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Jaguar E-Pace vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar E-Pace or Kia Sportage?

Jaguar E-Pace vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Jaguar E-Pace

  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sportage

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  • moderately cheaper
  • barely more power
  • somewhat lighter
  • a bit 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

E-Pace

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Jaguar E-Pace costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaguar E-Pace uses 1.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Jaguar E-Pace offers marginally more range – reaching up to 69 km, about 3 km more than the Kia Sportage.

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 barely more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar E-Pace is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

E-Pace

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is somewhat lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 231 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers a bit more boot space – 587 L compared to 494 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries very slightly more – 580 kg compared to 554 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar E-Pace 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.

from £32,400
E-Pace

Jaguar E-Pace

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 160 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 69 km
Jaguar E-Pace
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Jaguar E-Pace

The Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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Jaguar E-Pace
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
33 - 185 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
494 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,648 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
497 - 554 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Kia
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