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✦ 2026 Kia Sportage · 6 Trims

Which 2026 Kia Sportage fits you best?

Compare Sportage LX, EX, SX, SX Prestige, X-Line, and X-Pro trims side-by-side at World Kia Joliet — built to help you decide in minutes, not weeks.

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  • Best Value Entry

    Sportage Gas

    • Lower upfront price*
    • Strong highway performance
    • Familiar maintenance
  • Best Fuel Saver

    Sportage Hybrid

    • Excellent city MPG*
    • Long-term fuel savings
    • Quieter daily commute

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Illustrative estimate using placeholder MPG values. Actual mileage will vary.*



Estimated 5-Year Hybrid Savings
$3,188
Annual gas cost: $2,019
Annual hybrid cost: $1,382
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2026 Trim Lineup

Every 2026 Sportage trim, at a glance

From the value-packed LX to the trail-ready X-Pro — find the version of Sportage that fits the way you drive.

  • Best Budget Value

    Sportage LX

    MSRP $28,790*
    An affordable entry point packed with modern safety technology.
    Standard equipment includes:
    • 2.5L GDI engine, FWD (AWD available)
    • 12.3″ touchscreen display
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
    • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
    • Lane Keeping & Lane Following Assist
    • LED headlights & daytime running lights
    • 17″ alloy wheels
    • Cloth seating with 6-way driver seat
  • ★ Most Popular

    Sportage EX

    MSRP $30,590*
    The sweet spot for comfort, convenience, and everyday value.
    Everything in LX, plus:
    • Heated front seats
    • Dual-zone automatic climate control
    • Power-adjustable driver’s seat
    • Smart power liftgate
    • Blind-Spot Collision Warning
    • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning
    • 18″ alloy wheels
    • Roof rails & privacy glass
  • Best Adventure Style

    Sportage X-Line

    MSRP $33,090*
    For drivers who want rugged styling and added confidence.
    Everything in EX, plus:
    • X-Line exclusive front & rear styling
    • Gloss-black grille & black exterior accents
    • Roof rails with raised roof rails
    • 18″ dark alloy wheels
    • Sport-tuned suspension*
    • Terrain-mode drive select (AWD)
    • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
    • Privacy glass & satin chrome trim
  • Best Technology Value

    Sportage SX

    MSRP $34,390*
    Designed for drivers who want larger screens, enhanced technology, and premium connectivity.
    Everything in X-Line, plus:
    • Panoramic sunroof
    • SynTex® leatherette seating
    • Wireless smartphone charging
    • Dual 12.3″ panoramic curved displays*
    • Harman Kardon® premium audio
    • Surround View Monitor*
    • Navigation with real-time traffic
    • 19″ alloy wheels
  • Best Premium Experience

    Sportage SX Prestige

    MSRP $36,390*
    The most refined Sportage experience with luxury-inspired comfort and advanced technology.
    Everything in SX, plus:
    • Premium Nappa-style leather seating
    • Ventilated front seats
    • Heated rear outboard seats
    • Heated steering wheel
    • Highway Driving Assist
    • Blind-Spot View Monitor
    • Remote Smart Parking Assist*
    • Kia Digital Key* & memory driver settings
  • Best Off-Road Capability

    Sportage X-Pro

    MSRP $39,690*
    Built for adventure-minded shoppers seeking enhanced capability and distinctive design.
    Everything in SX Prestige, plus:
    • 17″ matte-black alloy wheels
    • All-terrain tires*
    • Increased ground clearance*
    • Off-road front & rear bumpers
    • Hill descent control
    • Multi-terrain AWD with center lock
    • X-Pro exclusive dark badging
    • Water-resistant SynTex® seating

*MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title, and registration. Actual dealer price may vary. Features shown are representative; final equipment varies by package and availability.

