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Kia Sportage vs Nissan X-Trail - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (239 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 34200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Nissan X-Trail?

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Nissan X-Trail

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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia Sportage has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3995 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sportage manages with 5 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.70 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

X-Trail

Engine and Performance:

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 Kia Sportage has a slightly edge – offering 239 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan X-Trail pulls evident stronger with 525 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm difference.

Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Kia Sportage is slight lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1668 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers barely noticeable more room – 587 L compared to 585 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage slight takes the win – 580 kg compared to 574 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia Sportage shows itself to be only a minor advantage 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 X-Trail

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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 X-Trail

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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Kia Sportage
Nissan X-Trail

Costs and Consumption

Price
30200 - 43900 £
Price
34200 - 50500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
132 - 180 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
4540 mm
Length
-
Width
1865 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
543 - 580 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
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.