Kia Sportage
0/5 (0)
$38,490
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs
Volkswagen T-Roc CityLife
0/5 (0)
$38,990
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

Sportage S
Overview
T-Roc CityLife
2021
Year
2017 - Present
1999
Engine
1395
115
Power
—
Petrol
Fuel
Petrol
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

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Sportage S
Specification
T-Roc CityLife
1999
Engine Capacity
1395
Nu MPi
Engine Code
—
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Naturally Aspirated
Aspiration
Turbocharged
115
Power
—
192
Torque
—
FWD
Drive Type
FWD
—
Fuel Economy City
7.9
—
Fuel Economy Highway
5.4
8.1
Fuel Economy Combined
6.3
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 6
235 / 65R17
Tyre Size
215 / 55 R17
17"
Wheel Size
17
5
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Disc
Rear Brakes
Discs
MacPherson strut
Front Suspension
Independent MacPherson strut with anti-roll bar
Multi-link
Rear Suspension
Semi-independent torsion beam with coil springs and anti-roll bar
Electric power steering
Steering Type
Electromechanical power-assisted rack and pinion
7
Number of Airbags
6
1650
Towing Capacity
1500
11.0
Turning Circle
11.1

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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Sportage S
Dimension
T-Roc CityLife
54
Fuel Tank Capacity
50
4685
Length
4251
1865
Width
1819
1665
Height
1599
2755
Wheelbase
2603
181
Ground Clearance
155
1577
Kerb Weight
1348
543
Boot Space
445

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

Sportage S
Feature
T-Roc CityLife
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

Sportage S
Feature
T-Roc CityLife
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

Sportage S
Feature
T-Roc CityLife
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

Sportage S
Feature
T-Roc CityLife
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

Kia Sportage S

Pros

  • +Good entry price
  • +Practical 543L boot
  • +Strong safety rating
  • +Comfortable family cabin
  • +Simple petrol drivetrain

Cons

  • −Basic equipment level
  • −Modest engine performance
  • −Higher fuel use than hybrid
  • −No AWD option
  • −Smaller wheels look basic

Volkswagen T-Roc CityLife

Pros

  • +Strong value for a European small SUV
  • +Efficient 1.4-litre turbo engine
  • +Large 445-litre boot
  • +Comprehensive driver-assistance technology
  • +Compact dimensions suit city driving

Cons

  • −Front-wheel drive only
  • −Requires premium unleaded petrol
  • −Less powerful than R-Line
  • −No high-performance chassis hardware
  • −Some cabin materials feel basic

Which one should you buy?

Best for Value: Kia Sportage S

Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.

Best for Practicality / Space: Kia Sportage S

Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.

Our Recommendation

Choose Kia Sportage S if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Choose Volkswagen T-Roc CityLife if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Bottom Line: Kia Sportage S leads on value and Kia Sportage S leads on practicality.

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