Kia Sportage alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Kia Sportage, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Kia Sportage and are good next research steps.

from £29,100

Skoda Karoq

Price 29,100 - 41,700 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 115 - 190 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7 - 11.2 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model Karoq
Modell Karoq 1.0 TSI, Karoq 1.5 TSI, Karoq 2.0 TDI, Karoq 2.0 TSI
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, F
Trim Level Selection, Selection DSG, Sportline, Sportline DSG, Sportline 4x4 DSG, Selection 4x4 DSG, Balance, Balance DSG, Balance 4x4 DSG
Power kW 85 - 140 kW
co2 128 - 173 g/km
Engine capacity 999 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity 521 L
Width 1,841 mm
Brand Skoda
Payload 456 - 549 kg

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Skoda Karoq as a suitable alternative to Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage flaunts a bolder design, plush cabin and tech-heavy kit that feels like buying the future — perfect if you want comfort and a bit of showmanship on your commute. The Skoda Karoq plays the sensible sibling: conservative looks, clever packaging, enjoyable handling and better value, so pick it if you prefer function over flash (and a smugly tidy boot).

Skoda Karoq is a smartly packaged compact SUV that balances practical family-friendly space with composed handling, making daily drives feel easy and assured. Its straightforward design, roomy cabin with clever storage solutions, and sensible equipment make it a strong choice for buyers seeking value and versatility without fuss.

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noticeably more power
clearly more efficient
moderately more trunk space
only slightly cheaper
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly lighter

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from £40,200

Kia EV3

Price 40,200 - 43,900 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 265 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range 572 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.6 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 385 Nm
Model EV3
Modell (81,4 kWh)
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Earth AWD, GT-Line AWD
Power kW 195 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 1,995 kg
Trunk capacity 413 L
Width 1,850 mm
Brand Kia
Payload 485 kg

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Kia EV3 as a suitable alternative to Kia Sportage

The Kia EV3 and the Kia Sportage serve different needs: the EV3 is a small electric crossover built for efficiency and city life, while the Sportage is a mainstream compact SUV focused on space, comfort and a range of powertrain choices. This comparison cuts through their range, practicality, driving character and ownership costs to help you decide which fits your everyday life.

The Kia EV3 is a stylish, user-friendly electric crossover that focuses on practicality and a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It delivers a comfortable ride with intuitive technology and efficient everyday performance, making it a sensible choice for city and family use.

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markedly cheaper
very slightly more power
markedly lighter
markedly more trunk space
significantly more electric range
a bit quicker 0–100 km/h

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from £29,900

Renault Austral

Price 29,900 - 34,100 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail CVT
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 148 HP
Consumption L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.9 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Austral
Modell Austral Mild Hybrid 150
CO2 Efficiency Class E
Trim Level Evolution Automatik, Techno Automatik, Esprit Alpine Automatik
Power kW 109 kW
co2 145 g/km
Engine capacity 1,332 cm3
Curb weight 1,548 kg
Trunk capacity 555 L
Width 1,825 mm
Brand Renault
Payload 455 kg

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Renault Austral as a suitable alternative to Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is the sensible, value-packed family SUV — comfortable, practical and a reliable all-rounder — while the Renault Austral plays the style card with a sharper interior, clever hybrid tech and more upmarket flair. Pick the Sportage for straightforward practicality and a friendlier price tag; choose the Austral if you want a posher cabin, sharper tech and don’t mind paying extra for looks and efficiency.

The Renault Austral is a stylish, well-built crossover that blends a comfortable ride with a spacious, modern cabin. It combines everyday-friendly refinement and contemporary technology with a focus on safety and practicality, making it a sensible choice for drivers who want an all-round family car.

