Nissan Navara vs Kia Rondo
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 Nissan Navara starts from $26,490 before on-road costs, while the Kia Rondo opens at $25,990. That makes the Kia Rondo the more affordable entry point by $500.
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 $29,139 and $28,589 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Kia Rondo by roughly $1,710 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. Both models are evenly matched with 0 out of 10 key ADAS systems.
Both include the essentials: core safety systems. Airbag count is 7 in the Nissan Navara and 6 in the Kia Rondo.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
Drivetrain
The Nissan Navara lines up producing 122kW and 238Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed manual (7-speed automatic optional) to a RWD layout.
The Kia Rondo lines up making 106kW and 189Nm, paired to a 5-speed manual driving the front wheels.
The Nissan Navara has the clear power advantage at 122kW vs 106kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Nissan Navara measures 5,255mm long on a 3,150mm wheelbase, 710mm longer than the Kia Rondo at 4,545mm.
For towing, the Nissan Navara leads with a 1,588kg braked capacity vs 1,400kg. That 188kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.8m diameter
Average
Based on 11.8m 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.
Average
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 10.0 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
1.8 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 $2,822/year for the Nissan Navara and $2,480/year for the Kia Rondo. That is a $342 annual difference in favour of the Kia Rondo.
Estimated annual total: $2,822 (Nissan Navara) vs $2,480 (Kia Rondo). The Kia Rondo saves you roughly $342 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 3 years / 100,000km (Nissan Navara) vs 5 years (Kia Rondo). The Kia Rondo has longer coverage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Nissan Navara if: You prioritise performance, need stronger towing, or prefer Nissan's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Kia Rondo if: You want the lower entry price, want lower running costs, value a longer warranty, or prefer Kia's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
This is genuinely close. The Nissan Navara and Kia Rondo trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Kia Rondo will save you roughly $342 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, Nissan Navara and Kia Rondo?
The Kia Rondo is the cheapest at $25,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Nissan Navara by $500.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Kia Rondo uses the least fuel at 8.7L/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 1,588kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The Kia Rondo has the longest warranty at 5 years / Unlimited.
Which is the most powerful?
The Nissan Navara makes the most power at 122kW.
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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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