EX Hybrid AWD
What the EX Hybrid adds over the LX (+$5,000)
| Spec | LX | EX Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 74.1 cu-ft | 73.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.6 cu-ft | 39.5 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3697 lbs | 3994 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3434 lbs | 3803 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 177 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal | 13.7 gal |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in | 37.8 in |
| EPA City MPG | 25 mpg | 35 mpg |
| EPA Combined MPG | 28 mpg | 35 mpg |
| EPA Highway MPG | 33 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Overall height | 65.4 in | 66.3 in |
| Steering type | Column Type - Motor Driver Power Steering (MDPS) | Column Type - Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.648:1 | 3.320:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 6 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 2-way driver lumbar support, 2nd-row Bench Seats with center armrest with cup holders, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat, All Wheel Drive (AWD), Full SynTex (Synthetic Leather) seating trim, Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, LED illuminated Sun Visors/Vanity Mirrors, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (x4), Outside mirror turn signal indicators, Power windows with auto up/down on all four windows, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision - Avoidance Assist (RCCA), Safe Exit Assist (SEA), Shift-by-Wire transmission, Steering wheel paddle shifters, Temporary spare wheel tire, Terrain Mode (AWD Only): Snow / Mud / Sand
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 73.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.5 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in |
| Overall height | 66.3 in |
| Overall length | 184.4 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1598 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L Turbo Hybrid, 4-cyl, GDI, DOHC 16-Valve, P1+P2 motors |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 177 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| EPA City MPG | 35 mpg |
| EPA Combined MPG | 35 mpg |
| EPA Highway MPG | 36 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.8 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.3 in |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.6 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Column Type - Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.3 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | McPherson Strut, Stabilizer and High-Performance Dampers |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link Independent, Self-Leveling, Stabilizer Bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.320:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3994 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3803 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety25 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (FCA)
- Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with STOP & GO (S&G)
- Forward Collision Avoidance - Junction Turning (FCA-JT)
- Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA2)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision - Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Rear View Monitor (RVM) with Parking Guidance-Dynamic
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (x4)
- Parking Distance Warning - Forward (PDW-F)
- Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R)
- Rear side (2nd row) airbags
- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) high-line
Infotainment2 std · 0 opt
- Steering wheel paddle shifters
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
Convenience3 std · 0 opt
- Push-button start with Smart Key and burglar alarm
- Power windows with auto up/down on all four windows
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power adjustable driver's seat
- Full SynTex (Synthetic Leather) seating trim
- Heated front seats
- 2-way driver lumbar support
- 2nd-row Bench Seats with center armrest with cup holders
Interior3 std · 0 opt
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Day/night interior rear-view mirror
- LED illuminated Sun Visors/Vanity Mirrors
Exterior9 std · 1 opt
- Power tilt-slide sunroof optional
- Acoustic Front Windshield
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- LED rear combination lamps
- Outside mirror turn signal indicators
- Auto light control (ALC)
- Privacy Rear Windows, 3rd row/Cargo Side Glass and Liftgate Glass
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp, integrated into rear spoiler
- Temporary spare wheel tire
Powertrain4 std · 0 opt
- All Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Terrain Mode (AWD Only): Snow / Mud / Sand
- Drive Mode Select (DMS): Eco / Normal / Sport / My Drive
- Shift-by-Wire transmission
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Sportage. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the EX Hybrid
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Kia Sportage EX Hybrid?
The manufacturer lists $33,790 for the 2026 Kia Sportage EX Hybrid. That is $5,000 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Kia Sportage EX Hybrid add over the LX?
Against the LX, 17 features become standard that the LX does not and 22 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.