Compare the BMW X1 vs Kia Sportage
AI generated from our expert reviews
If outright carrying capacity is key, the Kia Sportage provides more room with the back seats folded than the BMW X1. Loading is simpler in the Kia too, thanks to boot handles that release and fold the rear seats, whereas the X1 has no way to fold them from the rear. At cruising speeds, the Sportage keeps wind and road noise well at bay, while the BMW can suffer from some wind noise and tyre roar on larger wheels. Head onto a twisty road, however, and all X1 models prove good fun, whereas the Sportage is not very capable. Even so, neither model provides much feedback through the steering wheel. When travelling with passengers, both cars feature reclining rear seats to help people relax on longer journeys.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
Key information
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Petrol | Available fuel types Petrol |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 500 litres (4 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 591 litres (4 suitcases) Best |
| Boot space, seats down 1,545 litres | Boot space, seats down 1,780 litres Best |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,505 mm x 1,845 mm x 1,642 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,540 mm x 1,865 mm x 1,645 mm |
| Towing capacity 1,800 kg Best | Towing capacity 1,650 kg |
| First year tax rate £455 Best | First year tax rate £1,410 |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name sDrive 20i MHT Step Auto | Engine name 1.6T GDi |
| Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 170 BHP | Engine size 1.6 L Petrol • 147 BHP |
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Petrol | Fuel type Petrol |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Manual |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
| Forward gears 7 | Forward gears 6 |
| Acceleration 8.3 s (0-60 mph) Best | Acceleration 9.7 s (0-60 mph) |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 500 litres | Boot (seats up) 591 litres Best |
| Boot (seats down) 1,545 litres | Boot (seats down) 1,780 litres Best |
| Length 4,505 mm | Length 4,540 mm |
| Width 1,845 mm | Width 1,865 mm |
| Height 1,642 mm | Height 1,645 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.69 m | Wheelbase 2.68 m |
| Turning circle 11.7 m | Turning circle 11.0 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.