Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring 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.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Sportage is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,923 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Touring uses 2.5 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers markedly more range – reaching up to 97 km, about 31 km more than the Kia Sportage.
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 Touring 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 Touring is substantially 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 BMW 3 Series Touring delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is marginally lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,650 kg. The difference is around 98 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers somewhat more boot space – 587 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries a bit more – 580 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The BMW 3 Series Touring 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.
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
detailsThe 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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Price
41,100 - 93,300 £
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.3 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
91 - 97 km
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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
57 - 233 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
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,650 - 2,025 kg
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 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
1,827 - 1,903 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
430 - 520 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
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic 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
3.6 - 8.8 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 - 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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