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Kia Sportage vs Mazda CX-6e comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Mazda CX-6e?

Kia Sportage vs Mazda CX-6e: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-6e

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
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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:

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

Kia Sportage is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mazda CX-6e costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,714 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda CX-6e offers significantly more range – reaching up to 484 km, about 418 km more than the Kia Sportage.

CX-6e

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia Sportage offers slightly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 30 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 Mazda CX-6e takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers visibly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is significantly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,205 kg. The difference is around 653 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers markedly more boot space – 587 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 119 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries markedly more – 580 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage sits just 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.

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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 (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 Mazda CX-6e blends Mazda’s flowing coupe‑SUV silhouette with electric propulsion to deliver a surprisingly engaging and polished driving experience that feels more premium than its price suggests. Inside, the cabin is quietly refined and ergonomically smart, with modern tech and practical space that make it a stylish, sensible choice for drivers who want EV manners without the fanfare.

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4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Peter
27 Jul 2026, 17:46:47

Quality is a top priority at Mazda. No engine problems like with some other manufacturers in the past. Why should it be any different as an electric car.
The equipment focuses on the essentials… Great battery..
Visually very nice…
Will shake up the upper echelons of the car market at that price..

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
42,800 - 45,400 £
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
18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
468 - 484 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
2,205 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
468 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
385 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
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Kia Sportage have?

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

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