VS
At a Glance
Power
250 kW
130kW@4000
Torque
530 Nm
392Nm@1800
Fuel
1.1 when hybrid battery charged / 21 kWh
6.5
Towing
1600 Kg
1600
0-100 km/h
—
9.8
Engine
1998 cc
1995
Choosing between the Jetour T1 and the KIA SPORTAGE is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The Jetour T1 delivers 250 kW while the KIA SPORTAGE produces 130kW@4000. On fuel, the T1 returns 1.1 when hybrid battery charged / 21 kWh/100km l/100km while the SPORTAGE uses 6.5 — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R689 900 for the T1 and R379 995 for the SPORTAGE. 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
250 kW
130kW@4000
Torque
530 Nm
392Nm@1800
0-100 kph
—
9.8
Top Speed
180 Km/h
194
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1998 cc
1995
Engine Layout
inline
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
petrol-electric hybrid
DIESEL
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
automatic
MANUAL
Number of Gears
—
5
Drive Wheels
front
ALL
Full Time 4x4
—
✓ Standard
Low Range
—
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
1.1 when hybrid battery charged / 21 kWh
6.5
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 litre + 18.4 kWh l
58
CO2 Emissions
25 when hybrid battery charged g/km
174
Dimensions
Length
4705 mm
4445
Width
1967 mm
1855
Height
1843 mm
1635
Wheelbase
2800 mm
2640
Ground Clearance
190 mm
172
Kerb Weight
2048 Kg
1574
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Load Volume
574 / 1455 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1600 Kg
1600
Load Capacity
300 l
1887
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
ESC
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
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✗
Satellite Navigation
—
✗
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
✓ Standard
✗
Heated Seats
—
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✓ Standard
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Tow Bar
✓ Standard
—
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
7 vehicle / 10 engine for 1st owner / 8
60
Warranty Distance
200000 vehicle / 1000000 engine for 1st
100000
Service Plan
✓ Standard
S
Service Plan Years
7
—
Service Plan Distance
75000
—
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Jetour T1
2 / 4 categories
Performance
T1
Fuel Economy
T1
Value
SPORTAGE
Practicality
Tied
Pros & Cons
Jetour T1
Better fuel economy (1.1 when hybrid battery charged / 21 kWh/100km l/100km)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
KIA SPORTAGE
Lower starting price (R379 995)
Higher fuel consumption (6.5)
No factory service plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the T1 or SPORTAGE?
The T1 uses 1.1 when hybrid battery charged / 21 kWh/100km l/100km and the SPORTAGE uses 6.5 on the combined cycle. The T1 is the more fuel-efficient choice. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the T1 or SPORTAGE?
The T1 produces 250 kW and 530 Nm of torque while the SPORTAGE delivers 130kW@4000 and 392Nm@1800 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the T1 and SPORTAGE?
The T1 starts from R689 900 and the SPORTAGE from R379 995. The SPORTAGE is cheaper by R309 905 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the T1 or SPORTAGE?
The T1 has a braked towing capacity of 1600 Kg and the SPORTAGE can tow 1600. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the T1 or the SPORTAGE?
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.