Suzuki Ertiga vs KIA Sportage
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Suzuki Ertiga
1.5 GL AT
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 363,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW
🔧 138 Nm
⛽ 16.1 km/l
VS
KIA Sportage
2WD 1.6T-GDI GT-Line S DCT
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 823,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 132 kW
🔧 265 Nm
⛽ 13.9 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Suzuki Ertiga vs KIA Sportage: the short answer
Sportage holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Ertiga.
Ertiga starts ZAR 358,095 cheaper
Ertiga from ZAR 304,900 · Sportage from ZAR 662,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Ertiga77 kW | Sportage132 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Ertiga138 Nm | Sportage265 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Ertiga1462 cc | Sportage1591 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Ertiga16.1 km/l | Sportage13.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Ertiga0 mm | Sportage181 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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KIA Sportage
2WD 1.6T-GDI GT-Line S DCT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Ertiga
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Sportage
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Ertiga
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Sportage
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Generation | Current market generation | Fifth generation (NQ5); global launch 2021, SA 2022 |
| Facelift History | Current market specification | Fifth generation (NQ5) launched SA 2022; no facelift yet |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2026 | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | MPV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | MPV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | MPV | SUV |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2WD 1.6T-GDI GT-Line S DCT |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Color Note | - | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Blue, Steel Grey, Intense Red, Glacial White Pearl, Interstellar Grey |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1570 kg |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4395 mm | 4515 mm |
| Width | 1735 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 0 mm | 181 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 150 mm | 181 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 54 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 209 l | 466 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1180 kg | 1570 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1760 kg | 2080 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 580 kg | 500 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 3 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.2 m | 10.8 m |
| Front Headroom | 1000 mm | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 950 mm | 955 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1050 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 900 mm | 855 mm |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.6-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | K15B/K15C | G4FJ |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1462 cc | 1591 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multi-point fuel injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Bore | 73.0 mm | 77 mm |
| Stroke | 85.0 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Maximum Power | 77 kW | 132 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 138 Nm | 265 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 198 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 sec | 8.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 16.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | 6500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 65.3 kW/tonne | 84.1 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 116.9 Nm/tonne | 168.8 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 4-speed automatic | 7-Speed DCT |
| Drivetrain Layout | 2WD | FWD |
| LSD Available | No | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | No |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.3 | 3.63 |
| Number of Gears | 4 | 7 |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter / CVT | Dry Dual Clutch |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Floor-mounted selector | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Yes |
| Front Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 4-speed automatic | 7-Speed DCT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Front driven axle | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | 7 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.2:1 |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.1 km/l | 13.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 16.0 km/l | 11.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 19.0 km/l | 16.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 54 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 equivalent | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.1 km/l | 13.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 45 | 54 |
| Combined Driving Range | 700 | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | 650 km | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | 600 km | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 7 |
| ABS | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | No | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Yes |
| AEB | No | Yes |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbags | No | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | No | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 7 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 7 |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Cruise control | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Park Assist | No | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | No | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | No | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Fabric upholstery | Leather |
| Heated Seats | No | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual adjustment | 8-Way Power |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual adjustment | 4-Way Power |
| Seat Trim | Fabric upholstery | Leather |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1350 mm |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 8-Way Power |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 4-Way Power |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 12.3+12.3-inch panoramic curved display, 64-colour ambient lighting, Meridian audio (GT-Line), ventilated/heated front seats (GT-Line), head-up display, panoramic sunroof (GT-Line+), 6 airbags standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1455 |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Seat Fold Type | - | Yes |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | Yes |
| Sunroof | No | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Applicable | Yes |
| AC Type | Manual air conditioning | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | Yes |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 7.2 |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.33 |
| Roof Load | - | 75 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1455 l |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | Space-saver spare wheel | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Driver Display | - | Digital Cluster |
| Heads Up Display | - | Yes |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Manual air conditioning | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Seat Type | - | Leather Seats |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Yes |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | Yes |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Remote |
| Boot Opener | - | Remote |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Yes |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Aero Kit | - | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | - | No |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Yes |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 8.5 sec |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Gasoline Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Sound System | 4 | 10 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric |
| Rim Size | 16 | 235/45 R19 |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Sub Frame | - | Unibody |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | - | sportage |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | No |
| Front Wipers Type | - | No |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Centre Console | - | Centre Armrest |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1455 l |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Touchscreen infotainment system | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Android Auto | Android Auto | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 10 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Analogue instrument cluster with multi-information display | Yes |
| USB Ports | USB-A / USB-C | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 7 | 12.3 |
| Touchscreen | 7 | 12.3 |
| Infotainment Display | - | 12.3 |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 7 | 12.3 |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| Head Up Display | - | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital |
| Display Audio | - | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | 10 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Android Auto | Yes |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | No | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple Suzuki factory exterior colours | Multiple |
| Headlights | No | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 880 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 760 mm |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | - | No |
| Led Headlights | No | Yes |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Body Cladding | - | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 7 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | No | Yes |
| Headlight Type | No | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Colour |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Applicable | 21 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Applicable | 24 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Applicable | 17 deg |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 17 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | No | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 181 mm |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 181 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 21 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 24 deg |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 235/45 R19 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Space-saver spare wheel | Temporary Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 16 | 235/45 R19 |
| Handbrake Type | Manual parking brake | Electronic |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 325 mm |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 280 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 16 | 235/45 R19 |
| Wheel Type | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 105 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Spare Tyre | Space-saver spare wheel | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Wheels | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary Spare |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 235/45 R19 |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-Link |
| Front Track Width | - | 1601 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1608 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Unibody |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion beam | Multi-Link |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Unibody |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 145 g/km | 167 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 95 Octane |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | CVVT |
| Particulate Filter | - | No |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Yes |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 175 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 5 |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Noise Level | - | 68 dB |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 167 |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 Years / 90000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 4.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 Years / 90000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 Years / 90000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R3,800 per service |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 |
| Battery Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Suzuki ownership programme | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 250000 ZAR | 823995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Hagalu Research Team price estimate | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 250000 | 823995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 250000 | 823995 |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 Years / 200000 km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 200000 km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 200000 km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 200000 km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Spec | Ertiga | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 9.3 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 12.1 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 15.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 17.5 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Ertiga and Sportage comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Ertiga 34 vs Sportage 57.
Efficiency index: Ertiga 62 vs Sportage 54.
Safety-equipment index: Ertiga 67 vs Sportage 100.
Practicality index: Ertiga 49 vs Sportage 63.
Ownership-cover index: Ertiga not separately scored vs Sportage 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Sportage leads by 17 points
Sportage holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Ertiga.
Evidence leader
69
/100
Lead
17
points
Data
99%
source coverage
69
#1
Evidence leader
Sportage
99% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 100
Check
Efficiency 54
Performance
57
Efficiency
54
Safety
100
Practicality
63
Ownership
71
Leads by 17 points
52
#2
Ertiga
74% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Safety 67
Check
Performance 34
Performance
34
Efficiency
62
Safety
67
Practicality
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Sportage +23
Efficiency
Ertiga +8
Safety
Sportage +33
Practicality
Sportage +14
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Sportage
Performance
57/100
Efficiency
54/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
71/100
Ertiga
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
62/100
Safety
67/100
Practicality
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
KIA Sportage
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 52 pts for Ertiga
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Sportage leads. However, Ertiga may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Ertiga vs Sportage questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.