Kia Sportage SUV – Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Petrol or Plugin Hybrid, starting at 29700 £

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

Up to 252 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 1.20 L.

Q: What is the Kia Sportage’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 64 km.

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 4515 mm, width 1865 mm, height 1650 mm – those are the dimensions of the Kia Sportage.

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The Kia Sportage SUV impresses with a Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Petrol or Plugin Hybrid engine, 252 HP 64 km and an attractive starting price of 29700 £. Here are all the details at a glance.

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from about £29,700

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Kia Sportage

Price : 29700 - 44700 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail : Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 136 - 252 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 7.9 L
Electric Range : 64 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 7.9 - 11.6 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 180 - 203 km/h
Torque : 250 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Sportage
Modell : Sportage 1.6 CRDI EcoDynamics+, Sportage 1.6 T-GDI EcoDynamics+, Sportage 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid, Sportage 1.6 T-GDI, Sportage 1.6 T-GDI Plug-In Hybrid
CO2 Efficiency Class : D, E, F, B, G
Trim Level : Vision 2WD, Vision 2WD DCT, Vision AWD DCT, Vision 2WD Automatik, Spirit 2WD, GT-Line AWD DCT, Spirit 2WD DCT, Spirit AWD DCT, GT-Line 2WD DCT, Nightline Edition 2WD DCT, Nightline Edition AWD DCT, GT-Line 2WD Automatik, GT-Line AWD Automatik, Nightline Edition AWD Automatik, Spirit 2WD Automatik, Spirit AWD Automatik, Vision AWD Automatik, Plug&Ride AWD Automatik, Ultimate Edition 2WD, Ultimate Edition 2WD DCT, Core 2WD Automatik
Power kW : 100 - 185 kW
co2 : 28 - 180 g/km
Engine capacity : 1598 cm3
Curb weight : 1526 - 1905 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 42 - 54 L
Trunk capacity : 526 - 587 L
Length : 4515 - 4540 mm
Width : 1865 mm
Height : 1645 - 1650 mm
Brand : Kia
Max trunk capacity : 1715 - 1776 L
Payload : 510 - 580 kg

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Street Cred and Road Presence

The Sportage wears Kia's newest design language with confidence: a wide face, sharp lighting signatures and a tall, muscular profile that reads bigger than its 4.5-metre footprint. At about 4,515–4,540 mm long and 1,865 mm wide it looks like it belongs in a higher price bracket, which helps on kerb appeal and resale. The styling balances sporty cues with SUV practicality, so it stands out at a supermarket car park without looking over-amped. Overall, the Sportage projects modernity without drifting into gimmicks.

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Cabin Feel and Everyday Controls

Inside the Sportage the cabin aims for calm: soft-touch surfaces up front, neatly integrated screens and a driver-focused layout that keeps most controls within reach. Some lower trim areas still use harder plastics, but fit and finish are generally tidy and the seats are supportive for long drives. Technology feels current enough for buyers who want familiarity rather than cutting-edge complexity, and the switchgear is sensible for daily use. Overall the interior manages a good balance between comfort and durability.

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Space That Actually Works

This is a five-seater that delivers genuine usability: rear legroom is competitive for the class and the boot holds between about 526 and 587 litres depending on the version, expanding to well over a cubic metre with seats folded flat and a max load of around 1,700–1,770 litres in the most generous configurations. The load sill is sensible and the floor relatively flat, which makes loading buggies or suitcases straightforward. Small-item storage is abundant, which matters more in daily life than headline numbers. Families and frequent travellers will appreciate the practical layout more than a flashy two-door style statement.

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How It Drives — Comfort First, With Bite

The Sportage favours comfort over razor-sharp handling, with a compliant ride that soaks up potholes and long motorway miles but allows a composed cornering limit if pushed. Steering is light and intuitive in town but lacks the tactile feedback of sportier rivals, while all-wheel-drive and heavier hybrid/PHEV variants add weight and mellow the dynamics slightly. Powertrain choice changes the character: 136 hp diesel models are relaxed and efficient, the 215 hp hybrid feels brisk and ready for overtakes, and the 252 hp plug‑in hybrid is the quickest off the line, cutting 0–100 km/h into the high sevens. In short, the Sportage rides like a sensible SUV that can still cover ground when needed.

Fuel Use, Electric Range and Real-World Running

The Sportage line-up spans economical diesels and mild-hybrid petrols through to full hybrids and a plug-in hybrid with an official electric range of about 64 km, so real-world consumption depends heavily on choice and driving style. Expect diesel MHEV figures around 5–5.9 l/100 km for long-distance use, petrol MHEV and full hybrids typically around 6–7 l/100 km in mixed driving, while the PHEV can show very low tank consumption on short commutes if recharged regularly (quoted combined figures can be as low as 1.2 l/100 km). For commuters the PHEV can cover most daily trips on electric power alone, while diesel remains the pick for frequent long runs.

Driver Aids and Connected Tech

Kia outfits the Sportage with a modern suite of driver assistance systems including adaptive cruise, lane-keep aids and parking assistance that make motorway driving and urban manoeuvres less taxing. Infotainment supports smartphone mirroring and usually includes voice control and over‑the‑air update capability, keeping the car usable as smartphone software evolves. The setup is designed to be straightforward rather than flashy, so learning the system takes minimal time. Safety and convenience tech are aimed squarely at everyday usability rather than headline-grabbing gimmicks.

Who Should Buy the Sportage?

The Sportage is aimed at buyers who want a practical, comfortable compact SUV with a wide choice of drivetrains to suit commuting, family life or longer trips. Choose the PHEV for low-emission daily commutes and strong mid-range punch, the full hybrid for mixed use, the diesel if most miles are on the motorway, and petrol/MHEV variants for lower purchase cost and familiar service intervals. It’s a sensible alternative to pricier European rivals: well-equipped, spacious and designed for real life rather than showrooms.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 29700 - 44700 £
Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 64 km
Battery Capacity -
co2 28 - 180 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 42 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV
Seats 5
Doors 5
Curb weight 1526 - 1905 kg
Trunk capacity 526 - 587 L
Length 4515 - 4540 mm
Width 1865 mm
Height 1645 - 1650 mm
Max trunk capacity 1715 - 1776 L
Payload 510 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.9 - 11.6 s
Max Speed 180 - 203 km/h
Torque 250 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 100 - 185 kW
Engine capacity 1598 cm3