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Feature LX EX X-Line SX SX Prestige X-Pro Prestige
Engine Inline 4-cylinder Inline 4-cylinder Inline 4-cylinder Inline 4-cylinder Inline 4-cylinder Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement (liters) 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5
Horsepower @ RPM 187 @ 6100 187 @ 6100 187 @ 6100 187 @ 6100 187 @ 6100 187 @ 6100
Torque @ RPM 178 @ 4000 178 @ 4000 178 @ 4000 178 @ 4000 178 @ 4000 178 @ 4000
Compression Ratio 13.0:1 13.0:1 13.0:1 13.0:1 13.0:1 13.0:1
Valve Train DOHC 4-valve DOHC 4-valve DOHC 4-valve DOHC 4-valve DOHC 4-valve DOHC 4-valve
Fuel system: Direct Injection (GDI) + Multi-port Injection (MPI) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
All-Wheel Drive Optional Optional Optional (with Terrain Mode) Optional Optional Optional (with Terrain Mode)
8-speed automatic ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Drive Mode Select ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.) 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.) 1,653 1,653 1,653 1,653 1,653 1,653
SE
Engine
Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement(liters)
2.5
Horsepower @ RPM
187 @ 6100
Torque @ RPM
178 @ 4000
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Valve Train
DOHC 16-valve
Fuel system: Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) with Multi-Port Injection (MPI)
✓
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
✓
HTRAC All Wheel Drive
Optional
8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC®
✓
Idle Stop & Go (ISG)
✓
Drive Mode Select
✓
Column-mounted Shift-by-Wire
—
Steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters
—
Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.)
2750.0
Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.)
1650.0
Tow hitch
Accessory
Trailer pre-wiring
✓
SEL
Engine
Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement(liters)
2.5
Horsepower @ RPM
187 @ 6100
Torque @ RPM
178 @ 4000
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Valve Train
DOHC 16-valve
Fuel system: Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) with Multi-Port Injection (MPI)
✓
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
✓
HTRAC All Wheel Drive
Optional
8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC®
✓
Idle Stop & Go (ISG)
✓
Drive Mode Select
✓
Column-mounted Shift-by-Wire
—
Steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters
—
Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.)
2750.0
Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.)
1650.0
Tow hitch
Accessory
Trailer pre-wiring
✓
XRT
Engine
Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement(liters)
2.5
Horsepower @ RPM
187 @ 6100
Torque @ RPM
178 @ 4000
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Valve Train
DOHC 16-valve
Fuel system: Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) with Multi-Port Injection (MPI)
✓
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
✓
HTRAC All Wheel Drive
Optional (with Terrain Mode)
8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC®
✓
Idle Stop & Go (ISG)
✓
Drive Mode Select
✓
Column-mounted Shift-by-Wire
—
Steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters
—
Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.)
2750.0
Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.)
1650.0
Tow hitch
Accessory
Trailer pre-wiring
✓
SEL Premium
Engine
Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement(liters)
2.5
Horsepower @ RPM
187 @ 6100
Torque @ RPM
178 @ 4000
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Valve Train
DOHC 16-valve
Fuel system: Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) with Multi-Port Injection (MPI)
✓
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
✓
HTRAC All Wheel Drive
Optional
8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC®
✓
Idle Stop & Go (ISG)
✓
Drive Mode Select
✓
Column-mounted Shift-by-Wire
—
Steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters
—
Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.)
2750.0
Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.)
1650.0
Tow hitch
Accessory
Trailer pre-wiring
✓
Limited
Engine
Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement(liters)
2.5
Horsepower @ RPM
187 @ 6100
Torque @ RPM
178 @ 4000
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Valve Train
DOHC 16-valve
Fuel system: Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) with Multi-Port Injection (MPI)
✓
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
✓
HTRAC All Wheel Drive
Optional
8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC®
✓
Idle Stop & Go (ISG)
✓
Drive Mode Select
✓
Column-mounted Shift-by-Wire
—
Steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters
—
Towing capacity with trailer brakes (lbs.)
