VS
At a Glance
Power
130kW@4000
129 kW
Torque
392Nm@1800
400 Nm
Fuel
6.5
—
Towing
1600
2500 Kg
0-100 km/h
9.8
—
Engine
1995
2179 cc
Choosing between the KIA SPORTAGE and the Mahindra Scorpio-N is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers 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.
Performance
Power Output
130kW@4000
129 kW
Torque
392Nm@1800
400 Nm
0-100 kph
9.8
—
Top Speed
194
—
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1995
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
6.5
—
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
58
57 l
CO2 Emissions
174
174 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4445
4662 mm
Width
1855
1918 mm
Height
1635
2126 mm
Wheelbase
2640
2750 mm
Ground Clearance
172
—
Kerb Weight
1574
2110 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
7
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1600
2500 Kg
Load Capacity
1887
—
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
100000
150000 Km
Service Plan
S
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
5
Service Plan Distance
—
110000
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Mahindra Scorpio-N
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Scorpio-N
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 similar 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 1600 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.