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Kia Sportage vs Lexus RC comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Lexus RC?
Kia Sportage vs Lexus RC: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Sportage
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Sportage is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,194 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 8.9 L/100km.
RC
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 Lexus RC offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.
Sportage
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.
Seats: Kia Sportage offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is a bit lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers markedly more boot space – 587 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 221 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries only slightly more – 580 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia Sportage 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.
from £29,100
Kia Sportage
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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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Lexus RC
The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.
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Kia Sportage
Lexus RC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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co2
268 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Curb weight
1,715 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
366 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,710 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,845 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,390 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
535 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
464 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
270 km/h
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
341 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Lexus
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