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2027 Kia Sportage
SUV · 2015–2027 · Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-In Hybrid
Trims and features
What changed for 2027
- Starting prices: +$200 to +$1,700 (6 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: 2.5L GDI 4 Cylinder → 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine (all trims)
- 360-degree camera: Surround View Camera → 3D Surround View Camera (SX Prestige, X-Pro Prestige)
- Parking sensors: Front, Rear → Front, Rear, Side (SX Prestige, X-Pro Prestige)
2027 Sportage trims
| EX | LX | SX | SX Prestige | X-Line | X-Pro Prestige | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||||
| Starting MSRP | from $30,790 | from $28,990 | $34,590 | from $36,590 | $34,790 | $39,890 |
| Powertrain | ||||||
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine |
| 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 |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | Fwd | AWD / FWD | Awd | Awd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg | 28 mpg | AWD: 26 mpg FWD: 28 mpg | 26 mpg | 24 mpg |
| 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 |
| Max cargo | 74.1 cu ft | 74.1 cu ft | 74.1 cu ft | 74.1 cu ft | 74.1 cu ft | 74.1 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | AWD: 8.3 in FWD: 7.1 in | AWD: 8.3 in FWD: 7.1 in | 7.1 in | AWD: 8.3 in FWD: 7.1 in | 8.3 in | 8.3 in |
| Length | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in | 184.4 in |
| Curb weight | AWD: 3,603 lb FWD: 3,434 lb | AWD: 3,603 lb FWD: 3,434 lb | 3,434 lb | AWD: 3,603 lb FWD: 3,434 lb | 3,603 lb | 3,603 lb |
| 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 | Optional | 12.3 in |
| Audio | — | — | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | Optional | Harman Kardon |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | — | — | 6 + option | — |
| 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 | Optional | 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 | Optional | 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 | — | — | — | 3D Surround View Camera | Optional | 3D Surround View Camera |
| Parking sensors | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Front, Rear | Front, Rear, Side | Front, Rear + option | Front, Rear, Side |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather + option | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | Optional | Front | Front | Front | Front |
| Ventilated seats | — | — | — | Front | — | Front |
| Driver seat memory | — | — | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Optional | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Sunroof | Optional | — | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | Power Liftgate | Manual | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate | Power Liftgate |
| Wheels | 18 in | 17 in | 18 in | 19 in | 19 in | 17 in |
Packages and options (41)
| EX | LX | SX | SX Prestige | X-Line | X-Pro Prestige | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Convenience Package $800 | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| EX Panoramic Sunroof Package $1,000 | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Two-Tone Roof Package | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| X-Line Technology Package $2,500 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Temporary Compact Spare Tire | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Cross Bars $380 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gloss Black Roof Rails (Flush Type) | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Heated Outside Mirrors | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Mud Guards $155 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Side Step Bars $699 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rails with Silver Finish (Flush Type) | 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 Mat with Seatback Protection $140 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net Hybrid with Audio $65 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net Hybrid without Audio $65 | Optional | Optional | — | — | Optional | — |
| Cargo Tray $130 | 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 |
| Heated Front Seats | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| LED Luggage Lamp | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| LED Map Light | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| LED Room Light | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Roadside Assistance Kit $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| SynTex Premium Artificial Leather Seating | — | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| 10-Way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 2-Way Lumbar Support | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA) | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Glacial White $495 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Glacial White with Black Roof $595 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Panthera Metal Matte Paint $595 | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Road Rider Brown with Black Roof $595 | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Snow White $495 | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Wolf Gray $495 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wolf Gray with Black Roof $595 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Carmine Red | — | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Other, Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Nhtsa vin decode, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, options, option rules. "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.