Compare performance (625 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé 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.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia Sportage is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,866 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
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 8 Series Coupé offers considerably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 337 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 370 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 moderately lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 253 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeably more boot space – 587 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries only slightly more – 580 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The Kia Sportage 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.
The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 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
176 - 263 g/km
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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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 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
2 - 4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Height
1,346 - 1,420 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
370 - 545 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
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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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