Kia Sportage vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$26,290 | MSRP$40,620 |
Listings3664 | Listings311 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 |
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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 SummaryThe Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV’s popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive fuel economy rating. However, generally speaking, the 2023 Toyota Highlander is not what it should be, and specifically, the Highlander Hybrid doesn’t meet efficiency expectations. Unfortunately, this Toyota faces few rivals. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3373 lbs | Curb Weight4330 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height68.1 in |
Length183.5 in | Length194.9 in |
Width73.4 in | Width76.0 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1301 lbs | Maximum Payload1495 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $26,290 | $40,620 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 5.7 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | The Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV’s popularity is understandable, given the midsize, three-row crossover's impressive fuel economy rating. However, generally speaking, the 2023 Toyota Highlander is not what it should be, and specifically, the Highlander Hybrid doesn’t meet efficiency expectations. Unfortunately, this Toyota faces few rivals. But the Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models are worthy alternatives. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.5L 243 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3373 lbs | 4330 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 194.9 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 76.0 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1301 lbs | 1495 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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