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Kia Sportage vs VW ID.7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (239 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 46400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or VW ID.7?

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia Sportage has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the VW ID.7 costs 46400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16213 £.

ID.7

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.7 has a distinct 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.7 is decisively 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 somewhat better – reaching 203 km/h, while the VW ID.7 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.7 pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 359 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Kia Sportage is decisively lighter – 1552 kg compared to 2180 kg. The difference is around 628 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sportage offers slight more room – 587 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs slightly better – up to 1776 L, which is about 190 L more than the VW ID.7.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage slightly takes the win – 580 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID.7 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £46,400
ID.7

VW ID.7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.6 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 594 - 708 km
Kia Sportage
VW ID.7

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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Kia Sportage
VW ID.7

Costs and Consumption

Price
30200 - 43900 £
Price
46400 - 54200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
132 - 180 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
Curb weight
2180 - 2325 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4540 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1535 - 1536 mm
Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
Max trunk capacity
1586 L
Payload
543 - 580 kg
Payload
460 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 239 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 320 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 176 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Sportage is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.