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Kia Sportage vs Skoda Karoq - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (239 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Skoda Karoq?
Sportage
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Skoda Karoq has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 30200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1080 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Karoq manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
Karoq
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia Sportage has a distinct edge – offering 239 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs minimal better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 18 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls a bit stronger with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.
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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 curb weight, Skoda Karoq is a bit lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 172 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers to a small extent more room – 587 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs minimal better – up to 1776 L, which is about 146 L more than the Skoda Karoq.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage hardly perceptible takes the win – 580 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Skoda Karoq proves to be edges out slightly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Skoda Karoq is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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Skoda Karoq
Kia Sportage
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Kia Sportage
4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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Skoda Karoq
4.6 (2 Reviews)
The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
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Kia Sportage
Skoda Karoq
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
29100 - 41700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
128 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 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
1380 - 1655 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4384 - 4390 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1841 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1624 - 1629 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1630 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
456 - 549 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, Diesel
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
115 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 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
85 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 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
D, E, F
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Skoda
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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.