Kia Sportage
2026 Kia Sportage

S

Adds blind-spot monitoring, roof rails, and larger wheels over the base LX without stepping up to EX pricing.

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2026 Kia Sportage S
$32,790
Starting MSRP
35mpg
Combined MPG
227hp
Horsepower
All Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
39.6cu ft
Cargo volume
5
Seating
Why this trim

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Features

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In the world

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Exterior

Available Exterior Colors

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Heritage Blue

Representative previews shown. Color availability may vary — confirm exact paint options with your dealer.

Interior

Inside the Cabin

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The lineup

How it fits in the Sportage lineup

LX
Value Pick
LX
Starting at $28,790
LX
LX
Starting at $30,490
EX
EX
Starting at $30,590
LX
LX
Starting at $30,590
EX
EX
Starting at $32,390
S
S
Starting at $32,790
X-Line
X-Line
Starting at $33,090
EX
EX
Starting at $33,790
SX
SX
Starting at $34,390
X-Line
X-Line
Starting at $35,690
SX-Prestige
SX-Prestige
Starting at $36,390
SX-Prestige
SX-Prestige
Starting at $38,190
X-Pro Prestige
X-Pro Prestige
Starting at $39,690
X-Line
X-Line
Starting at $40,490
SX-Prestige
SX-Prestige
Starting at $40,590
X-Line Prestige
Flagship
X-Line Prestige
Starting at $47,190
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All specifications
First Gen Engine
Petrol: 2.0 L FE SOHC I4, 2.0 L FE DOHC I4; Diesel: 2.0 L RF turbo I4
Third Gen Engine
Petrol: 1.6 L Gamma GDi I4, 2.0 L Theta II MPi I4, 2.0 L Theta II T-GDi I4, 2.4 L Theta II MPi I4, 2.4 L Theta II GDi I4; Diesel: 1.7 L U CRDi-VGT I4, 2.0 L R CRDi-VGT I4
Fourth Gen Engine
Petrol: 1.6 L Gamma GDi I4, 1.6 L Gamma T-GDi I4, 2.0 L Nu MPi I4, 2.0 L Nu GDi I4, 2.0 L Theta II T-GDi I4, 2.4 L Theta II MPi I4, 2.4 L Theta II GDi I4; Diesel: 1.6 L Smartstream D1.6 CRDi I4, 1.7 L U II CRDi I4, 2.0 L R II CRDi I4
Second Gen Engine
Petrol: 2.0 L Beta II CVVT I4, 2.7 L Delta V6; Diesel: 2.0 L D CRDi-VGT I4
Fourth Gen Hybrid Drivetrain
Mild Hybrid (EcoDynamics+)
First Gen Transmission
4-speed automatic, 5-speed manual
Third Gen Transmission
5/6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic
Fourth Gen Transmission
6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, 7-speed DCT, 8-speed automatic
Second Gen Transmission
5/6-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
Third Gen Curb Weight
1,410–1,625 kg (3,109–3,583 lb)
Second Gen Curb Weight
1,480–1,685 kg (3,263–3,715 lb)
Class
Compact SUV (1993–2004), Compact crossover SUV (C) (2004–present)
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

NHTSA Safety

Recalls

Most recent recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
NHTSA #26V046000

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel disp…

1 recall on record from NHTSA. Recall coverage can vary by VIN.

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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)

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