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Kia Sportage vs Mazda MX-30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (239 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 30800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Mazda MX-30?

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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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 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 686 £.

MX-30

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 Kia Sportage has a noticeable edge – offering 239 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs distinct better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.

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 curb weight, Kia Sportage is somewhat lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1849 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers decisively more room – 587 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 237 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1776 L, which is about 621 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage distinct takes the win – 580 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 178 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda MX-30 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda MX-30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.30 kWh
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Kia Sportage
Mazda MX-30

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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Kia Sportage
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
30200 - 43900 £
Price
30800 - 37100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.30 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
132 - 180 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Curb weight
1849 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
4540 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1555 mm
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Max trunk capacity
1137 - 1155 L
Payload
543 - 580 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.10 s
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.