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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
29600 - 39900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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co2
102 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1420 - 1665 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1835 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1625 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1422 - 1447 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
466 - 520 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
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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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
140 - 205 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
240 - 330 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Power kW
103 - 151 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Nissan
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The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.