INFINITI QX80 vs Kia Sportage Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$83,750 | MSRP$30,490 |
Listings350 | Listings1225 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 450 hp V6 | Engine1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower450 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City16 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway44 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 450 hp V6 | Engine Name1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque516 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower450 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City16 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway44 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.4 cu ft | Cargo Space39.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight5816 lbs | Curb Weight3598 lbs |
Height76.9 in | Height65.4 in |
Length211.2 in | Length184.4 in |
Width92.5 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase121.1 in | Wheelbase108.5 in |
Maximum Payload1455 lbs | Maximum Payload1384 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity8500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $83,750 | $30,490 |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 450 hp V6 | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 450 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 16 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 44 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 450 hp V6 | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 516 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 450 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 16 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 44 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.4 cu ft | 39.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5816 lbs | 3598 lbs |
Height | 76.9 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 211.2 in | 184.4 in |
Width | 92.5 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1455 lbs | 1384 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 8500 lbs | |

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