Kia Sportage vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared

Q: How much power does the Kia Sportage deliver on the road?

Up to 239 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the Kia Sportage according to the manufacturer?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 5 L.

Q: What maximum speed does the Kia Sportage reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 203 km/h.

Q: How much luggage fits in the Kia Sportage?

Depending on configuration, up to 587 L fit inside.

Q: How big is the Kia Sportage overall?

Length 4540 mm, width 1865 mm, height 1645 mm – those are the dimensions of the Kia Sportage.

Q: Is the VW Caddy offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How much power does the VW Caddy deliver on the road?

The VW Caddy reaches a peak output of 150 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What is the fuel consumption of the VW Caddy according to the manufacturer?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 0.50 L.

Q: How far can the VW Caddy go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the VW Caddy can travel up to 121 km on a single charge.

Compare performance (239 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 27800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or VW Caddy?

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Kia Sportage

5 (1 Reviews)

VW Caddy

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

VW Caddy has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27800 £, while the Kia Sportage costs 30200 £. That’s a price difference of around 2403 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.

Caddy

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 Kia Sportage has a distinct edge – offering 239 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.40 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs barely noticeable better – reaching 203 km/h, while the VW Caddy tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 320 Nm.

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Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW Caddy offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Kia Sportage is minimal lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 23 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy performs decisively better – up to 3700 L, which is about 1924 L more than the Kia Sportage.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy somewhat takes the win – 710 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Caddy proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Caddy is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £27,800

VW Caddy

Price : 27800 - 45900 £
Body Type : High Roof Estate
Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
Electric Range : 116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity : 19.70 kWh
Seats : 5 - 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 11.4 - 14 s
Model Year : 2024
Max Speed : 173 - 186 km/h
Torque : 220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Caddy
Modell : Caddy 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy Maxi 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy Maxi 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy California 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy California 2.0 TDI SCR, Caddy California Maxi 1.5 TSI OPF, Caddy 1.5 TSI eHybrid OPF, Caddy Maxi 1.5 TSI eHybrid OPF, Caddy California Maxi 2.0 TDI SCR
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, F, B
Trim Level : Dark Label, Dark Label DSG, DSG, EDITION, EDITION DSG, Flexible, Flexible DSG, GOAL, GOAL DSG, Life, Life DSG, PAN AMERICANA, PAN AMERICANA DSG, Style, Style DSG, Flexible 4MOTION, 4MOTION, Life 4MOTION, EDITION 4MOTION, Dark Label 4MOTION, GOAL 4MOTION, Style 4MOTION, PAN AMERICANA 4MOTION
Power kW : 75 - 110 kW
co2 : 10 - 165 g/km
Engine capacity : 1498 - 1968 cm3
Curb weight : 1575 - 1998 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 50 L
Length : 4500 - 4853 mm
Width : 1855 mm
Height : 1819 - 1860 mm
Brand : VW
Max trunk capacity : 2556 - 3700 L
Payload : 501 - 710 kg

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Kia Sportage

5 (1 Reviews)

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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 30200 - 43900 £	Price 27800 - 45900 £
Consumption L/100km 5 - 7.9 L	Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range 116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh
co2 132 - 180 g/km	co2 10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 52 - 54 L	Fuel tank capacity 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type High Roof Estate
Seats 5	Seats 5 - 7
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1552 - 1733 kg	Curb weight 1575 - 1998 kg
Trunk capacity 526 - 587 L	Trunk capacity -
Length 4540 mm	Length 4500 - 4853 mm
Width 1865 mm	Width 1855 mm
Height 1645 mm	Height 1819 - 1860 mm
Max trunk capacity 1715 - 1776 L	Max trunk capacity 2556 - 3700 L
Payload 543 - 580 kg	Payload 501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV	Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 239 HP	Power HP 102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.9 - 11.6 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed 180 - 203 km/h	Max Speed 173 - 186 km/h
Torque 250 - 320 Nm	Torque 220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 100 - 176 kW	Power kW 75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity 1598 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 1968 cm3