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2026 Kia Sportage
SUV · 2015–2027 · Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-In Hybrid
Trims and features
What changed for 2026
- Starting prices: +$800 to +$1,400 (6 trims; hover for each)
- Trim dropped: X-Pro
- Engine: THETA Ⅲ → 2.5L GDI 4 Cylinder (all trims)
- Digital gauge cluster: 12.2 in → 12.3 in (X-Line, EX, X-Pro Prestige, LX)
- Blind-spot monitoring: Blind Spot Intervention → Blind Spot Alert (X-Line, SX, EX, SX Prestige, X-Pro Prestige)
- Parking sensors: Rear → Front, Rear (X-Line, SX, EX, X-Pro Prestige, LX)
- Touchscreen: 8 in → 12.3 in (EX, LX)
- 360-degree camera: 3D Surround View Camera → Surround View Camera (SX Prestige, X-Pro Prestige)
2026 Sportage trims
| EX | LX | SX | SX Prestige | X-Line | X-Pro Prestige | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||||
| Starting MSRP | from $30,590 | from $28,790 | $34,390 | from $36,390 | $33,090 | $39,690 |
| Powertrain | ||||||
| Engine | 2.5L GDI 4 Cylinder | 2.5L GDI 4 Cylinder | 2.5L GDI 4 Cylinder | 2.5L GDI 4 Cylinder | 2.5L GDI 4 Cylinder | 2.5L GDI 4 Cylinder |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 187 hp | 187 hp | 187 hp | 187 hp | 187 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Auto | Auto | Auto | Auto | Auto | Auto |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | Fwd | AWD / FWD | Awd | Awd |
| Size and capability | ||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 2,500 lb | 2,500 lb | 2,500 lb | 2,500 lb | 2,500 lb | 2,500 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 39.6 cu ft | 39.6 cu ft | 39.6 cu ft | 39.6 cu ft | 39.6 cu ft | 39.6 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | — | — | — | — | 8.3 in | 8.3 in |
| Tech | ||||||
| Touchscreen | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Audio | — | — | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | Optional | Harman Kardon |
| Speakers | — | — | 8 | 8 | Optional | 8 |
| Wireless phone charging | Qi | — | Qi | — | Qi | — |
| Driver assistance | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | — | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | — | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| 360-degree camera | — | — | — | Surround View Camera | Optional | Surround View Camera |
| Parking sensors | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Front, Rear |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | AWD: Front FWD: — | Front | Front | Front | Front |
| Ventilated seats | — | — | — | Front | — | Front |
| Climate zones | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Remote start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Sunroof | — | — | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Optional | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | Power Liftgate | — | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | Optional | Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 18 in | 17 in | 18 in | 19 in | 19 in | 17 in |
| Headlights | Bi-LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector |
Packages and options (44)
| EX | LX | SX | SX Prestige | X-Line | X-Pro Prestige | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convenience Package $800 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Panoramic Sunroof Package $1,000 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| X-Line Premium Package $1,500 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| X-Line Technology Package $2,500 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| X-Pro Two-Tone Roof Package | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Cross Bars $380 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Skid Plate (Front) $240 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Guards $155 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Step Bars $699 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tow Hitch $590 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Floor Mats $220 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with HomeLink $375 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover $190 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $110 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $65 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $130 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Cargo Mat with Seatback Protection $140 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit, Small $45 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roadside Assistance Kit $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| X-Line Carpeted Floor Mats $200 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Ebony Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Fusion Black | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Glacial White | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Glacial White with Ebony Black Roof | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Glacial White Pearl $495 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Glacial White Pearl with Ebony Black Roof $595 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Gravity Gray | Optional | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Nebular Blue | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Nebular Blue with Ebony Black Roof $595 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Panthera Metal | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Panthera Metal Matte $595 | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Runway Red | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Runway Red with Ebony Black Roof $595 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Snow White $495 | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Steel Gray | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Wolf Gray $495 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wolf Gray with Ebony Black Roof $595 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Carmine Red | — | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Misty Gray | Optional | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Saturn Black | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Saturn Black Woven Cloth | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Terracotta Brown | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem configurator, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem order guide, Oem press release, Other. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Sportage 2017–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and 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.
EPA fuel economy (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.