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Audi Q4 e-tron vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or Kia Sportage?

Audi Q4 e-tron vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Audi Q4 e-tron

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • very slightly 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

Q4 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,580 £.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers considerably more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 526 km more than the Kia Sportage.

Sportage

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers moderately more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q4 e-tron is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.

Q4 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is markedly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 483 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers very slightly more boot space – 587 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries moderately more – 580 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron is far ahead overall 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 £40,700
Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 592 km
Audi Q4 e-tron
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron brings Audi polish into the electric crossover scene, pairing a sleek exterior with a refined, airy interior that makes everyday driving feel distinctly premium. It’s an easy-to-live-with EV that balances comfort and real-world usability with intuitive tech, making it a smart choice for buyers who want electric mobility without giving up Audi character — and yes, it still looks good in the driveway.

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.

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Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 515 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Kia
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