Kia Sportage Hybrid vs Kia EV9
Overview | |
MSRP$30,490 | MSRP$54,900 |
Listings1382 | Listings440 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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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. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine215 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh | EV Battery Capacity76.1 kWh |
MPG City41 | MPG City101 |
MPG Highway44 | MPG Highway76 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)64 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)6.75 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name215 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)64 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)6.75 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh | EV Battery Capacity76.1 kWh |
MPG City41 | MPG City101 |
MPG Highway44 | MPG Highway76 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.5 cu ft | Cargo Space20.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3598 lbs | Curb Weight5106 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height68.9 in |
Length184.4 in | Length197.2 in |
Width73.4 in | Width77.9 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase122.0 in |
Maximum Payload1384 lbs | Maximum Payload1309 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $30,490 | $54,900 |
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 | 215 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | 76.1 kWh |
MPG City | 41 | 101 |
MPG Highway | 44 | 76 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 64 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 6.75 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid | 215 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 64 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 6.75 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | 76.1 kWh |
MPG City | 41 | 101 |
MPG Highway | 44 | 76 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Optional |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.5 cu ft | 20.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3598 lbs | 5106 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 68.9 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 197.2 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 77.9 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 122.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1384 lbs | 1309 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 2000 lbs |

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