Compare performance (650 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 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.
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 is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,908 £.
As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 614 km more than the Kia Sportage.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers significantly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 362 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is substantially 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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers considerably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 390 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 visibly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeably more boot space – 587 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries markedly more – 580 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly superior 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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.
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
39,000 - 64,300 £
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
469 - 680 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
0 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
Hatchback
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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
1,892 - 2,134 kg
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Trunk capacity
401 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
1,880 - 1,940 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
386 - 438 kg
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
170 - 650 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 8.3 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
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 - 478 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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