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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
38200 - 55500 £
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
81 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
57 - 175 g/km
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
47 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1575 - 1935 kg
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Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Length
4500 mm
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Length
4540 mm
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Width
1845 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Height
1630 - 1642 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1495 - 1545 L
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Payload
490 - 500 kg
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 326 HP
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Power HP
136 - 239 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
190 - 233 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 240 kW
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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The BMW X1 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.