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Kia Sportage vs Nissan Qashqai - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (239 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 29600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Nissan Qashqai?

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Nissan Qashqai

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Qashqai has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29600 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 30200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 557 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Nissan Qashqai manages with 4.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

Qashqai

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 Kia Sportage has a a bit edge – offering 239 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Qashqai performs slight better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Qashqai pulls minimal stronger with 330 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is barely noticeable lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 132 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers a bit more room – 587 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs to a small extent better – up to 1776 L, which is about 329 L more than the Nissan Qashqai.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage a bit takes the win – 580 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia Sportage shows itself to be barely ahead 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 £30,200
Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 239 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 7.9 L
Kia Sportage
Nissan Qashqai

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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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Nissan Qashqai

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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Kia Sportage
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
30200 - 43900 £
Price
29600 - 39900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
132 - 180 g/km
co2
102 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1665 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4540 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1835 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
Payload
543 - 580 kg
Payload
466 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Nissan
Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.