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Kia Sportage vs Renault Express comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Renault Express?

Kia Sportage vs Renault Express: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Express

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Express is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,009 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Express

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 186 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers visibly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 140 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.

Seats: Kia Sportage offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is a bit lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 256 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries moderately more – 700 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage 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.

from £29,100
Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 66 km
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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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Reviews Kia Sportage

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EM
24 Apr 2026, 11:56:00

Low fuel consumption, spacious, responsive acceleration, quiet

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Peter
3 Jan 2026, 23:20:52

I drove the Toyota RAV4 and the Kia Sportage on business — the Kia’s engine and automatic gearbox are much better. It doesn’t jerk or scream, and the shifts are smooth. Comfort in both cars is very similar.

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Lello
14 Nov 2025, 09:58:29

Perfect car in every way, good trim, excellent fuel economy and reliability, price competitive with brands that have been established for longer...

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The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,393 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
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Height
1,811 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Kia Sportage have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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