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Aston Martin DB12 vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or Kia Sportage?

Aston Martin DB12 vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DB12

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Sportage is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 163,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 9.3 L/100km.

Sportage

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 392 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

DB12

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Sportage offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is slightly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 236 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers considerably more boot space – 587 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 325 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £29,100
Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 66 km
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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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EM
24 Apr 2026, 11:56:00

Low fuel consumption, spacious, responsive acceleration, quiet

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Peter
3 Jan 2026, 23:20:52

I drove the Toyota RAV4 and the Kia Sportage on business — the Kia’s engine and automatic gearbox are much better. It doesn’t jerk or scream, and the shifts are smooth. Comfort in both cars is very similar.

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Lello
14 Nov 2025, 09:58:29

Perfect car in every way, good trim, excellent fuel economy and reliability, price competitive with brands that have been established for longer...

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Costs and Consumption
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
680 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
800 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Aston Martin DB12 have?

The Aston Martin DB12 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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