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Kia Sportage vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (239 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or VW Tiguan?
Sportage
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Sportage has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3138 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.
Tiguan
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Tiguan has a somewhat edge – offering 272 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs a bit better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 39 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls a bit stronger with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.
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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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia Sportage is slight lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 47 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers minimal more room – 652 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs minimal better – up to 1776 L, which is about 126 L more than the VW Tiguan.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage barely noticeable takes the win – 580 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Tiguan sits well ahead of its rival 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.
Kia Sportage
VW Tiguan
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VW Tiguan
Kia Sportage
4.9 (2 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 Tiguan
4 (6 Reviews)
The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
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Kia Sportage
VW Tiguan
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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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
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
543 - 580 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 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
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 239 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 176 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
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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 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.