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Nissan Juke vs Kia Sportage comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Juke or Kia Sportage?

Nissan Juke vs Kia Sportage: Key differences

Nissan Juke

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Juke

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.

Nissan Juke is markedly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,749 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Nissan Juke with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Sportage

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 Kia Sportage offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Nissan Juke takes 10.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers significantly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Juke

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Nissan Juke is clearly lighter – 1,274 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 278 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers visibly more boot space – 587 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries clearly more – 580 kg compared to 427 kg. That’s a difference of about 153 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage is decisively ahead 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.

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Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 66 km
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Nissan Juke

The Nissan Juke is a pocket-sized crossover that refuses to blend in, with quirky styling and a cheeky stance that turns heads at every traffic light. It’s ideal for shoppers who value personality and nimble urban driving over maximum practicality, delivering surprising pep and a well-equipped feel for everyday fun.

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Reviews Nissan Juke

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Ali Shan
8 Dec 2025, 11:29:27

For more space and Efficiency, I would prefer Juke 1.5 Specially Accenta.

Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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Reviews Kia Sportage

5 (3 Reviews)
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EM
24 Apr 2026, 11:56:00

Low fuel consumption, spacious, responsive acceleration, quiet

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Peter
3 Jan 2026, 23:20:52

I drove the Toyota RAV4 and the Kia Sportage on business — the Kia’s engine and automatic gearbox are much better. It doesn’t jerk or scream, and the shifts are smooth. Comfort in both cars is very similar.

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Lello
14 Nov 2025, 09:58:29

Perfect car in every way, good trim, excellent fuel economy and reliability, price competitive with brands that have been established for longer...

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 30,100 £
Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 136 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,274 - 1,405 kg
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
405 - 427 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 143 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 105 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Kia
Is the Nissan Juke offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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