Kia Sportage vs Toyota Grand Highlander
Overview | |
Years produced1995-2002 | Years produced2024-Present |
MSRP$26,290 | MSRP$43,320 |
Listings2405 | Listings132 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryAt this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage compact SUV proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands. | |
Reviews SummaryIf you have more than a couple of kids, chances are good that a regular Toyota Highlander won’t be big enough for all your needs. For many shoppers like you, the Kia Telluride and its corporate cousin, the Hyundai Palisade, have become the obvious choices. Those three-row crossovers are newer, bigger, and incredibly nice to drive. But now there’s a new Highlander. A bigger Highlander. A Grand Highlander. This all-new midsize SUV takes a popular nameplate (which, don't worry, isn’t going anywhere) and adds a little extra space. But what separates the Grand Highlander from the field is the availability of not one, but two different hybrid powertrains. This all-new model offers plenty of space, good fuel efficiency, and the automaker’s sterling reputation for reliability. So, is the 2024 Grand Highlander an immediate three-row SUV threat to the hot-selling Kia Telluride? | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 265 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower265 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 265 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower265 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3373 lbs | Curb Weight4300 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height72.1 in |
Length183.5 in | Length201.4 in |
Width73.4 in | Width78.3 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase116.1 in |
Maximum Payload1301 lbs | Maximum Payload1245 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-2002 | 2024-Present |
MSRP | $26,290 | $43,320 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | At this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage compact SUV proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands. | If you have more than a couple of kids, chances are good that a regular Toyota Highlander won’t be big enough for all your needs. For many shoppers like you, the Kia Telluride and its corporate cousin, the Hyundai Palisade, have become the obvious choices. Those three-row crossovers are newer, bigger, and incredibly nice to drive. But now there’s a new Highlander. A bigger Highlander. A Grand Highlander. This all-new midsize SUV takes a popular nameplate (which, don't worry, isn’t going anywhere) and adds a little extra space. But what separates the Grand Highlander from the field is the availability of not one, but two different hybrid powertrains. This all-new model offers plenty of space, good fuel efficiency, and the automaker’s sterling reputation for reliability. So, is the 2024 Grand Highlander an immediate three-row SUV threat to the hot-selling Kia Telluride? |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.4L 265 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 265 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.4L 265 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 265 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3373 lbs | 4300 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 72.1 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 201.4 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 78.3 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 116.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1301 lbs | 1245 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2500 lbs | 5000 lbs |
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