2025 Kia Sportage vs. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sportage

2025 Kia
Sportage

MSRP*: $27,390 to $38,290
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

2024 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,735 to $57,055
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 27 - 32 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.1 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 1,653 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage than in the Volkswagen ID.4. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Sportage and the Volkswagen ID.4.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Kia Sportage is a better financial choice over the Volkswagen ID.4, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Kia Sportage is about the same width as the Volkswagen ID.4. When looking at overall length, the Kia Sportage takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Kia Sportage has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen ID.4 is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sportage has a lot less horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Sportage does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage and the Volkswagen ID.4. The Kia Sportage has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen ID.4.