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Jeep Compass vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 30,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Kia Sportage?

Jeep Compass vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more electric range
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Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • very slightly 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

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,038 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers considerably more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 434 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 markedly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers only slightly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.

Compass

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, Kia Sportage is very slightly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers very slightly more boot space – 587 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass is decisively ahead 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 £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 95 - 500 km
Jeep Compass
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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Kia Sportage

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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Jeep Compass
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
4,552 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,675 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

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