2026 Land Rover Defender vs 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$30,490 | MSRP$63,500 |
Listings209 | Listings430 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid Reviews SummaryThe Sportage is big enough for family use, but not so large that it's unwieldy or difficult to park in the city or in an owner's garage. It's packed with useful technology and boasts bold styling that stands out in a sea of similarly shaped crossovers. In hybrid form, it’s also more efficient than the gas-only version. Verdict: The 2026 Kia Sportage is sized right among compact crossover SUVs. It strikes an intriguing balance of roominess, comfort, and efficiency that ought to win over plenty of drivers. | |
2026 Land Rover Defender Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 296 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City41 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway44 | MPG Highway22 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City41 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway44 | MPG Highway22 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.5 cu ft | Cargo Space34.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3598 lbs | Curb Weight4830 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height77.4 in |
Length184.4 in | Length197.5 in |
Width73.4 in | Width82.9 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase119.0 in |
Maximum Payload1384 lbs | Maximum Payload2015 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7715 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $30,490 | $63,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The Sportage is big enough for family use, but not so large that it's unwieldy or difficult to park in the city or in an owner's garage. It's packed with useful technology and boasts bold styling that stands out in a sea of similarly shaped crossovers. In hybrid form, it’s also more efficient than the gas-only version. Verdict: The 2026 Kia Sportage is sized right among compact crossover SUVs. It strikes an intriguing balance of roominess, comfort, and efficiency that ought to win over plenty of drivers. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 41 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 44 | 22 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 41 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 44 | 22 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.5 cu ft | 34.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3598 lbs | 4830 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 77.4 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 197.5 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 82.9 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 119.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1384 lbs | 2015 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 7715 lbs |
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