Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA Sportage vs BMW X3
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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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
BMW X3
M50 xDrive
Petrol Mild Hybrid
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,550,000
ex-showroom
⚡ 293 kW
🔧 540 Nm
⛽ 12.5 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
KIA Sportage vs BMW X3: the short answer
X3 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Sportage remains close.
Sportage starts ZAR 401,505 cheaper
Sportage from ZAR 662,995 · X3 from ZAR 1,064,500
Five key differences
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| Specification | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Sportage132 kW @ 5500 rpm | X3293 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Sportage265 Nm @ 1500 rpm | X3540 Nm @ 1900-4800 rpm |
| Engine Size | Sportage1591 cc | X32998 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Sportage13.9 km/l | X312.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Sportage181 mm | X3190 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: BMW South Africa official technical data and range information
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Sportage
Strengths
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Specification evidence leader
X3
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Sportage
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
X3
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2022 | 2024 |
| Generation | Fifth generation (NQ5); global launch 2021, SA 2022 | Fourth-generation G45 BMW X3, produced at BMW Plant Rosslyn for South Africa and export markets. |
| Facelift History | Fifth generation (NQ5) launched SA 2022; no facelift yet | G45 is the current fourth-generation X3 and the South African launch version; no local facelift has been announced. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2022 | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Blue, Steel Grey, Intense Red, Glacial White Pearl, Interstellar Grey | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Drivetrain Note | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2WD 1.6T-GDI GT-Line S DCT | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | SUV | Premium SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1570 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | Car |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4515 mm | 4755 mm |
| Width | 1865 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2865 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 181 mm | 190 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 181 mm | 170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 l | 65 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 466 l | 570 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1570 kg | 2055 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2080 kg | 2625 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 500 kg | 645 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 2500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 10.8 m | 5.8 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | 1014 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 955 mm | 982 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1030 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 855 mm | 932 mm |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1601 mm | - |
| Rear Track Width | 1608 mm | - |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | M Sports Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | M Sports Suspension |
| Chassis Type | Unibody | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | - |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Unibody | - |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | M Sports Suspension |
| Rear Axle Type | Multi-Link | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | M Sports Suspension |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | - |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Climate Control | Yes | Standard |
| Power Windows | Yes | Standard |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Comfort Access |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Standard |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Yes | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1455 l | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1455 l | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Yes | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Yes | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| AC Type | Yes | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | - |
| Aero Kit | Yes | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Yes | - |
| Boot Opener | Remote | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Climate Zones | 2 | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.33 | - |
| Driver Display | Digital Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Front Armrest | Centre Armrest | - |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 7.2 | - |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Remote | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Heads Up Display | Yes | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | - |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | Yes | - |
| Multi Function Steering | Yes | - |
| Panoramic Roof | Yes | Panoramic |
| Performance Data Logger | No | - |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | - |
| Rear Seat Split | Yes | - |
| Rear Wing | Yes | - |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | - |
| Rev Matching | Yes | - |
| Ride Mode Selection | Yes | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Leather Seats | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Spare Wheel | Temporary Spare | Tyre repair kit |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | Yes | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | - |
| Voice Command | Yes | - |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 8.5 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Yes | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | Yes | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 4 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | Centre Armrest | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Gasoline Direct Injection | - |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | Yes | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | No | - |
| Front Wipers Type | No | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Heated Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Yes | - |
| Lift Gate | Yes | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Manual Aircon | Yes | - |
| Mirror | Electric | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Yes | - |
| Power Sliding Doors | No | - |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | Yes | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Yes | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Yes | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Yes | - |
| Remote Start | Yes | - |
| Rim Size | 235/45 R19 | 20" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style 1036 M Bicolour |
| Roof Load | 75 kg | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | Yes | - |
| Sound System | 10 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | sportage | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Yes | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Unibody | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | flagship | - |
| Unlocking | Yes | Comfort Access |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | - |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | - |
| Vdc | Yes | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Yes | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Yes | - |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Standard |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6-litre Turbocharged Petrol | BMW 48V mild-hybrid turbocharged engine |
| Engine Code | G4FJ | B48 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol Mild Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | 48V Mild Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 1591 cc | 2998 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct injection |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 77 mm | 82.0 mm |
| Stroke | 85.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Maximum Power | 132 kW @ 5500 rpm | 293 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 265 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 540 Nm @ 1900-4800 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 1 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 1 Nm |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | 1 |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Integrated transmission electric motor |
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 7-Speed DCT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 198 km/h | 250 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 sec | 4.6 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.2 sec |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Eco, Comfort, Sport |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | 7000 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 84.1 kW/tonne | 100 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 168.8 Nm/tonne | 220 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 1 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 64.8 kWh |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | 400 V |
| 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 | Yes |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | All-wheel drive |
| LSD Available | No | Yes |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Differential Lock | No | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.63 | Yes |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Type | Dual Clutch Transmission | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Dry Dual Clutch | Yes |
