Comparison:Nissan Qashqai 2024 (new) Vs. KIA Sportage 2025 (new)

Dimensions

When it comes to dimensions, the Kia Sportage is slightly larger in all aspects. With a length of 4515mm, it is 90mm longer than the Nissan Qashqai, which measures 4425mm. The Sportage also boasts a longer wheelbase at 2680mm, besting the Qashqai's 2665mm. In terms of width, the Sportage edges the Qashqai with 1865mm to 1835mm, as well as in width including mirrors (2085mm vs. 2084mm). As for height, the Sportage is taller with 1650mm in comparison to the Qashqai's 1625mm. Ground clearance shows a clear advantage for the Kia Sportage with 170mm, and a tighter turning circle of 10.9m against the Qashqai's 11.1m. Overall, the Kia Sportage's dimensions give it an edge in terms of interior space and road presence.

Boot/interior

Moving on to boot and interior space, the Kia Sportage again comes out ahead, with a minimum boot space of 526 liters (1.6 CRDI EcoDynamics+ Edition 7 2WD) and a maximum of 591 liters (1.6 GDI Edition 7 2WD). Nissan Qashqai, on the other hand, provides a minimum of 479 liters (1.3 DIG-T MHEV N-Connecta 4x4 Xtronic) and a maximum of 504 liters (1.3 DIG-T MHEV Premiere Edition). With rear seats folded, the Sportage offers an impressive 1715 liters of space, compared to Qashqai's 1447 liters. Both vehicles are built to accommodate 5 passengers, with the same amount of doors and Isofix options.

Engines/drivetrain

As for engines and drivetrain, the Kia Sportage comes with a 4-cylinder engine, while the Nissan Qashqai offers either a 3 or 4-cylinder engine. When it comes to gears, Sportage boasts 6 to 7, while Qashqai has 1 to 6. The Sportage offers a maximum speed of 201 km/h together with its 195 kW power output (1.6 T-GDI EcoDynamics+ Vision AWD DCT) and 350 Nm torque (1.6 T-GDI Plug-In Hybrid AWD). The Nissan Qashqai, however, claims a slight edge in top speed with 206 km/h (1.3 DIG-T MHEV Acenta) but lower power (140 kW) and torque (330 Nm). In terms of acceleration from 0-100 km/h, the Qashqai is a bit quicker with a range of 7.9 to 10.2 seconds, while the Sportage lags behind with 8.0 to 11.6 seconds.

Consumption/ecology

When considering consumption and ecology, the Nissan Qashqai offers a marginally larger fuel tank at 55 liters, compared to the Sportage's range of 42 to 54 liters. CO2 emissions for the Sportage range from 26.0 g/km (1.6 T-GDI Plug-In Hybrid AWD) to 162.0 g/km (1.6 T-GDI EcoDynamics+ Vision AWD DCT), and for the Qashqai, they vary between 120.0 g/km and 155.0 g/km. The Qashqai also has a slightly lower noise level, ranging from 66 to 67 dB, compared to the Sportage's 67 to 68 dB. In terms of fuel consumption, the Qashqai takes the lead with a combined consumption of 5.5 to 5.8 liters (NEDC).

Weight/towing

Looking at weight and towing, the Kia Sportage has an empty weight ranging from 1526kg to 1905kg, as opposed to the Nissan Qashqai's 1405kg to 1699kg. The Sportage is also able to carry a higher permissible total weight, ranging from 2085kg to 2415kg, while the Qashqai can manage 1935kg to 2180kg. When it comes to towing, the Sportage can handle heavier loads with a braked trailer weight of 1350kg to 1950kg, in comparison to Qashqai's 750kg to 1800kg. On the other hand, both vehicles have a max towbar load of 100kg, but the Sportage has an advantage in max roof load capacity, with 100kg against Qashqai's 75kg.

Offroad

In offroad capabilities, the Kia Sportage scores higher numbers with a ramp angle range of 15.8° to 16.7°, a departure angle of 26.4°, and an approach angle of 17°. These figures indicate slightly better offroad performance for the Sportage.

EV

Regarding electric vehicle capacities, the Kia Sportage offers a longer WLTP range of 70km, more battery capacity with 1.5kWh to 13.8kWh, and higher battery weight in the range of 38kg to 140kg. The Nissan Qashqai, on the other hand, has a 2.1kWh battery capacity.