Real-World Comparison: Kia Sportage (Petrol), Peugeot e-3008, and Tesla Model Y
Here’s an overview of these models in a real-world 1000-mile test context, including all requested aspects.
Dimensions and Weight
Kia Sportage:
Length: 4515 mm, Width: 1865 mm, Height: 1650 mm
Ground Clearance: 185 mm
Base Curb Weight: ~1500-1800 kg
Peugeot e-3008:
Length: 4510 mm, Width: 1895 mm, Height: 1610 mm
Ground Clearance: ~190 mm
Base Curb Weight: 1600-2000 kg (electric variant heavier).
Tesla Model Y:
Length: 4750 mm, Width: 1921 mm, Height: 1624 mm
Ground Clearance: 167 mm
Base Curb Weight: ~1900-2000 kg
Trunk Size
Kia Sportage: 543 liters.
Peugeot e-3008: 520 liters.
Tesla Model Y: 854 liters (rear + frunk).
Engine and Power
Kia Sportage Petrol:
Engine: 1.6L turbocharged, inline 4.
Horsepower: 177-226 hp (hybrid variant at higher end).
Fuel Economy: ~30 mpg (combined).
Peugeot e-3008:
Petrol Engine: 1.2L or 1.6L turbocharged; Hybrid and EV options available.
Electric Motor: Up to 320 hp, range ~700 km WLTP (electric).
Combined MPG (Petrol): ~42 mpg for hybrid.
Tesla Model Y:
Electric Motor: Up to 393 hp (Performance variant).
Battery Size: ~75 kWh usable.
Range: ~330-450 miles (depending on variant).
Fuel Economy and Consumption
Kia Sportage: 6.9 L/100 km (~41 mpg).
Peugeot e-3008: 5.0 L/100 km (~47 mpg, hybrid).
Tesla Model Y: Equivalent of ~130 MPGe (no fuel cost).
Towing Capacity
Kia Sportage: 1650 kg (petrol/hybrid).
Peugeot e-3008: ~1200-1500 kg (engine dependent).
Tesla Model Y: 1600 kg.
Maintenance Costs
Kia Sportage: $350-$450/year (average).
Peugeot e-3008: $400-$500/year (petrol or hybrid).
Tesla Model Y: $150-$300/year (low due to fewer moving parts).
Insurance Costs
Kia Sportage: ~$1200/year.
Peugeot e-3008: ~$1250/year.
Tesla Model Y: ~$1500-$2000/year.
Tires and Wheels
Kia Sportage: 235/55 R18 or 235/50 R19.
Peugeot e-3008: 225/55 R19.
Tesla Model Y: 255/45 R19 or 255/40 R20.
Features
Kia Sportage: Advanced infotainment, wireless phone charging, panoramic sunroof.
Peugeot e-3008: 3D i-Cockpit, premium interiors, advanced connectivity.
Tesla Model Y: Minimalist design, large central touchscreen, Autopilot.
Defects and Reliability
Kia Sportage: Rare engine reliability issues.
Peugeot e-3008: Infotainment system lags; early hybrid issues.
Tesla Model Y: Panel gaps, paint defects, software bugs.
Pricing
Kia Sportage: $32,995 - $55,420 (depending on trim and engine).
Peugeot e-3008: $38,000+ (petrol); $45,000+ (electric).
Tesla Model Y: $55,900 - $96,700 (varies by configuration).
Verdict
Best Value: Kia Sportage (petrol and hybrid) for cost-conscious buyers.
Most Advanced Tech: Tesla Model Y (electric).
Balance of Luxury and Efficiency: Peugeot e-3008 (hybrid or EV).
Would you like to explore performance under specific test scenarios, like towing or urban driving?
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Here’s an overview of these models in a real-world 1000-mile test context, including all requested aspects.
Dimensions and Weight
Kia Sportage:
Length: 4515 mm, Width: 1865 mm, Height: 1650 mm
Ground Clearance: 185 mm
Base Curb Weight: ~1500-1800 kg
Peugeot e-3008:
Length: 4510 mm, Width: 1895 mm, Height: 1610 mm
Ground Clearance: ~190 mm
Base Curb Weight: 1600-2000 kg (electric variant heavier).
Tesla Model Y:
Length: 4750 mm, Width: 1921 mm, Height: 1624 mm
Ground Clearance: 167 mm
Base Curb Weight: ~1900-2000 kg
Trunk Size
Kia Sportage: 543 liters.
Peugeot e-3008: 520 liters.
Tesla Model Y: 854 liters (rear + frunk).
Engine and Power
Kia Sportage Petrol:
Engine: 1.6L turbocharged, inline 4.
Horsepower: 177-226 hp (hybrid variant at higher end).
Fuel Economy: ~30 mpg (combined).
Peugeot e-3008:
Petrol Engine: 1.2L or 1.6L turbocharged; Hybrid and EV options available.
Electric Motor: Up to 320 hp, range ~700 km WLTP (electric).
Combined MPG (Petrol): ~42 mpg for hybrid.
Tesla Model Y:
Electric Motor: Up to 393 hp (Performance variant).
Battery Size: ~75 kWh usable.
Range: ~330-450 miles (depending on variant).
Fuel Economy and Consumption
Kia Sportage: 6.9 L/100 km (~41 mpg).
Peugeot e-3008: 5.0 L/100 km (~47 mpg, hybrid).
Tesla Model Y: Equivalent of ~130 MPGe (no fuel cost).
Towing Capacity
Kia Sportage: 1650 kg (petrol/hybrid).
Peugeot e-3008: ~1200-1500 kg (engine dependent).
Tesla Model Y: 1600 kg.
Maintenance Costs
Kia Sportage: $350-$450/year (average).
Peugeot e-3008: $400-$500/year (petrol or hybrid).
Tesla Model Y: $150-$300/year (low due to fewer moving parts).
Insurance Costs
Kia Sportage: ~$1200/year.
Peugeot e-3008: ~$1250/year.
Tesla Model Y: ~$1500-$2000/year.
Tires and Wheels
Kia Sportage: 235/55 R18 or 235/50 R19.
Peugeot e-3008: 225/55 R19.
Tesla Model Y: 255/45 R19 or 255/40 R20.
Features
Kia Sportage: Advanced infotainment, wireless phone charging, panoramic sunroof.
Peugeot e-3008: 3D i-Cockpit, premium interiors, advanced connectivity.
Tesla Model Y: Minimalist design, large central touchscreen, Autopilot.
Defects and Reliability
Kia Sportage: Rare engine reliability issues.
Peugeot e-3008: Infotainment system lags; early hybrid issues.
Tesla Model Y: Panel gaps, paint defects, software bugs.
Pricing
Kia Sportage: $32,995 - $55,420 (depending on trim and engine).
Peugeot e-3008: $38,000+ (petrol); $45,000+ (electric).
Tesla Model Y: $55,900 - $96,700 (varies by configuration).
Verdict
Best Value: Kia Sportage (petrol and hybrid) for cost-conscious buyers.
Most Advanced Tech: Tesla Model Y (electric).
Balance of Luxury and Efficiency: Peugeot e-3008 (hybrid or EV).
Would you like to explore performance under specific test scenarios, like towing or urban driving?
Youtube