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Hyundai Bayon vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (20,500 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Bayon or Kia Sportage?

Hyundai Bayon vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Hyundai Bayon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Bayon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Bayon is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,500 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,649 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Bayon with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

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 Kia Sportage offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Hyundai Bayon takes 11.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers considerably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 208 Nm more.

Bayon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Bayon is markedly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 377 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers visibly more boot space – 587 L compared to 411 L. That’s a difference of about 176 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries clearly more – 580 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 66 km
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Hyundai Bayon

The Hyundai Bayon slips neatly between city runabout and small SUV, offering surprising practicality and a fresh, confident design that stands out in urban traffic. It's an easy buy for shoppers who want smart packaging, tidy handling and a dash of personality without fuss — a sensible little crossover that makes everyday driving a bit more enjoyable.

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Reviews Hyundai Bayon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Janusz
29 Apr 2026, 09:15:55

Definitely the Hyundai Bayon — the most important thing is the simply designed 1.2 MPI four-cylinder engine, 84 hp, adapted for LPG and cheap to repair, beautiful looks, a five-year warranty, cheaper to buy, and performance completely sufficient for a senior. A four-cylinder engine runs smoother and is better refined. I will buy this car in December 2026 at the Hyundai dealership in Toruń.

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André CGARLIER
20 Jan 2026, 19:35:46

I bought the HUNDAY BAYON one month ago.
600 km later, first small problem — the gauge stopped working.
I have an appointment set for 15 days from now. That said, it’s a real pleasure to drive: very smooth, lively acceleration, comfortable and perfect visibility. 800 km on the clock, but I’ve noticed city fuel consumption is much higher than advertised — 9.7 litres/100 km, mostly urban driving.

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Kia Sportage

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5 (3 Reviews)
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EM
24 Apr 2026, 11:56:00

Low fuel consumption, spacious, responsive acceleration, quiet

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Peter
3 Jan 2026, 23:20:52

I drove the Toyota RAV4 and the Kia Sportage on business — the Kia’s engine and automatic gearbox are much better. It doesn’t jerk or scream, and the shifts are smooth. Comfort in both cars is very similar.

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Lello
14 Nov 2025, 09:58:29

Perfect car in every way, good trim, excellent fuel economy and reliability, price competitive with brands that have been established for longer...

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,500 - 26,200 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,200 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
411 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,865 mm
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
450 - 460 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Bayon?

The Hyundai Bayon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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