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Kia Sportage vs Mercedes GLA – Which car suits you better?
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Sportage or Mercedes GLA fits your lifestyle better.
Sportage
@ Kia Corporation
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia Sportage has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the Mercedes GLA costs 38800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8674 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes GLA manages with 2.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.
GLA
@ Mercedes-Benz Group Media
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 Mercedes GLA has a significantly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLA is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLA performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLA pulls evident stronger with 500 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 180 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, Kia Sportage is barely noticeable lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1570 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeable more room – 587 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs to a small extent better – up to 1776 L, which is about 346 L more than the Mercedes GLA.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage somewhat takes the win – 580 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes GLA proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes GLA is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £38,800
@ Mercedes-Benz Group Media
Mercedes GLA
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 GLA
The Mercedes GLA blends Mercedes style with compact crossover practicality, looking sharper than its size suggests while still feeling purposeful around town. Inside it serves up premium materials and tech-forward ergonomics, and the composed ride makes it an appealing pick for buyers who want luxury wrapped in a city-friendly package with a wink of adventurous spirit.
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Kia Sportage
Mercedes GLA
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
38800 - 75300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 9.5 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
74 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
66 - 216 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
SUV
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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
1570 - 1810 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
385 - 435 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4412 - 4443 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1834 - 1849 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1590 - 1616 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1385 - 1430 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
480 - 500 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, Petrol
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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 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 11 s
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 270 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
230 - 500 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 - 310 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, E, F, G
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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.