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Jeep Gladiator vs Kia Sportage – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or Kia Sportage?

Jeep Gladiator

Kia Sportage

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66400 £. That’s a price difference of around 36266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sportage manages with 5 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.80 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Jeep Gladiator has a minimal edge – offering 264 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Jeep Gladiator takes 8.60 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs to a small extent better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Jeep Gladiator tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Jeep Gladiator pulls decisively stronger with 600 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Kia Sportage is convincingly lighter – 1552 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 808 kg.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage minimal takes the win – 580 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia Sportage proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sportage is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Jeep Gladiator
Kia Sportage

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Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 239 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 7.9 L
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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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Kia Sportage

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
66400 £
Price
30200 - 43900 £
Consumption L/100km
9.80 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
257 g/km
co2
132 - 180 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2360 kg
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
5591 mm
Length
4540 mm
Width
1894 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1905 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Payload
565 kg
Payload
543 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
2987 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
Brand
Jeep
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Kia

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What drive types are available for the Jeep Gladiator?

The Jeep Gladiator is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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