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2016 Kia Sportage
SUV · 2015–2027 · Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-In Hybrid
Trims and features
What changed for 2016
- Starting prices: +$50 to +$1,890 (3 trims; hover for each)
- Seats: Cloth → Leather (SX, EX)
- Speakers: 7 → 4 (EX)
2016 Sportage trims
| EX | LX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | from $25,350 | from $22,150 | from $29,990 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder | 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder | 2.0L Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 182 hp | 260 hp |
| Torque | 176 lb-ft | 177 lb-ft | 269 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 22 mpg FWD: — | AWD: 22 mpg FWD: 24 mpg | AWD: 21 mpg FWD: 22 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 2,000 lb | 2,000 lb | 2,000 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 26.1 cu ft | 26.1 cu ft | 26.1 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 54.6 cu ft | 54.6 cu ft | 54.6 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 6.8 in | 6.8 in |
| Length | 174.8 in | 174.8 in | 175.2 in |
| Curb weight | AWD: 3,426 lb FWD: 3,280 lb | AWD: 3,426 lb FWD: 3,280 lb | AWD: 3,585 lb FWD: 3,433 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | — | Optional | — |
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | — | — |
| Android Auto | Optional | — | — |
| Audio | Optional | — | Infinity |
| Speakers | 4 + option | 4 | 7 |
| Driver assistance | |||
| Parking sensors | Optional | — | Rear |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Leather + option | Cloth + option | Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Front | — | Front |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | — | Front |
| Climate zones | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | Optional | — | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Wheels | 18 in | 17 in | 18 in |
Packages and options (41)
| EX | LX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX Premium Package $3,600 | Optional | — | — |
| LX Popular Package $1,000 | — | Optional | — |
| Auto on / Off Headlights | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Cross Bars $225 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Front Fog Lights | Optional | — | Standard |
| Heated Outside Mirrors with LED Turn Signals | Optional | — | Standard |
| Mud Guards $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Tilt / Sliding Panoramic Sunroof | Optional | — | Standard |
| Power-Folding Outside Mirrors | Optional | — | Standard |
| Puddle Lights $225 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Spoiler | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Side Steps $495 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tow Hitch $400 | Optional | Optional | — |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with HomeLink | Optional | — | Standard |
| Cargo Cover $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $130 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cooling Glove Box | Optional | — | Standard |
| Interior Light Kit $300 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Start (Key Start) $425 | — | Optional | — |
| Remote Start (Push-Button Start) $425 | Optional | — | Optional |
| Second-Row Armrest with Cup Holders | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Ventilated Front Seats | Optional | — | Standard |
| Infinity Premium Audio System | Optional | — | Standard |
| UVO eServices with Voice-Command Navigation | Optional | — | Standard |
| Rear-Camera Display | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Rear Park Assist System | Optional | — | Standard |
| Black Cherry | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bright Silver | — | Optional | — |
| Clear White | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mineral Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Twilight Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alpine Gray Cloth | — | Optional | — |
| Alpine Gray Leather | Optional | — | — |
| Black Cloth | — | Optional | — |
| Black Leather | Optional | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem order guide, Other, Other, Nhtsa vin decode, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Collision warning | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 24–41 mpg | 5 of 5 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2026 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 24–42 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 37 | Some versions | — |
| 2025 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 25–43 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 71 | Some versions | Yes |
| 2024 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 25–43 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 103 | Some versions | Yes |
| 2023 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 25–43 mpg | 5 of 5 | 9 | 305 | Some versions | Yes |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 21–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 46 | Optional | Yes |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 21–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 53 | Optional | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 21–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 161 | Standard | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 21–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 70 | Optional | Yes |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 21–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 164 | Optional | Yes |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 21–26 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 401 | Optional | Yes |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 21–23 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 2 | 131 | No | No |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD, FWD | 21–23 mpg | 4–5 of 5 | 2 | 146 | No | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA and aren't adjusted for how many were sold, so compare years of the same model: a tall bar marks a year owners had more trouble with. Collision warning: forward collision warning as NHTSA lists it ("Some versions": standard on some). Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Sportage 2017–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID SUV HEV FWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA SPORTAGE SUV ICE FWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA SPORTAGE SUV ICE AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA SPORTAGE PHEV SUV PHEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 7 |
| 2026 | KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID SUV HEV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 7 |
| 2026 | KIA SPORTAGE SUV N/A AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 28 |
| 2026 | KIA SPORTAGE SUV N/A FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 28 |
| 2026 | KIA SPORTAGE PHEV SUV PHEV AWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 2 |
| 2025 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 52 |
| 2025 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 52 |
| 2025 | Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 13 |
| 2025 | Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 13 |
| 2025 | Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 6 |
| 2025 | Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 6 |
| 2024 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 71 |
| 2024 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 71 |
| 2024 | Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 20 |
| 2024 | Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 20 |
| 2024 | Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 12 |
| 2024 | Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 12 |
| 2023 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 6 | 191 |
| 2023 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 6 | 191 |
| 2023 | Kia Sportage HEV SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 99 |
| 2023 | Kia Sportage HEV SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 99 |
| 2023 | Kia Sportage PHEV SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 15 |
| 2023 | Kia Sportage PHEV SUV FWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 15 |
| 2022 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 1 | 46 |
| 2022 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 1 | 46 |
| 2021 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 2 | 53 |
| 2021 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 2 | 53 |
| 2020 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 161 |
| 2020 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 161 |
| 2019 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 70 |
| 2019 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 70 |
| 2018 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 164 |
| 2018 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 164 |
| 2017 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 401 |
| 2017 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 401 |
| 2016 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 131 |
| 2016 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 131 |
| 2015 | Kia Sportage SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 146 |
| 2015 | Kia Sportage SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 2 | 146 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2027 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2027 | Sportage Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2027 | Sportage Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 41 |
| 2027 | Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 36 |
| 2027 | Sportage X-pro | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 24 |
| 2026 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2026 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2026 | Sportage Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2026 | Sportage Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 42 |
| 2026 | Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 36 |
| 2026 | Sportage X-pro | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 24 |
| 2025 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2025 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2025 | Sportage Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 38 |
| 2025 | Sportage Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 43 |
| 2025 | Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2025 | Sportage X-pro | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2024 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2024 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2024 | Sportage Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 38 |
| 2024 | Sportage Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 43 |
| 2024 | Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2024 | Sportage X-pro | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2023 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 25 |
| 2023 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2023 | Sportage Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 38 |
| 2023 | Sportage Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 43 |
| 2023 | Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2022 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
21–23 |
| 2022 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–26 |
| 2021 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
21–23 |
| 2021 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–26 |
| 2020 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
21–23 |
| 2020 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–26 |
| 2019 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
21–23 |
| 2019 | Sportage FE AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 22 |
| 2019 | Sportage FE FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 25 |
| 2019 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2018 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
21–23 |
| 2018 | Sportage FE AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 22 |
| 2018 | Sportage FE FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 26 |
| 2018 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2017 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
21–23 |
| 2017 | Sportage FE AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 22 |
| 2017 | Sportage FE FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 26 |
| 2017 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2016 | Sportage AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 22 |
| 2016 | Sportage FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 23 |
| 2016 | Sportage SX AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2016 | Sportage SX FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2015 | Sportage AWD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
21–22 |
| 2015 | Sportage FWD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
23 |
| 2015 | Sportage SX AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2015 | Sportage SX FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 22 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.