Source type: Hagalu catalogue record
Nissan Qashqai 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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Nissan Qashqai
Discontinued model
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Nissan Qashqai
1.3 Tekna CVT
Petrol
CVT
Discontinued model
ZAR 545,000
last listed
Discontinued model
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⚡ 110 kW
🔧 270 Nm
⛽ 17 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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Decision summary
Nissan Qashqai vs KIA Sportage: the short answer
Qashqai and Sportage are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
Qashqai:
last listed from
ZAR 495,000
·
Sportage:
current from
ZAR 662,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Qashqai110 kW | Sportage132 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Qashqai270 Nm | Sportage265 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Qashqai1332 cc | Sportage1591 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Qashqai17 km/l | Sportage13.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Qashqai180 mm | Sportage181 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Qashqai
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Sportage
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Qashqai
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Sportage
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2007 | 2022 |
| Facelift History | Latest generation redesign improved styling and tech | Fifth generation (NQ5) launched SA 2022; no facelift yet |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Generation | Not confirmed | Fifth generation (NQ5); global launch 2021, SA 2022 |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not confirmed | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not confirmed | Current |
| Body Style | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Blue, Steel Grey, Intense Red, Glacial White Pearl, Interstellar Grey |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Not confirmed | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2WD 1.6T-GDI GT-Line S DCT |
| Model Year | Not confirmed | 2026 |
| Production Status | Not confirmed | active |
| Segment | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4425 mm | 4515 mm |
| Width | 1835 mm | 1865 mm |
| Height | 1625 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2665 mm | 2680 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 180 mm | 181 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 l | 54 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 504 l | 466 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1980 kg | 2080 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not confirmed | 181 mm |
| Payload Capacity | Not confirmed | 500 kg |
| Number of Rows | Not confirmed | 2 rows |
| Doors | Not confirmed | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not confirmed | 10.8 m |
| Front Headroom | Not confirmed | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not confirmed | 955 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not confirmed | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not confirmed | 855 mm |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.3-litre Turbocharged Petrol | 1.6-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | G4FJ |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1332 cc | 1591 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 9.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 77 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 85.4 mm |
| Maximum Power | 110 kW | 132 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 270 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 | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | CVT | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 198 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 sec | 8.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 75.9 kW/tonne | 84.1 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 186.2 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 | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | CVT Automatic | 7-Speed DCT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | FWD |
| LSD Available | Electronic | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | CVT Automatic | Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Gearbox Type | CVT Automatic | 7-Speed DCT |
| Engine Position | Not confirmed | Front Transverse |
| Differential Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not confirmed | 3.63 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | 15.2:1 |
| Number of Gears | Not confirmed | 7 |
| Clutch Type | Not confirmed | Dry Dual Clutch |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not confirmed | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Not confirmed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Not confirmed | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range Ratio | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not confirmed | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | Not confirmed | 7 |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 17 km/l | 13.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13 km/l | 11.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 18 km/l | 16.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 l | 54 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 55 | 54 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not confirmed | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 17 km/l | 13.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Combined Driving Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 7 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | No | Not Available |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Alarm System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Central Locking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| AEB | Yes | Yes |
| BA | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Not confirmed | Yes |
| EBD | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not confirmed | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 7 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 7 |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Yes |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Electric Driver | 8-Way Power |
| Heated Seats | Front | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Yes |
| Steering Type | Electric | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Multi Colour | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1350 mm |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | Digital |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | Black |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Yes |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 8-Way Power |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | 4-Way Power |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | 8-Way Power |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | 4-Way Power |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 1455 |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 8-Way Power |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | 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 |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic | Yes |
| Power Windows | All Auto | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Yes |
| AC Type | Dual Zone Automatic | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Dual Zone Automatic | Yes |
| Rim Size | 19-inch Alloy | 235/45 R19 |
| Sound System | 10 | 10 |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1455 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1455 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | No |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | Remote |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | No |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | No |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.33 |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Digital Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 7.2 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Remote |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic | Yes |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | No |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Leather Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | No |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | No |
| Spare Wheel | Not confirmed | Temporary Spare |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | Normal |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 8.5 sec |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Gasoline Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | No |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | No |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Power Sliding Doors | Not confirmed | No |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | 75 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | sportage |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | Unibody |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | flagship |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Yes |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 10 | 10 |
| Navigation System | Integrated | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 10 | 10 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not confirmed | Yes |
| USB Ports | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Yes |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Yes |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not confirmed | 12.3 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | 12.3 |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen | Not confirmed | 12.3 |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Digital |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Not confirmed | 12.3 |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Matrix LED | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Silver | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 19-inch Alloy | Alloy Alloy |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Matrix LED | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Headlamps | Matrix LED | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Matrix LED | Yes |
| Headlights | Matrix LED | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not confirmed | No |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | Multiple |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | No |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Body Colour |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 880 mm |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 760 mm |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 7 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body Colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 19 deg | 21 deg |
| Departure Angle | 24 deg | 24 deg |
| Wading Depth | 350 mm | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Normal Sport Eco | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Electronic | No |
| Ground Clearance Max | 180 mm | 181 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 180 mm | 181 mm |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 17 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | No | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | 19 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 21 deg |
| Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 24 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R19 | 235/45 R19 |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy | Alloy Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch Alloy | 235/45 R19 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch Alloy | 235/45 R19 |
| Wheels | 19-inch Alloy | Alloy Alloy |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not confirmed | Temporary Spare |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | 325 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | 280 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | 105 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | H |
| Spare Tyre | Not confirmed | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 235 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 235 mm |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Electronic |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not confirmed | Electronic |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Temporary Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Wheel Material | 19-inch Alloy | Alloy Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 235/45 R19 |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Unibody |
| Power Steering | Electric | Yes |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1601 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1608 mm |
| Steering Column | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | Unibody |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Telescopic |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 km / 12 months | 15000 |
| Approx Service Cost | Moderate | R3,800 per service |
| Battery Warranty | 2 Years | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15000 km / 12 months | 15000 |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | 4.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 15000 |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | Not confirmed | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | Not confirmed | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Service Plan | Not confirmed | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 3 | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Warranty | 3 | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 142 g/km | 167 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Yes | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | 68 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | CVVT |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not confirmed | 95 Octane |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | No |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | Euro 6 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | 175 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 167 |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 10 l/100km | 9.3 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 12 l/100km | 12.1 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 14 l/100km | 15.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 16 l/100km | 17.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | 34 | - |
| Spec | Qashqai | Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Not confirmed | Flagship |
| Price Zar | Not confirmed | 823995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Not confirmed | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | Not confirmed | 823995 |
| Starting Price Zar | Not confirmed | 823995 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Qashqai 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: Qashqai 53 vs Sportage 57.
Efficiency index: Qashqai 65 vs Sportage 54.
Safety-equipment index: Qashqai 87 vs Sportage 100.
Practicality index: Qashqai 68 vs Sportage 63.
Ownership-cover index: Qashqai 42 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 5 points
Qashqai and Sportage are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
69
/100
Lead
5
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 5 points
64
#2
Qashqai
87% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 87
Check
Ownership 42
Performance
53
Efficiency
65
Safety
87
Practicality
68
Ownership
42
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Sportage +4
Efficiency
Qashqai +11
Safety
Sportage +13
Practicality
Qashqai +5
Ownership
Sportage +29
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
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
Qashqai
Performance
53/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
42/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
KIA Sportage
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 64 pts for Qashqai
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Sportage leads. However, Qashqai may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Qashqai 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.