2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs 2026 Kia Sportage
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MSRP$28,790 | MSRP$38,920 |
Listings2211 | Listings1324 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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2026 Kia Sportage Reviews SummaryNo model demonstrates Kia’s growth like the Sportage compact crossover SUV. The nameplate has been around since Kia’s early days in North America, and it has evolved into a true rival for popular crossovers like the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The current-generation Sportage was introduced for the 2023 model year, and it gets revised styling for 2026. Verdict: The refreshed Sportage arrives with the competent execution we’ve come to expect from Kia. | |
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Reviews SummaryJeep’s midsize SUV gains something and loses something for the 2026 model year. A mild refresh brings a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but the Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid is no more. Styling changes outside and a bigger touchscreen inside round out the changes. Verdict: The turbo-four engine is impressive, but it can’t account for the lack of a hybrid powertrain — or the price tag for the best version of this grand dame of SUVs. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space37.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3435 lbs | Curb Weight4238 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height70.8 in |
Length184.4 in | Length193.5 in |
Width73.4 in | Width84.6 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase116.7 in |
Maximum Payload1305 lbs | Maximum Payload1280 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,790 | $38,920 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | No model demonstrates Kia’s growth like the Sportage compact crossover SUV. The nameplate has been around since Kia’s early days in North America, and it has evolved into a true rival for popular crossovers like the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The current-generation Sportage was introduced for the 2023 model year, and it gets revised styling for 2026. Verdict: The refreshed Sportage arrives with the competent execution we’ve come to expect from Kia. | Jeep’s midsize SUV gains something and loses something for the 2026 model year. A mild refresh brings a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but the Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid is no more. Styling changes outside and a bigger touchscreen inside round out the changes. Verdict: The turbo-four engine is impressive, but it can’t account for the lack of a hybrid powertrain — or the price tag for the best version of this grand dame of SUVs. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | 37.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3435 lbs | 4238 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 70.8 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 193.5 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 84.6 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 116.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1305 lbs | 1280 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 6200 lbs |
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