2750.0
Towing capacity without trailer brakes (lbs.)
1650.0
Tow hitch
Accessory
Trailer pre-wiring
✓
Feature LX EX X-Line SX SX Prestige X-Pro Prestige
Alloy Wheels 17-inch 18-inch 19-inch X-Line Exclusive 18-inch 19-inch 17-inch X-Pro Exclusive
Tires 235/65 R17 235/60 R18 235/55 R19 235/60 R18 235/55 R19 235/65 R17
Compact Spare Tire — ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
LED Projector Headlights ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ — —
LED Cube Projector Headlights — — — — ✓ ✓
LED Fog Lights — — Optional — ✓ ✓
Automatic headlights ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
High Beam Assist ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Side mirrors Bodycolor Bodycolor Black Bodycolor Bodycolor Black
SE
Alloy Wheels
17-inch
Tires
235/65 R17
Compact Spare Tire
✓
Headlights
Bi-LED
LED front turn signals
✓
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
LED
Taillights
Bulb-type
Automatic headlights
✓
High Beam Assist
✓
Side mirrors
Bodycolor
Heated side mirrors
—
Side mirror LED turn-signal indicators
—
SEL
Alloy Wheels
18-inch
Tires
235/60 R18
Compact Spare Tire
✓
Headlights
Bi-LED
LED front turn signals
✓
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
LED
Taillights
Bulb-type
Automatic headlights
✓
High Beam Assist
✓
Side mirrors
Bodycolor
Heated side mirrors
✓
Side mirror LED turn-signal indicators
—
XRT
Alloy Wheels
18-inch XRT-exclusive
Tires
235/60 R18
Compact Spare Tire
✓
Headlights
Bi-LED
LED front turn signals
✓
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Premium LED
Taillights
LED
Automatic headlights
✓
High Beam Assist
✓
Side mirrors
Black
Heated side mirrors
✓
Side mirror LED turn-signal indicators
✓
SEL Premium
Alloy Wheels
18-inch
Tires
235/60 R18
Compact Spare Tire
✓
Headlights
Bi-LED
LED front turn signals
✓
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
LED
Taillights
LED
Automatic headlights
✓
High Beam Assist
✓
Side mirrors
Bodycolor
Heated side mirrors
✓
Side mirror LED turn-signal indicators
✓
Limited
Alloy Wheels
19-inch
Tires
235/55 R19
Compact Spare Tire
✓
Headlights
Bi-LED (Projector-type)
LED front turn signals
✓
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Premium LED
Taillights
LED
Automatic headlights
✓
High Beam Assist
✓
Side mirrors
Bodycolor
Heated side mirrors
✓
Side mirror LED turn-signal indicators
✓
Feature LX EX X-Line SX SX Prestige X-Pro Prestige
Passenger Seating 5 5 5 5 5 5
6-Way Manual Driver’s Seat ✓ — — — — —
10-Way Power Driver’s Seat w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment Optional ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
4-Way Manual Passenger’s Seat ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ — —
8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat — — — — ✓ ✓
Heated Front Seats Optional ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Ventilated Front Seats — — — — ✓ ✓
Heated Steering Wheel — — — — ✓ ✓
Driver’s Memory Seat & Side View Mirrors System — — Optional ✓ ✓ ✓
60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Rear Seats ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Solar Control Glass — — — — ✓ ✓
Panoramic Sunroof w/ Power Sunshade — Optional Optional ✓ ✓ ✓
Woven Cloth Seat Trim ✓ — — — — —
SynTex Seat Trim — ✓ — ✓ — —
Premium SynTex Seat Trim — — — — ✓ —
X-Line/X-Pro SynTex Seat Trim — — ✓ — — ✓
LX
Passenger Seating
5
6-Way Manual Driver’s Seat
✓
10-Way Power Driver’s Seat w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment
Optional
4-Way Manual Passenger’s Seat
✓
8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat
—
Heated Front Seats
Optional
Ventilated Front Seats
—
Heated Steering Wheel
—
Driver’s Memory Seat & Side View Mirrors System
—
60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Rear Seats
✓
Solar Control Glass
—
Panoramic Sunroof w/ Power Sunshade
—
Woven Cloth Seat Trim
✓
SynTex Seat Trim
—
Premium SynTex Seat Trim
—
X-Line/X-Pro SynTex Seat Trim
—
EX
Passenger Seating
5
6-Way Manual Driver’s Seat
—
10-Way Power Driver’s Seat w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment
✓
4-Way Manual Passenger’s Seat
✓
8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat
—
Heated Front Seats
✓
Ventilated Front Seats
✓
Heated Steering Wheel
—
Driver’s Memory Seat & Side View Mirrors System
—
60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Rear Seats
✓
Solar Control Glass
—
Panoramic Sunroof w/ Power Sunshade
Optional
Woven Cloth Seat Trim
✓
SynTex Seat Trim
✓
Premium SynTex Seat Trim
—
X-Line/X-Pro SynTex Seat Trim
—
X-Line
Passenger Seating
5
6-Way Manual Driver’s Seat
—
10-Way Power Driver’s Seat w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment
✓
4-Way Manual Passenger’s Seat
✓
8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat
—
Heated Front Seats
✓
Ventilated Front Seats
