2022 Kia Sportage vs 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$24,090 | MSRP$49,400 |
Listings123 | Listings59 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2022 Kia Sportage Reviews SummaryThe 2022 Kia Sportage is a stylish, sophisticated, safe, and–with its available turbocharged engine–speedy SUV. Kia hasn't redesigned it since 2017, but that doesn't mean you should cross it off of your shopping list. Even the technology is up to date. Compact in size, the 2022 Sportage comes in LX, LX Nightsky, EX, EX Premium S, and SX trim levels with front- or all-wheel drive. LX Nightsky trim is new, replacing the LX S version for 2022. The Sportage EX gains a standard panoramic sunroof for 2022. In Canada, MSRP ranges from $25,995 to $40,195, plus a destination charge of $1,850. Our test vehicle for this review was an SX, which comes with the turbocharged engine and standard AWD and was also equipped with a cargo mat and a tow hitch. The sticker price came to $42,746, including destination (Canadian, estimated). (A U.S. model is shown; the exterior colour on the test unit is not available in Canada, where the SX comes only with red, white, grey, or black paint.) | |
2023 Lexus RX Hybrid Reviews SummarySince the redesigned 2023 Lexus RX mid-size crossover went on sale toward the end of 2022, the automaker has filled out its electrified line-up with three hybrid models: the RX 350h, RX 450h+ PHEV, and the RX 500h F Sport Performance. Based on time spent driving two of these three new 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid models, we expect them to at least double, if not triple, the previous-generation RX 450h’s share of sales. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 181 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City37 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 181 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque175 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City37 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.7 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3305 lbs | Curb Weight4455 lbs |
Height64.4 in | Height67.3 in |
Length176.4 in | Length192.5 in |
Width73.0 in | Width75.6 in |
Wheelbase105.1 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1202 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3494 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,090 | $49,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The 2022 Kia Sportage is a stylish, sophisticated, safe, and–with its available turbocharged engine–speedy SUV. Kia hasn't redesigned it since 2017, but that doesn't mean you should cross it off of your shopping list. Even the technology is up to date. Compact in size, the 2022 Sportage comes in LX, LX Nightsky, EX, EX Premium S, and SX trim levels with front- or all-wheel drive. LX Nightsky trim is new, replacing the LX S version for 2022. The Sportage EX gains a standard panoramic sunroof for 2022. In Canada, MSRP ranges from $25,995 to $40,195, plus a destination charge of $1,850. Our test vehicle for this review was an SX, which comes with the turbocharged engine and standard AWD and was also equipped with a cargo mat and a tow hitch. The sticker price came to $42,746, including destination (Canadian, estimated). (A U.S. model is shown; the exterior colour on the test unit is not available in Canada, where the SX comes only with red, white, grey, or black paint.) | Since the redesigned 2023 Lexus RX mid-size crossover went on sale toward the end of 2022, the automaker has filled out its electrified line-up with three hybrid models: the RX 350h, RX 450h+ PHEV, and the RX 500h F Sport Performance. Based on time spent driving two of these three new 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid models, we expect them to at least double, if not triple, the previous-generation RX 450h’s share of sales. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 181 hp I4 | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 37 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 181 hp I4 | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 175 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 37 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.7 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3305 lbs | 4455 lbs |
Height | 64.4 in | 67.3 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 192.5 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 75.6 in |
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1202 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 3494 lbs |
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