Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Sportage has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the SsangYong Torres costs 33800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3686 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sportage manages with 5 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.90 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.
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 somewhat edge – offering 239 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs barely noticeable better – reaching 203 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Torres pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 339 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 19 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
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In curb weight, SsangYong Torres is minimal lighter – 1498 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers a bit more room – 703 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs barely noticeable better – up to 1776 L, which is about 114 L more than the SsangYong Torres.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage hardly perceptible takes the win – 580 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.
The Kia Sportage proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sportage is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsSsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
33800 - 44600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.70 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
462 km
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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
0 - 207 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1498 - 1618 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
703 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4700 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1710 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1662 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
552 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, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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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
163 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
280 - 339 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Power kW
120 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
SsangYong
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The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.