Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD vs Kia Sportage SX

Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Kia Sportage SX

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD

The Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD delivers efficient-for-its-class running, strong safety, and family-ready space with all-weather traction. It’s a good value in its segment for growing families and road trips, provided you’re not chasing a premium badge or sports-car pace.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7.1 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Kia Sportage SX

The Kia Sportage SX targets growing families who want dependable, practical transport with generous cargo space and five-seat flexibility. Its petrol power is brisk and efficient for its class, but it’s not aimed at luxury or enthusiast buyers.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety245 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 66 / 87

City 46 / 47

Budget / value 42 / 63

Road trip 63 / 63

Performance 36 / 30

Cargo 40 / 65

Practical 43 / 64

Premium 28 / 27

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD · Orange = Kia Sportage SX

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD Kia Sportage SX

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD

Efficient for its class (7.1 combined consumption)
5-star safety rating for added peace of mind
AWD traction for confident year-round driving
570 L trunk and five seats suit family and road-trip use
Not aimed at performance driving (0–100 km/h in 8.3 s)
Petrol-only powertrain won’t suit buyers seeking electrified options
Price around 45,000 may exceed tighter family budgets
If you prioritize a premium-brand image, this isn’t the focus

Kia Sportage SX

Large 1016 L cargo area fits strollers, sports gear, and luggage
Strong everyday pace (0-100 km/h in 8.0 s; 245 hp/353 Nm)
Seats five with a practical layout for family duties
Ranked for reliability and safety focus
Not tuned for performance driving despite decent acceleration
Petrol-only; no hybrid or EV option listed
Doesn’t target premium positioning
Only five seats; no three-row flexibility

Verdict

Pick Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD if…

Best fuel economy

Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD uses 7.1 L/100km vs 7.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Kia Sportage SX if…

More power

Kia Sportage SX puts out 245 hp vs 200 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Mazda CX-60 2.5 AWD

Kia Sportage SX

Verdict

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