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2020 Kia Sportage
SUV · 2015–2027 · Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-In Hybrid
Trims and features
What changed for 2020
- Starting prices: +$240 to +$690 (3 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: S
- Engine: 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder → 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-Cylinder (LX, EX)
- Fuel economy (combined): 22 mpg → 23 mpg (LX)
- Touchscreen: 5 in → 8 in (LX)
- Apple CarPlay: Not listed → Wired (LX, EX, SX Turbo)
- Android Auto: Not listed → Wired (LX, EX, SX Turbo)
- Touchscreen: 7 in → 8 in (EX)
- Seats: Leather → Synthetic Leather (EX)
- Engine: 2.0L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder → 2.0L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-Cylinder (SX Turbo)
- Speakers: 8 → 6 (SX Turbo)
- Lane keeping: Lane Departure Warning → Lane Keep Assist (SX Turbo)
- Power liftgate: Hands-Free Power Liftgate → Power Liftgate (SX Turbo)
- Headlights: Bi-Xenon Projector → LED Reflector (SX Turbo)
2020 Sportage trims
| EX | LX | S | SX Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | from $27,290 | from $23,990 | from $26,140 | from $33,590 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Engine | 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-Cylinder | 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-Cylinder | 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-Cylinder | 2.0L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-Cylinder |
| Horsepower | 181 hp | 181 hp | 181 hp | AWD: 237 hp FWD: 240 hp |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 23 mpg FWD: 26 mpg | AWD: 23 mpg FWD: 26 mpg | AWD: 23 mpg FWD: 26 mpg | AWD: 21 mpg FWD: 23 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 2,000 lb | 2,000 lb | 2,000 lb | 2,000 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 30.7 cu ft | 30.7 cu ft | 30.7 cu ft | 30.7 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 60.1 cu ft | 60.1 cu ft | 60.1 cu ft | 60.1 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | AWD: 6.8 in FWD: 6.4 in | AWD: 6.8 in FWD: 6.4 in | AWD: 6.8 in FWD: 6.4 in | AWD: 6.8 in FWD: 6.4 in |
| Length | 176.4 in | 176.4 in | 176.4 in | 176.4 in |
| Curb weight | AWD: 3,448 lb FWD: 3,305 lb | AWD: 3,448 lb FWD: 3,305 lb | AWD: 3,448 lb FWD: 3,305 lb | AWD: 3,765 lb FWD: 3,666 lb |
| Tech | ||||
| Touchscreen | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Audio | Optional | — | — | Harman Kardon |
| Speakers | 6 + option | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | ||||
| Lane keeping | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | — | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | AEB with Pedestrian Detection + option | AEB with Pedestrian Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| Parking sensors | Optional | — | — | Front, Rear |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather + option | Cloth | Synthetic Leather | Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | — | AWD: Front FWD: — | Front |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | — | — | Front |
| Climate zones | 2 | — | — | 2 |
| Remote start | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||
| Sunroof | Optional | — | Optional | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | — | — | — | Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 18 in | 17 in | 18 in | 19 in |
| Headlights | — | — | — | LED Reflector |
Packages and options (27)
| EX | LX | S | SX Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX Technology Package $4,500 | Optional | — | — | — |
| LX Popular Package | — | — | — | — |
| S AWD Premium Package $3,000 | — | — | Optional | — |
| S Sunroof Package $1,100 | — | — | Optional | — |
| S Premium Package $3,200 | — | — | Optional | — |
| Cross Bars $225 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Guards $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Paint Protection Package $255 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tow Hitch $425 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Washer Heater $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $60 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $135 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| USB Dual Charger $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Compass and HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Illuminated Door Scuff Plates $295 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Lighting $300 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Start with Key $425 | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Black Cherry $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Hyper Red $295 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Snow White $395 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Beige | — | — | — | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Other, Other, Other, Oem brochure, 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.