✓
Heated Steering Wheel
—
Driver’s Memory Seat & Side View Mirrors System
Optional
60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Rear Seats
✓
Solar Control Glass
—
Panoramic Sunroof w/ Power Sunshade
Optional
Woven Cloth Seat Trim
—
SynTex Seat Trim
—
Premium SynTex Seat Trim
—
X-Line/X-Pro SynTex Seat Trim
✓
SX
Passenger Seating
5
6-Way Manual Driver’s Seat
—
10-Way Power Driver’s Seat w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment
✓
4-Way Manual Passenger’s Seat
✓
8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat
—
Heated Front Seats
✓
Ventilated Front Seats
✓
Heated Steering Wheel
—
Driver’s Memory Seat & Side View Mirrors System
✓
60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Rear Seats
✓
Solar Control Glass
—
Panoramic Sunroof w/ Power Sunshade
✓
Woven Cloth Seat Trim
—
SynTex Seat Trim
✓
Premium SynTex Seat Trim
—
X-Line/X-Pro SynTex Seat Trim
—
SX Prestige
Passenger Seating
5
6-Way Manual Driver’s Seat
—
10-Way Power Driver’s Seat w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment
✓
4-Way Manual Passenger’s Seat
—
8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat
✓
Heated Front Seats
✓
Ventilated Front Seats
✓
Heated Steering Wheel
—
Driver’s Memory Seat & Side View Mirrors System
✓
60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Rear Seats
✓
Solar Control Glass
✓
Panoramic Sunroof w/ Power Sunshade
✓
Woven Cloth Seat Trim
—
SynTex Seat Trim
—
Premium SynTex Seat Trim
✓
X-Line/X-Pro SynTex Seat Trim
—
X-Pro Prestige
Passenger Seating
5
6-Way Manual Driver’s Seat
—
10-Way Power Driver’s Seat w/ 2-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment
✓
4-Way Manual Passenger’s Seat
—
8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat
✓
Heated Front Seats
✓
Ventilated Front Seats
✓
Heated Steering Wheel
✓
Driver’s Memory Seat & Side View Mirrors System
✓
60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Rear Seats
✓
Solar Control Glass
✓
Panoramic Sunroof w/ Power Sunshade
✓
Woven Cloth Seat Trim
—
SynTex Seat Trim
—
Premium SynTex Seat Trim
—
X-Line/X-Pro SynTex Seat Trim
✓
Feature LX EX X-Line SX SX Prestige X-Pro Prestige
Dual Front Advanced Airbags ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Dual Front Side Airbags ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Dual Rear Side Airbags ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Rollover Sensor ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Rearview Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Hill Start Assist Control ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
LX
Dual Front Advanced Airbags
✓
Dual Front Side Airbags
✓
Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
✓
Dual Rear Side Airbags
✓
Rollover Sensor
✓
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
✓
3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions
✓
Rearview Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance
✓
Hill Start Assist Control
✓
High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
✓
EX
Dual Front Advanced Airbags
✓
Dual Front Side Airbags
✓
Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
✓
Dual Rear Side Airbags
✓
Rollover Sensor
✓
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
✓
3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions
✓
Rearview Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance
✓
Hill Start Assist Control
✓
High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
✓
X-Line
Dual Front Advanced Airbags
✓
Dual Front Side Airbags
✓
Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
✓
Dual Rear Side Airbags
✓
Rollover Sensor
✓
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
✓
3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions
✓
Rearview Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance
✓
Hill Start Assist Control
✓
High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
✓
SX
Dual Front Advanced Airbags
✓
Dual Front Side Airbags
✓
Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
✓
Dual Rear Side Airbags
✓
Rollover Sensor
✓
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
✓
3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions
✓
Rearview Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance
✓
Hill Start Assist Control
✓
High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
✓
SX Prestige
Dual Front Advanced Airbags
✓
Dual Front Side Airbags
✓
Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
✓
Dual Rear Side Airbags
✓
Rollover Sensor
✓
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
✓
3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions
✓
Rearview Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance
✓
Hill Start Assist Control
✓
High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
✓
X-Pro Prestige
Dual Front Advanced Airbags
✓
Dual Front Side Airbags
