Compare performance (288 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (30,200 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Mercedes C Class Sedan?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Sportage is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,163 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Sedan with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia Sportage offers significantly more range – reaching up to 66 km, about 55 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.
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 Mercedes C Class Sedan offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 392 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Sedan delivers considerably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 640 Nm more.
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 barely lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 143 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers clearly more boot space – 587 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries very slightly more – 580 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
The Mercedes C Class Sedan has the upper hand 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
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Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Electric Range
11 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
485 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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