switch spring may have been manufactured with a surface defect.Year range on the notice: 2016 - 2017
- REC-001101 · published 8 Aug 2016In the rear oxygen sensor electrical short-to-ground or short-to-battery, the sensor fails, but a Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) or Engine Light warning does not illuminate.Year range on the notice: 2014 - 2016
- 3 more on the model page.
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Nissan Navara counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Kia Rondo lines up producing 106kW and 189Nm of torque, sent through a 5-speed manual to a FWD layout.
The Nissan Navara responds with a Diesel making 150kW and 470Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels.
The Nissan Navara has the clear power advantage at 150kW vs 106kW. 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, 775mm shorter than the Nissan Navara at 5,320mm (3,130mm wheelbase).
For towing, the Nissan Navara leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,400kg. That 2,100kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
12.7m diameter
Large
Based on 12.7m 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.
Large
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 11.1 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
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 $2,195/year for the Nissan Navara. That is a $285 annual difference in favour of the Nissan Navara.
Warranty: 5 years (Kia Rondo) vs 5 years (Nissan Navara). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Kia Rondo if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Kia's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Nissan Navara if: You prioritise performance, want lower running costs, need stronger towing, or prefer Nissan's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The CarSorted Score calls this a draw (62 vs 76). The Kia Rondo and Nissan Navara trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Nissan Navara will save you roughly $285 a year in fuel. 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 Navara?
The Kia Rondo is the cheapest at $25,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Nissan Navara by $27,358.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Nissan Navara uses the least fuel at 7.7L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
The Nissan Navara has the highest ANCAP rating at 5 stars.
Which can tow the most?
The Nissan Navara has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Nissan Navara makes the most power at 150kW.
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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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