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Kia Sportage vs Skoda Scala comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Skoda Scala?

Kia Sportage vs Skoda Scala: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Skoda Scala

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably 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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Scala is visibly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,706 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Scala with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Scala

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 138 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Skoda Scala is noticeably lighter – 1,199 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 353 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers visibly more boot space – 587 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries clearly more – 580 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 149 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage holds a decisive overall lead 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
Kia Sportage
Skoda Scala

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Skoda Scala

The Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.

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Kia Sportage
Skoda Scala

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
114 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
403 - 431 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
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