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Kia Sportage vs Mercedes B Class – Performance, range & efficiency compared
Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Kia Sportage or Mercedes B Class?
Sportage
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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 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2967 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.
B Class
@ Mercedes-Benz Group Media
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 has a minimal edge – offering 239 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 450 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.
Sportage
@ Kia Corporation
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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is slightly lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 147 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeable more room – 587 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs to a small extent better – up to 1776 L, which is about 236 L more than the Mercedes B Class.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage hardly perceptible takes the win – 580 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Mercedes B Class shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £33,100
@ Mercedes-Benz Group Media
Mercedes B Class
Kia Sportage
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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Mercedes B Class
The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Kia Sportage
Mercedes B Class
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 239 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?
The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.