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BMW X1 vs Kia Sportage - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 239 HP), boot space and price (38200 £ vs 30200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X1 or Kia Sportage?

BMW X1

4.1 (5 Reviews)
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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X1

Costs and Efficiency:

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 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the BMW X1 costs 38200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X1 manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

Sportage

Engine and Performance:

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 X1 has a noticeable edge – offering 326 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X1 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW X1 performs slightly better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X1 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 477 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 157 Nm difference.

X1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Sportage is hardly perceptible lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 23 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers hardly perceptible more room – 587 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs slightly better – up to 1776 L, which is about 231 L more than the BMW X1.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage to a small extent takes the win – 580 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X1 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

BMW X1
Kia Sportage

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X1

BMW X1

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 326 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 81 km

BMW X1

4.1 (5 Reviews)
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The BMW X1 brings a premium feel to compact crossover life, wrapping practical space and agile handling into a tidy, upscale package. It’s ideal for buyers who want BMW driving dynamics without the bulk, offering everyday comfort and a few clever tricks to keep the commute interesting.

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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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 X1
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
38200 - 55500 £
Price
30200 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
57 - 175 g/km
co2
132 - 180 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1575 - 1935 kg
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
4500 mm
Length
4540 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1630 - 1642 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 - 1545 L
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Payload
490 - 500 kg
Payload
543 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 326 HP
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
190 - 233 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 240 kW
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
Is the BMW X1 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X1 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.