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Kia Sportage vs Volvo EX40 comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Volvo EX40?
Kia Sportage vs Volvo EX40: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Sportage
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Sportage is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,114 £.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 510 km more than the Kia Sportage.
EX40
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 Volvo EX40 offers visibly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is noticeably lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 488 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers markedly more boot space – 587 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries moderately more – 580 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Volvo EX40 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.
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Volvo EX40
Kia Sportage
Volvo EX40
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Kia Sportage
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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Volvo EX40
The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.
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Kia Sportage
Volvo EX40
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
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Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Electric Range
477 - 576 km
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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
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,863 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
430 - 480 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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