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Diesel Utility
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
Kia Sportage SX Diesel
Pros
- +NQ5 SX diesel is listed at 137 kW / 416 Nm in CarExpert's 2024 AU Sportage matrix
- +All-wheel drive with eight-speed automatic per that matrix
- +Five-star ANCAP rating based on Euro NCAP July 2022 testing is cited for the NQ5 Sportage
- +Standard Drive Wise suite includes AEB, lane keep, blind-spot and rear cross-traffic assist
- +542 L boot and 4660 mm length are published for the Australian fifth-generation body
Cons
- −Diesel is AWD-only; buyers wanting FWD diesel have no NQ5 path
- −Petrol 2.0-litre torque is modest versus the 1.6T and diesel alternatives
- −Hybrid grades exist in the wider NQ5 family but are outside this target slice
- −Kerb weight bands by powertrain and options, so kerbWeight is blank
- −Diesel feature catalog omits Reverse Camera / Alloy Wheels even though the car has them
Mazda CX-30 G25 Astina
Pros
- +Top-grade luxury features
- +Strong 2.5L engine
- +Premium interior finish
- +Advanced safety technology
- +Comfortable daily drive
Cons
- −Highest purchase price
- −Small boot for class
- −Rear space is limited
- −Fuel use above G20
- −No hybrid option
Which one should you buy?
Best for Value: Kia Sportage SX Diesel
Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.
Best for Practicality / Space: Kia Sportage SX Diesel
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Our Recommendation
Choose Kia Sportage SX Diesel if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.
Choose Mazda CX-30 G25 Astina if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.
Bottom Line: Kia Sportage SX Diesel leads on value and Kia Sportage SX Diesel leads on practicality.
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