Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Kia Sportage?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia Sportage is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,037 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
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 BMW 2 Series offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia Sportage offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is barely lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeably more boot space – 587 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries visibly more – 580 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.
The BMW 2 Series comes out modestly 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.
The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.
detailsThe 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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Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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