KIA Sportage vs Ford Territory

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

KIA Sportage in South Africa

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
VS
Ford Territory in South Africa

Ford Territory

1.8T Titanium DCT Petrol 7-Speed DCT Current
ZAR 643,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 138 kW 🔧 318 Nm ⛽ 13.5 km/l
Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

KIA Sportage vs Ford Territory: the short answer

Sportage and Territory are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.

Territory starts ZAR 128,095 cheaper Sportage from ZAR 662,995 · Territory from ZAR 534,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Sportage Territory
Maximum Power Sportage132 kW @ 5500 rpm Territory138 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque Sportage265 Nm @ 1500 rpm Territory318 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm
Engine Size Sportage1591 cc Territory1799 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Sportage13.9 km/l Territory13.5 km/l
Ground Clearance Sportage181 mm Territory190 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Specification evidence leader

Sportage

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to: Published Efficiency Published Practicality

Territory

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Fewer listed safety features
  • Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to: Published Performance

Which One's Right for You?

Sportage

  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
  • Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

Territory

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Sportage Territory
Intercooler Yes -
Rev Matching Yes Not Available
Performance Data Logger No Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined 7.2 -
Engine Start Stop Yes Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button Yes Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination Yes -
Engine Check Warning Yes -
Drag Coefficient 0.33 -
Roof Load 75 kg -
Boot Space Seats Folded 1455 l 1422 l
Stabilizer Bar Yes -
Steering Response Normal -
Skid Plates No -
Side Steps No -
Spare Wheel Temporary Spare T145/80R18
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 Yes Not Available
Adaptive Dampers No Not Available
Wireless Charging Yes Not Available
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 Yes Not Available
AC Type Yes Not Available
Climate Control Yes Not Available
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 -
Keyless Entry Yes Not Available
Push Button Start Yes Not Available
Push Button Start Yes Not Available
Remote Engine Start Yes -
Remote Start Yes -
Remote Central Locking Yes -
Door Ajar Warning Yes -
Fuel Lid Opener Remote -
Boot Opener Remote -
Power Windows Yes Not Available
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 -
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Not Available
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 -
Sunroof Yes Not Available
Panoramic Roof Yes Not Available
Roof Antenna Yes -
Rear Wing Yes -
Aero Kit Yes -
Chrome Grille No -
Chrome Exterior Highlights No -
Ride Mode Selection Yes -
Electric Tailgate Yes Not Available
Powered Tailgate Yes -
Power Sliding Doors No -
Engine Warranty 7 Years / 150,000 km -
Service Reminder Yes -
Trim Level flagship top
Variant Role Flagship / premium derivative Core range derivative
Accelerator 0 100 8.5 sec -
Common Rail Injection Gasoline Direct Injection -
Diff Lock No Not Available
Difflock No Not Available
Vdc Yes -
TPMS Yes Standard
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 Yes Not Available
Lift Gate Yes -
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors Yes -
Power Socket 12v Yes -
Sound System 10 Not Available
Roof Rack Compatibility Yes -
Mirror Electric -
Rim Size 235/45 R19 Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front Yes -
Stabilizer Bar Rear Yes -
Sub Frame Unibody Monocoque
Vehicle To Grid Not Available Not Available
Vehicle To Load Not Available Not Available
One Pedal Driving Not Available Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels Not Available Not Available
Rear Electric Motor Not Available Not Available
Battery Preconditioning Not Available Not Available
Load Bed Cover Not Available Not Available
Tailgate Lock Not Available Not Available
Sports Bar Not Available Not Available
Canopy Fitment Not Available Not Available
Bed Extender Not Available Not Available
Source Model Column sportage territory
Intelligent Battery System Not Available Not Available
Front Diff Lock Not Available Not Available
Rear Diff Lock Not Available Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm Not Available Not Available
Load Bed Light Not Available Not Available
Load Bed Steps Not Available Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks Not Available Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets Not Available Not Available
Tailgate Damper Not Available Not Available
Tow Bar Type Not Available Not Available
Unlocking Yes Not Available
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 1422 l
Load Bed Length Not Applicable Not Applicable
Load Bed Width Not Applicable Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm Not Applicable Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm Not Applicable Not Applicable
Sport Plus Mode - Not Available
Spec Sportage Territory
Fuel Octane Requirement 95 Octane Petrol
Variable Valve Timing CVVT -
Particulate Filter No Not Available
Fuel Evaporation Control Yes -
Idle CO2 Output 175 -
CO2 Emissions 167 g/km 168 g/km
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 Not Available

In depth: how these cars differ

This Sportage and Territory comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.

Performance index: Sportage 57 vs Territory 60.

Efficiency index: Sportage 54 vs Territory 53.

Safety-equipment index: Sportage 100 vs Territory 81.

Practicality index: Sportage 63 vs Territory 60.

Ownership-cover index: Sportage 71 vs Territory not separately scored.

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.

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 / 100
Evidence-index readout

Sportage leads by 5 points

Sportage and Territory 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

Territory

69% source coverage 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 81 Check Efficiency 53
Performance 60
Efficiency 53
Safety 81
Practicality 60
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Territory +3 Efficiency Sportage +1 Safety Sportage +19 Practicality Sportage +3

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

Territory

Performance 60/100
Efficiency 53/100
Safety 81/100
Practicality 60/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index KIA Sportage leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts vs 64 pts for Territory

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Sportage leads. However, Territory may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

Sportage vs Territory questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.