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Kia Sportage vs Land Rover Defender – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Sportage or Land Rover Defender fits your lifestyle better.

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

Sportage @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the Land Rover Defender costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 27695 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sportage manages with 5 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Defender has a significantly edge – offering 635 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 396 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Defender performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Defender pulls significantly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers distinct more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, Kia Sportage is significantly lighter – 1552 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 748 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers distinct more room – 786 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs slightly better – up to 2078 L, which is about 302 L more than the Kia Sportage.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender clearly perceptible takes the win – 819 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 239 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £57,900
Defender @ Jaguar Land Rover Media

Land Rover Defender

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 14.4 L
  • Electric Range : 48 km
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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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Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender boasts a rugged design that seamlessly blends traditional aesthetics with modern innovation, making it a true icon in the world of off-road vehicles. Its performance capabilities are matched by a luxurious interior, offering comfort and cutting-edge technology for drivers and passengers alike. Whether tackling rough terrains or cruising through city streets, the Defender exudes versatility and reliability, maintaining its reputation as a robust yet refined companion for any adventure.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30200 - 43900 £
Price
57900 - 172000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
co2
132 - 180 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
89 - 91 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
4540 mm
Length
4323 - 5358 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1967 - 1995 mm
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Max trunk capacity
1263 - 2078 L
Payload
543 - 580 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Land Rover

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Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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