Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Kia Sportage or Toyota Yaris Cross?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Yaris Cross has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23700 £, while the Kia Sportage costs 30200 £. That’s a price difference of around 6471 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris Cross manages with 4.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
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 has a convincingly edge – offering 239 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.70 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs slightly better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris Cross tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is noticeable lighter – 1180 kg compared to 1552 kg. The difference is around 372 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers evident more room – 587 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs evident better – up to 1776 L, which is about 679 L more than the Toyota Yaris Cross.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage to a small extent takes the win – 580 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Overall, the Kia Sportage shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Toyota Yaris Cross takes the jaunty personality of the Yaris and gives it a taller stance and a bit more practicality, so you get city-friendly agility with added SUV presence. It’s easy to live with, economical on the daily grind, and smartly packaged — a sensible pick for buyers who want fuss-free transport with a touch of character.
details|
|
|
|
|
|
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
30200 - 43900 £
|
Price
23700 - 34300 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
|
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
-
|
Electric Range
-
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
132 - 180 g/km
|
co2
101 - 108 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
|
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
SUV
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
5
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
|
Curb weight
1180 - 1290 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
|
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
|
|
Length
4540 mm
|
Length
4180 mm
|
|
Width
1865 mm
|
Width
1765 mm
|
|
Height
1645 mm
|
Height
1595 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
|
Max trunk capacity
1097 L
|
|
Payload
543 - 580 kg
|
Payload
485 - 510 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
|
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
|
|
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
CVT
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
|
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
|
|
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
|
Max Speed
170 km/h
|
|
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
|
Torque
-
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
Number of Cylinders
3
|
|
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
|
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
|
Engine capacity
1490 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2025
|
Model Year
2024 - 2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
|
|
Brand
Kia
|
Brand
Toyota
|
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.