Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Lexus UX 300h F Sport has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.1 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the higher listed output at 265 hp; 2025 Lexus UX 300h F Sport is rated at 199 hp, a difference of 66 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD at 367 Nm and 2025 Lexus UX 300h F Sport at 190 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 325 litres, a difference of 215 litres. 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is 20 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2025 Lexus UX 300h F Sport has the lower listed starting price at $40,060, compared with $42,990 for 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.