✓
Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
✓
Dual Rear Side Airbags
✓
Rollover Sensor
✓
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
✓
3-Point Seat Belts for All Seating Positions
✓
Rearview Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance
✓
Hill Start Assist Control
✓
High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
✓
Feature LX EX X-Line SX SX Prestige X-Pro Prestige
Height: w/o Roof Rails (FWD) 65.4 in. 65.4 in. — — — —
Height: w/o Roof Rails (AWD) 66.1 in. — — — — —
Height: w/ Roof Rails (FWD) — 65.6 in. — 65.6 in. 65.6 in. —
Height: w/ Roof Rails (AWD) — 66.3 in. 66.9 in. — 66.3 in. 66.9 in.
Width 73.4 in. 73.4 in. 73.4 in. 73.4 in. 73.4 in. 73.4 in.
Length 184.4 in. 184.4 in. 184.4 in. 184.4 in. 184.4 in. 184.4 in.
Wheelbase 108.5 in. 108.5 in. 108.5 in. 108.5 in. 108.5 in. 108.5 in.
Track: Front/Rear 63.8 / 64.1 in. 63.6 / 63.9 in. 63.6 / 63.9 in. 63.6 / 63.9 in. 63.6 / 63.9 in. 63.8 / 64.1 in.
Ground Clearance (FWD) 7.1 in. 7.1 in. — 7.1 in. 7.1 in. —
Ground Clearance (AWD) 8.3 in. 8.3 in. 8.3 in. — 8.3 in. 8.3 in.
Gross Weight: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) 4,740 4,740 — 4,740 4,740 —
Gross Weight: All-Wheel Drive (AWD) 4,872 4,872 4,872 — 4,872 4,872
LX
Height: w/o Roof Rails (FWD)
65.4 in.
Height: w/o Roof Rails (AWD)
66.1 in.
Height: w/ Roof Rails (FWD)
—
Height: w/ Roof Rails (AWD)
—
Width
73.4 in.
Length
184.4 in.
Wheelbase
108.5 in.
Track: Front/Rear
63.8 / 64.1 in.
Ground Clearance (FWD)
7.1 in.
Ground Clearance (AWD)
8.3 in.
Gross Weight: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
4,740
Gross Weight: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
4,872
EX
Height: w/o Roof Rails (FWD)
65.4 in.
Height: w/o Roof Rails (AWD)
—
Height: w/ Roof Rails (FWD)
65.6 in.
Height: w/ Roof Rails (AWD)
66.3 in.
Width
73.4 in.
Length
184.4 in.
Wheelbase
108.5 in.
Track: Front/Rear
63.6 / 63.9 in.
Ground Clearance (FWD)
7.1 in.
Ground Clearance (AWD)
8.3 in.
Gross Weight: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
4,740
Gross Weight: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
4,872
X-Line
Height: w/o Roof Rails (FWD)
—
Height: w/o Roof Rails (AWD)
—
Height: w/ Roof Rails (FWD)
—
Height: w/ Roof Rails (AWD)
66.9 in.
Width
73.4 in.
Length
184.4 in.
Wheelbase
108.5 in.
Track: Front/Rear
63.6 / 63.9 in.
Ground Clearance (FWD)
—
Ground Clearance (AWD)
8.3 in.
Gross Weight: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
—
Gross Weight: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
4,872
SX
Height: w/o Roof Rails (FWD)
—
Height: w/o Roof Rails (AWD)
—
Height: w/ Roof Rails (FWD)
65.6 in.
Height: w/ Roof Rails (AWD)
—
Width
73.4 in.
Length
184.4 in.
Wheelbase
108.5 in.
Track: Front/Rear
63.6 / 63.9 in.
Ground Clearance (FWD)
7.1 in.
Ground Clearance (AWD)
—
Gross Weight: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
4,740
Gross Weight: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
—
SX Prestige
Height: w/o Roof Rails (FWD)
—
Height: w/o Roof Rails (AWD)
—
Height: w/ Roof Rails (FWD)
65.6 in.
Height: w/ Roof Rails (AWD)
66.3 in.
Width
73.4 in.
Length
184.4 in.
Wheelbase
108.5 in.
Track: Front/Rear
63.6 / 63.9 in.
Ground Clearance (FWD)
7.1 in.
Ground Clearance (AWD)
8.3 in.
Gross Weight: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
4,740
Gross Weight: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
4,872
X-Pro Prestige
Height: w/o Roof Rails (FWD)
—
Height: w/o Roof Rails (AWD)
—
Height: w/ Roof Rails (FWD)
—
Height: w/ Roof Rails (AWD)
66.9 in.
Width
73.4 in.
Length
184.4 in.
Wheelbase
108.5 in.
Track: Front/Rear
63.8 / 64.1 in.
Ground Clearance (FWD)
—
Ground Clearance (AWD)
8.3 in.
Gross Weight: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
—
Gross Weight: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
4,872
Feature LX EX X-Line SX SX Prestige X-Pro Prestige
City/Highway/Combined (FWD) 25 / 33 / 28 25 / 33 / 28 — 25 / 33 / 28 25 / 33 / 28 —
City/Highway/Combined (AWD) 24 / 30 / 26 24 / 30 / 26 24 / 30 / 26 — 24 / 30 / 26 24 / 30 / 26
Fuel tank capacity (gal.) 14.3 14.3 14.3 14.3 14.3 14.3
LX
City/Highway/Combined (FWD)
25 / 33 / 28
City/Highway/Combined (AWD)
24 / 30 / 26
Fuel tank capacity (gal.)
14.3
EX
City/Highway/Combined (FWD)
25 / 33 / 28
City/Highway/Combined (AWD)
24 / 30 / 26
Fuel tank capacity (gal.)
14.3
X-Line
City/Highway/Combined (FWD)
—
City/Highway/Combined (AWD)
24 / 30 / 26
Fuel tank capacity (gal.)
14.3
SX
City/Highway/Combined (FWD)
25 / 33 / 28
City/Highway/Combined (AWD)
—
Fuel tank capacity (gal.)
14.3
SX Prestige
City/Highway/Combined (FWD)
25 / 33 / 28
City/Highway/Combined (AWD)
24 / 30 / 26
Fuel tank capacity (gal.)
14.3
X-Pro Prestige
City/Highway/Combined (FWD)
—
City/Highway/Combined (AWD)
24 / 30 / 26
Fuel tank capacity (gal.)
14.3
Performance

