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Kia Sportage vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Nissan Ariya?

Kia Sportage vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sportage

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,714 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers clearly more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 351 km more than the Kia Sportage.

Ariya

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Ariya offers clearly more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers clearly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

Sportage

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is substantially lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 725 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeably more boot space – 587 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 172 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries noticeably more – 580 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 217 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Ariya 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.

£54,848
Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 km
Kia Sportage
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

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Kia Sportage

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.

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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Kia Sportage
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
363 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
320 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan
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