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Kia Sportage vs Lexus UX comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 199 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 38,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Lexus UX?

Kia Sportage vs Lexus UX: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lexus UX

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
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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

Sportage

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Lexus UX costs 38,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,608 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus UX with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

UX

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 Kia Sportage offers visibly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 199 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Lexus UX takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Sportage

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, Lexus UX is marginally lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 57 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers significantly more boot space – 587 L compared to 320 L. That’s a difference of about 267 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus UX carries only slightly more – 615 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage is far ahead 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
Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 66 km
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Reviews Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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EM
24 Apr 2026, 11:56:00

Low fuel consumption, spacious, responsive acceleration, quiet

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Peter
3 Jan 2026, 23:20:52

I drove the Toyota RAV4 and the Kia Sportage on business — the Kia’s engine and automatic gearbox are much better. It doesn’t jerk or scream, and the shifts are smooth. Comfort in both cars is very similar.

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Lello
14 Nov 2025, 09:58:29

Perfect car in every way, good trim, excellent fuel economy and reliability, price competitive with brands that have been established for longer...

Lexus UX

The Lexus UX is a compact luxury crossover that blends sharp styling with a quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for urban buyers who want premium feel without shouting about it. It rides with poise, serves up plush materials and thoughtful tech, and—while it won’t satisfy anyone chasing track thrills—it's a smart, stylish choice for everyday driving.

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4.5 (5 Reviews)
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marjollet
10 Feb 2026, 16:56:36

After a Toyota Avensis D4D with a BMW engine, I chose the UX 250h F Sport Design and I'm very satisfied.

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Norma
21 Dec 2025, 18:27:57

Lv my UX I live 10 miles outside Belfast do aloy of country driving to reach different places I go t

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
38,700 - 54,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
113 - 127 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,555 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
283 - 320 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
555 - 615 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
199 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
146 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Kia Sportage have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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