Compare performance (288 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or NIO EL7?
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 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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,208 £.
As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 435 km more than the Kia Sportage.
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 NIO EL7 offers significantly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 365 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is significantly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 869 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers barely more boot space – 587 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries slightly more – 580 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.
The NIO EL7 is decisively ahead 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 is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.
detailsThe NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,912 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,720 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
449 - 469 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
NIO
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