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Kia Sportage vs Lynk & Co 02 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 30,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Lynk & Co 02?

Kia Sportage vs Lynk & Co 02: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • markedly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Lynk & Co 02

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Lynk & Co 02 costs 30,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,718 £.

As for electric range, the Lynk & Co 02 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 379 km more than the Kia Sportage.

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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 Kia Sportage offers very slightly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lynk & Co 02 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers somewhat more torque with 380 Nm compared to 323 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm more.

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, Kia Sportage is markedly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,895 kg. The difference is around 343 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers visibly more boot space – 587 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries clearly more – 580 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lynk & Co 02 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Lynk & Co 02

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 435 - 445 km
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Reviews Kia Sportage

5 (4 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...

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The Lynk & Co 02 wears its attitude like a leather jacket—bold styling and a youthful cabin that punches above its class, appealing to buyers who want personality as well as practicality. It's a genuinely engaging compact with everyday usability, offering enough flair and refinement to stand out in a crowded market without trying too hard.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
30,900 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
435 - 445 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
1,895 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
375 kg

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

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lynk & Co
What drivetrain options does the Kia Sportage have?

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

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