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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Kia Sportage comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 30,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Kia Sportage?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Kia Sportage: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
3 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Sportage is visibly cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,780 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers markedly more range – reaching up to 101 km, about 35 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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly 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 3 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is very slightly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 23 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers slightly more boot space – 587 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries slightly more – 580 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly superior 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 £39,900
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Kia Sportage
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Kia Sportage
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
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Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 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
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
4,713 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Height
1,440 - 1,446 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 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, Plugin Hybrid
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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
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 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
110 - 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, F, G, B
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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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