Compare performance (288 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (30,200 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Volvo V90?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Sportage is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,143 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo V90 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 22 km more than the Kia Sportage.
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 V90 offers visibly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers considerably more torque with 709 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 329 Nm more.
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, Kia Sportage is visibly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 523 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers somewhat more boot space – 587 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries a bit more – 580 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
The Volvo V90 is clearly superior overall 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 Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
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Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 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
88 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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co2
18 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
2,075 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
488 L
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Length
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Length
4,945 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,879 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,472 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
515 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
Plugin Hybrid
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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
398 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
659 - 709 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
293 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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