Lexus RX Hybrid vs Kia Sportage Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$52,825 | MSRP$30,490 |
Listings687 | Listings779 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
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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 | |
Engine2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City37 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway44 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City37 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway44 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.6 cu ft | Cargo Space39.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4455 lbs | Curb Weight3598 lbs |
Height67.3 in | Height65.4 in |
Length192.5 in | Length184.4 in |
Width75.6 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1384 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $52,825 | $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 | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 37 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 44 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 232 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm | |
Horsepower | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 37 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 44 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.6 cu ft | 39.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4455 lbs | 3598 lbs |
Height | 67.3 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 184.4 in |
Width | 75.6 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1384 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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