| Gear Shift Indicator | No | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | Automatic selector |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Electronically controlled AWD |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Yes | Standard |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | 7-Speed DCT | Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Axle Layout | FWD | Yes |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 7 | 8 |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 13.9 km/l | 12.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 11.0 km/l | 10.5 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 16.7 km/l | 15.0 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 l | 65 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 13.9 km/l | 12.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 54 | 65 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | 360 km |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | 420 km |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | Yes | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Yes | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Safety Rating | 5 | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Yes | - |
| Lane Change Warning | Yes | - |
| AEB | Yes | Yes |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | Yes | - |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | - |
| Knee Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 7 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 7 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Lights | Yes | - |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Eco Mode | Yes | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Sport Mode | Yes | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | Yes | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Front Camera | Yes | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Yes | - |
| Parking Sensor | Yes | - |
| Automatic High Beam | Yes | - |
| Pre-Collision System | Yes | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Yes | - |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | Yes | - |
| Reversing Camera | Yes | - |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Leather/Sensatec |
| Seat Adjustment | 8-Way Power | - |
| Heated Seats | Yes | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Type | Yes | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | Yes | - |
| Front Armrest | Centre Armrest | - |
| Rear Armrest | Yes | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 4 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Steering wheel M Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Digital | - |
| Interior Colour Options | Black | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Yes | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 8-Way Power | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 4-Way Power | - |
| Cooled Seats | Yes | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 8-Way Power | Electric with driver memory |
| Fabric Seats | No | - |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | Yes | - |
| Memory Seats | Yes | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Power | Electric multi-way |
| Rear Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Armrest Front | Centre Armrest | - |
| Armrest Rear | Yes | - |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 1455 | - |
| Driver Seat | 8-Way Power | - |
| 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 | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather | - |
| Interior Colours | Black | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Yes | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Yes | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | Yes | - |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Sport seats for driver and front passenger |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 10 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Yes | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | 12.3 |
| USB Ports | 4 | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 12.3 | 14.9 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | - |
| Infotainment Display | 12.3 | - |
| Rear Usb | Yes | - |
| Premium Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 10 | 6 |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Display Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 4 | - |
| Head Up Display | Yes | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 12.3 | 14.9 |
| Multi Information Display | Digital | - |
| Connected Services | Yes | - |
| Voice Control | Yes | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 12.3 | 14.9 |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Alloy Alloy | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | Yes | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple | Multiple manufacturer colours |
| Roof Type | Standard | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electric | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Colour | - |
| Body Type | SUV | - |
| DRL | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Led Taillights | Yes | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Front Overhang | 880 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 760 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Standard | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 7 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body Colour | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Yes | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | - |
| Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Yes |
| Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 21 deg | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle | 24 deg | 23 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | 500 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Auto; Sport; Eco |
| Locking Differential | No | Yes |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 17 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | No | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | All-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 21 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 17 deg | 20 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | 24 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 181 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 181 mm | - |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | 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 | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R19 | 225/50 R18 |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Alloy | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary Spare | Tyre repair kit |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 325 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 280 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Electronic | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 105 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 235/45 R19 | 20" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style 1036 M Bicolour |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Spare Tyre | Temporary Spare | Tyre repair kit |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 235 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 235 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 235/45 R19 | 20" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style 1036 M Bicolour |
| Auto Brake Hold | Electronic | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Yes | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Yes | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Electronic | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Leather | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Temporary Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Yes | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Alloy Alloy | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 235/45 R19 | - |
| Wheels | Alloy Alloy | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 | - |
| Approx Service Cost | R3,800 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.5 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 15000 | - |
| First Service At | 15000 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan |
| Service Intervals | 15000 | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 7 Years / 150,000 km | Yes |
| Warranty Kilometers | 7 Years / 150,000 km | Yes |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | Yes |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | Yes |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 167 g/km | 189 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Yes | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Noise Level | 68 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | CVVT | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 95 Octane | - |
| Particulate Filter | No | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 6 | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | 5 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 175 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Yes | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 167 | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Spec | Sportage | X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Private, business and fleet |
| Price Zar | 823995 ZAR | 1550000 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current recommended retail price |
| Starting Price | 823995 | 1550000 |
| Starting Price Zar | 823995 | 1550000 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Sportage and X3 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: Sportage 57 vs X3 99.
Efficiency index: Sportage 54 vs X3 54.
Safety-equipment index: Sportage 100 vs X3 92.
Practicality index: Sportage 63 vs X3 75.
Ownership-cover index: Sportage 71 vs X3 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.
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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
X3 leads by 13 points
X3 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Sportage remains close.
Evidence leader
82
/100
Lead
13
points
Data
83%
source coverage
82
#1
Evidence leader
X3
83% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Performance 99
Check
Efficiency 54
Performance
99
Efficiency
54
Safety
92
Practicality
75
Leads by 13 points
69
#2
Sportage
99% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 100
Check
Efficiency 54
Performance
57
Efficiency
54
Safety
100
Practicality
63
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
X3 +42
Efficiency
Level
Safety
Sportage +8
Practicality
X3 +12
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
X3
Performance
99/100
Efficiency
54/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
75/100
Sportage
Performance
57/100
Efficiency
54/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
BMW X3
leads the specification evidence index with 82 pts
vs 69 pts for Sportage
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X3 leads. However, Sportage may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Sportage vs X3 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.