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only slightly cheaper
considerably more power
significantly more efficient
noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
very slightly more trunk space
very slightly lighter

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from £26,400

VW T-Roc

Price 26,400 - 38,600 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 115 - 150 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6.3 L/100km
Seats 4 - 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.9 - 12.3 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model T-Roc
Modell T-Roc Cabriolet 1.0 TSI OPF, T-Roc Cabriolet 1.5 TSI OPF ACT, T-Roc 1.5 eTSI
CO2 Efficiency Class E, D
Trim Level Style, ENERGY, Style DSG, ENERGY DSG, R-Line, R-Line DSG, Trend DSG, Life DSG
Power kW 85 - 110 kW
co2 126 - 143 g/km
Engine capacity 999 - 1,498 cm3
Curb weight 1,465 - 1,539 kg
Trunk capacity 284 - 475 L
Width 1,811 - 1,828 mm
Brand VW
Payload 368 - 515 kg
Variant Cabriolet

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VW T-Roc as a suitable alternative to Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage piles on space, comfort and kit — plus that mighty warranty — making family life a breeze, while the VW T-Roc counters with tidier dimensions, sharper steering and a dash of VW polish for city duty. If you want maximum value and long-haul calm, go Sportage; if you crave a nimble feel and easier parking with a bit of badge appeal, pick the T-Roc.

The Volkswagen T‑Roc is a stylish, well-proportioned crossover that blends hatchback agility with SUV presence. It delivers a comfortable cabin, user-friendly tech and a composed ride, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want practicality with a bit of character.

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substantially more power
significantly more efficient
a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
a bit more trunk space
slightly cheaper
very slightly lighter

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from £35,800

CUPRA Formentor

Price 35,800 - 62,500 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 390 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Electric Range 117 - 126 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.2 - 9 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,026
Torque 250 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 5
Model Formentor
Modell Formentor VZ 2.0 TSI, Formentor 1.5 TSI, Formentor 1.5 eTSI, Formentor 2.0 TSI, Formentor 2.0 TDI, Formentor 1.5 e-HYBRID, Formentor VZ 1.5 e-HYBRID, Formentor VZ5 2.5 TSI
CO2 Efficiency Class G, E, D, F, B
Trim Level DSG, Extreme DSG, 4Drive DSG, Black Edition DSG, Black Edition 4Drive DSG, Tribe Edition, Tribe Edition DSG, Tribe Edition 4Drive DSG, VZ Tribe Edition DSG, VZ Tribe Edition 4Drive DSG
Power kW 110 - 287 kW
co2 32 - 229 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Curb weight 1,434 - 1,742 kg
Trunk capacity 345 - 450 L
Width 1,839 - 1,852 mm
Brand CUPRA
Payload 439 - 526 kg

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CUPRA Formentor as a suitable alternative to Kia Sportage

Cupra Formentor vs Kia Sportage — two compact crossovers that take very different approaches: the Formentor leans toward sporty performance and sharp handling, while the Sportage focuses on comfort, space and everyday practicality. I’ll compare performance, interior quality, tech, running costs and real-world usability to help you choose the better fit.

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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clearly cheaper
clearly more trunk space
noticeably more power
considerably more efficient
substantially more electric range
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
barely lighter

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from £39,400

Kia EV5

Price 39,400 - 51,400 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 218 - 306 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 16.9 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range 476 - 530 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.2 - 8.4 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 295 - 480 Nm
Model EV5
Modell (81,4 kWh), GT
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Air, Earth, GT-Line, Earth AWD, GT-Line AWD, AWD
Power kW 160 - 225 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,069 - 2,205 kg
Width 1,875 mm
Brand Kia
Payload 465 - 511 kg
Variant GT

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Kia EV5 as a suitable alternative to Kia Sportage

Choosing between the Kia Sportage and the Kia EV5 comes down to whether you want a versatile, familiar compact SUV with petrol/hybrid options or a new all-electric crossover focused on efficiency and advanced tech. I’ll highlight the real-world differences in driving feel, running costs, interior space and everyday practicality so you can decide which suits your life.

Kia's EV5 is an exciting entry into the electric SUV market, showcasing the brand's commitment to sustainable mobility. With its modern design and advanced technology features, the EV5 promises to deliver a smooth and environmentally friendly driving experience. The interior offers a spacious and comfortable ride, making it an appealing choice for families and eco-conscious drivers alike.

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visibly cheaper
visibly lighter
barely more power
considerably more electric range
noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h

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Direct comparisons

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