Engineered for the way you drive

Confident power, available AWD, and an efficient Hybrid powertrain — pick the Sportage that matches your road.

  • 38
    Est. Hybrid MPG*
    Combined city/hwy
  • 227
    HP available
    Hybrid system output
  • AWD
    Available across lineup
  • X-Pro
    Trail-rated capability
    Off-road suspension

*Gas mileage based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions.

How It Stacks Up

Why shoppers choose Sportage

Compact SUV shoppers consistently choose Sportage for its technology, value, and design.

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    Sportage vs Honda CR-V

    More standard tech and a longer warranty.

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    Sportage vs Toyota RAV4

    Bigger dual-display experience and bolder design.

  • Comparison

    Sportage vs Nissan Rogue

    More premium-feeling interior and richer trim variety.

  • Comparison

    Sportage vs Hyundai Tucson

    Sharper styling with the rugged X-Line and X-Pro options.

Kia Drive Wise

Confidence engineered in

A standard and available suite of advanced driver-assistance technology designed to help you stay aware on every drive.*

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
  • Blind-Spot Collision Warning
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Lane Following Assist
  • Smart Cruise Control
  • Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
  • Highway Driving Assist
  • Parking Sensors
  • Surround View Monitor

*Driver assistance features are supplemental and do not replace safe driving. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.

Local To You

Shop the 2026 Kia Sportage near Chicago at World Kia Joliet

Convenient to drivers across the Southwest Suburbs and the greater Chicagoland Area — with financing, trade-in support and a full Kia service center on-site.

Joliet
Plainfield
Shorewood
New Lenox
Crest Hill
Lockport
Romeoville
Bolingbrook
Channahon
Minooka

  • Local Kia Dealer

    Proudly serving the Chicagoland area.

  • Flexible Financing

    Programs for every credit situation*.

  • Trade-In Support

    Real-world value, no pressure.

  • Kia Service Center

    Kia-certified technicians.

*See dealer for full details and eligibility.

Answers

Sportage trim questions, answered

What are the 2026 Kia Sportage trim levels?+

LX, EX, SX, SX Prestige, X-Line, and X-Pro — plus available Hybrid configurations on select trims.

What's the difference between LX and EX?+

EX adds desirable comfort and convenience features like heated seats, larger wheels, and a power liftgate over the LX.

Is SX worth the upgrade?+

If you value navigation, premium audio, a panoramic sunroof, and a Surround View Monitor, the SX is the best technology value.

Which Sportage has the best technology?+

SX Prestige is the top-tier tech experience with Blind Spot View Monitor, Highway Driving Assist, and Kia Digital Key.*

Which Sportage is best for families?+

Most families gravitate to EX or SX for the right balance of safety tech, comfort, and value.

Does Kia Sportage offer AWD?+

Yes — AWD is available across the lineup and standard on X-Line and X-Pro.

What makes the X-Line different?+

X-Line adds rugged styling, roof rails, and sport-tuned touches for adventure-minded shoppers.

What makes the X-Pro different?+

X-Pro adds all-terrain tires*, additional ground clearance*, and trail-focused capability over X-Line.

Can I trade in my current vehicle?+

Yes — we’ll evaluate your trade and apply its value toward your new Sportage.

Where can I buy a Kia Sportage near Chicago?+

World Kia Joliet at 2525 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, IL — convenient to the entire Southwest Suburbs.

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