Kia Sportage vs Nissan LEAF Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2017 vs 2022 catalog dimensions. Kia Sportage · Nissan LEAF
- Length176.4 in
- Height64.4 in – 64.8 in
- Wheelbase105.1 in
- Ground clearance6.4 in – 6.8 in
- Curb weight3,596 lb – 3,997 lb
- Width73.0 in
- Nissan LEAF width70.5 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: essentially the same
- Width: Nissan LEAF is 2.5 in narrower (73.0 in vs 70.5 in)
- Height: Kia Sportage is 2.9 in taller (64.6 in vs 61.7 in)
- Wheelbase: Nissan LEAF has a 1.2 in longer wheelbase (105.1 in vs 106.3 in)
- Curb weight: Kia Sportage is 72 lb heavier (3,797 lb vs 3,725 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Height: Kia Sportage is 2.9 in taller (64.6 in vs 61.7 in)
- Width: Nissan LEAF is 2.5 in narrower (73.0 in vs 70.5 in)
- Curb weight: Kia Sportage is 72 lb heavier (3,797 lb vs 3,725 lb)
- Wheelbase: Nissan LEAF has a 1.2 in longer wheelbase (105.1 in vs 106.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Narrower for tight parkingNissan LEAF — Nissan LEAF is narrower by 2.5 in
- Smaller exterior footprintNissan LEAF — Based on length × width (Nissan LEAF)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Kia Sportage | Nissan LEAF | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 176.4 in | 176.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 70.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 64.6 in | 61.7 in | 2.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 106.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Ground clearance | 6.6 in | — | — |
| Curb weight | 3,797 lb | 3,725 lb | 72 lb |
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