VS
At a Glance
Power
130kW@4000
129 kW
Torque
392Nm@1800
400 Nm
Fuel
6.5L/100km
—
Towing
1600kg
2500 Kg
0-100 km/h
9.8s
—
Engine
1995cc
2179 cc
Choosing between the KIA Sportage and the Mahindra Scorpio-N is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The KIA Sportage delivers 130kW@4000 while the Mahindra Scorpio-N produces 129 kW. Pricing starts at R379 995 for the Sportage and R665 999 for the Scorpio-N. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
KIA Sportage2.0 CRDI 4x4 2010 - From R379 995
Mahindra Scorpio-NScorpio -N 2.2d 4x4 A/T Adventure (z8) 2023 - From R665 999
Performance
Power Output
130kW@4000
129 kW
Torque
392Nm@1800
400 Nm
0-100 kph
9.8s
—
Top Speed
194km/h
-
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1995cc
2179 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
DIESEL
diesel
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
MANUAL
automatic
Number of Gears
5
6
Drive Wheels
ALL
all
Full Time 4x4
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Low Range
✗
✓ Standard
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
6.5L/100km
—
Fuel Consumption Urban
-
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
-
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
58L
57 l
CO2 Emissions
174g/km
174 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4445mm
4662 mm
Width
1855mm
1918 mm
Height
1635mm
2126 mm
Wheelbase
2640mm
2750 mm
Ground Clearance
172mm
—
Kerb Weight
1574kg
2110 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
7
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1600kg
2500 Kg
Load Capacity
1887kg
—
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Stability Control
ESC
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
6
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
—
Bluetooth
✗
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✗
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✗
—
Sunroof
✗
✓ Standard
Heated Seats
✗
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✓ Standard
—
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Tow Bar
—
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
60
5
Warranty Distance
100000km
150000 Km
Service Plan
S
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
5yr
Service Plan Distance
—
110000km
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
KIA Sportage
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Sportage
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
Sportage
Practicality
Scorpio-N
Pros & Cons
KIA Sportage
Lower starting price (R379 995)
No factory service plan
Mahindra Scorpio-N
Higher towing capacity (2500 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more power, the Sportage or Scorpio-N?
The Sportage produces 130kW@4000 and 392Nm@1800 of torque while the Scorpio-N delivers 129 kW and 400 Nm of torque. They produce closely matched power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Sportage and Scorpio-N?
The Sportage starts from R379 995 and the Scorpio-N from R665 999. The Sportage is cheaper by R286 004 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Sportage or Scorpio-N?
The Sportage has a braked towing capacity of 1600kg and the Scorpio-N can tow 2500 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Sportage or the Scorpio-N?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.