Kia Sportage vs Mercedes-Benz GLC Comparison

    Kia Sportage

    Mercedes-Benz GLC

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    2024 Kia
    Sportage
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    2024 Mercedes-Benz
    GLC
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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    8.2
    8.2
    0.0
    Based on the Kia Sportage SX HEV (FWD)
    Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC MHEV
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    LuxuryLuxury
    Fuel Efficiency
    54L
    265 to 437 km
    62L - 66L
    453 to 805 km
    Warranty
    7 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $32,995 - $55,420
    $120,477 - $198,415
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    CarExpert's Take

    James Wong
    Marketplace Editor
    James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Turbo'd performance, hybrid efficiency
    • Spacious, tech-heavy cabin
    • Australian-tuned ride and handling
    Misses
    • Can't match RAV4 for real-world economy
    • Price premium over diesel, pricey servicing
    • Limited to 300 units per month... for now
    Scott Collie
    Contributor
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Seriously flashy interior technology
    • Smooth, quiet driving characteristics
    • Big boot, wide-opening tailgate
    Misses
    • Some cheap bits inside
    • Where's the diesel option?
    • There are still options packages

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • Premium Paint (+$520)
    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$2,400)

    Colours Available

    Clear White is the standard paint finish, with the following optional:

    • Steel Grey
    • Gravity Grey
    • Fusion Black
    • Vesta Blue
    • Dawning Red
    • Snow White Pearl (SX+ and GT-Line only)
    • Jungle Wood Green (SX+ and GT-Line only)

    Premium paint costs an extra $520.

    All models have a black interior.

    Specs

    Type
    TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJTWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    1598 - 19991991 - 3982
    Size (L)
    1.6L, 2.0L3.0L, 2.0L, 4.0L
    Induction
    INLINE 4, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 4TWIN TURBO V6, TURBO 4, TWIN TURBO V8
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1616 - 32
    Power
    115kW - 137kW287kW - 500kW
    Power RPM
    4000 - 62005500 - 6750
    Torque
    192Nm - 416Nm500Nm - 1020Nm
    Torque RPM
    1500 - 45001750 - 2500
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    10.5 - 1610 - 10.5

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