Nissan X-Trail T30 vs Kia Sportage JE: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Nissan · 2000–2007
X-Trail T30
- Power
- 121 kW165 PS
Kia · 2004–2010
Sportage JE
- Power
- 83 kW113 PS
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- City Sportage JE Length: 4,350 mm vs 4,510 mm
In plain words
Nissan X-Trail T30 has more power: 121 kW (165 PS) against 83 kW (113 PS) for Kia Sportage JE. Nissan X-Trail T30 is 160 mm longer than Kia Sportage JE (4,510 mm vs 4,350 mm). Nissan X-Trail T30 is the older design (from 2000); Kia Sportage JE arrived in 2004. On the catalog figures, the Kia Sportage JE is the pick for city.
Size and weight
| X-Trail T30 | Sportage JE | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,510 mm177.6 in | 4,350 mm171.3 in −160 mm −6.3 in −3.5% |
| Width | 1,765 mm69.5 in | 1,840 mm72.4 in +75 mm +3.0 in +4.2% |
| Wheelbase | 2,625 mm103.3 in | 2,630 mm103.5 in +5 mm +0.2 in +0.2% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Yes |
Difference vs X-Trail T30 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Nissan X-Trail T30 | Kia Sportage JE | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 2.5 petrol · 121 kW (165 PS) | 2.0 · diesel · 83 kW (113 PS) |
| Production years | 2000–2007 | 2004–2010 |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Class | SUV / crossover | SUV / crossover |
| Country | Japan | South Korea |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 121 kW (165 PS) 162 hp Better | 83 kW (113 PS) 111 hp |
| Power, all versions | 84–206 kW (114–280 PS) 113–276 hp | 83–129 kW (113–175 PS) 111–173 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 230 Nm 170 lb-ft | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Engine | No data | 2,000 cc · 4 cyl 2.0 l |
| Gearbox | 5-speed automatic | No data |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | No data |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,510 mm 177.6 in | 4,350 mm 171.3 in |
| Width | 1,765 mm 69.5 in | 1,840 mm 72.4 in |
| Height | No data | 1,730 mm 68.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,625 mm 103.3 in | 2,630 mm 103.5 in |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 410 l 14.5 cu ft | No data |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★☆ (2002) | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (2): Body, Class.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).