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Kia Sportage vs VW ID.4 – Performance, range & efficiency compared
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Sportage or VW ID.4 fits your lifestyle better.
Sportage
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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.
Kia Sportage has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £, while the VW ID.4 costs 34600 £. That’s a price difference of around 4410 £.
ID.4
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Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.4 has a evident edge – offering 340 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sportage performs slightly better – reaching 203 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.4 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 359 Nm difference.
Sportage
@ Kia Corporation
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 curb weight, Kia Sportage is evident lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1975 kg. The difference is around 423 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers minimal more room – 587 L compared to 543 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs slightly better – up to 1776 L, which is about 201 L more than the VW ID.4.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage slight takes the win – 580 kg compared to 551 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW ID.4 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £34,600
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VW ID.4
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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VW ID.4
The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
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Kia Sportage
VW ID.4
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
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Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
511 - 551 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
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 - 239 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?
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.