Compare performance (288 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (30,200 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or SsangYong Rexton?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia Sportage is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,972 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.
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 visibly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Rexton delivers moderately more torque with 441 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 61 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is markedly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 593 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers clearly more boot space – 784 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.
When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries noticeably more – 770 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.
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.
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 SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
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Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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co2
214 - 216 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
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Length
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Length
4,850 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,825 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
655 - 770 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
202 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
184 km/h
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
441 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
148 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
SsangYong
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