Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.0 seconds, compared with 8.2 seconds for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX has the higher listed output at 306 hp; 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is rated at 265 hp, a difference of 41 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD at 350 Nm and 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX at 227 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
2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX carries the longer listed range at 75 km, against 70 km for 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD. 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX has the lower recorded consumption at 1.1 L/100km; 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD is listed at 1.6 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 490 litres, a difference of 50 litres. 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,350 kg, while 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX is 120 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
2026 Kia Sportage PHEV AWD has the lower listed starting price at $39,990, compared with $49,900 for 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX. 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.