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Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI
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Kia Sportage EX
Suv · Gasoline
Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI
Car A
Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI
The Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI balances family practicality and efficiency with straightforward performance at a price that suits growing families. It emphasizes reliability and safety over luxury or sportiness.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety5.7 L/100km
Kia Sportage EX
Car B
Kia Sportage EX
The Kia Sportage EX balances value, everyday efficiency, and family usability for city and suburban routines. It prioritizes reliability and safety while offering enough pace for confident daily driving.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety180 hp
Why compared more reliablecomparison picksame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 74 / 63
City 51 / 48
Budget / value 68 / 66
Road trip 53 / 45
Performance 26 / 27
Cargo 37 / 16
Practical 57 / 47
Premium 24 / 25
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI · Orange = Kia Sportage EX

Specs side-by-side

Spec Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI Kia Sportage EX
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI

  • Practical 5-seat cabin and 521-liter boot suit school runs and weekend trips.
  • Efficient for its class at 5.7 L/100 km, helping keep running costs in check.
  • Confident everyday pace from 150 hp/250 Nm and 8.6 s 0–100 km/h.
  • Good value in its segment at around 29,900.

Kia Sportage EX

  • Price point aligns with good value in its segment.
  • Reliability emphasis supports low-hassle ownership.
  • Safety focus suits family duty.
  • Responsive everyday pace (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s; 180 hp, 300 Nm).

Verdict

Pick Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI if…
Best fuel economy
Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI uses 5.7 L/100km vs 7.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Kia Sportage EX if…
Reliability edge
Kia Sportage EX scores higher on reliability — worth considering for long-term ownership.

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