2026 Kia Sportage
LX Hybrid FWD
HybridFWDMSRP $30,490
What the LX Hybrid adds over the LX (+$1,700)
| Spec | LX | LX 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 | 3831 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3434 lbs | 3598 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 |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in | 39.1 in |
| EPA City MPG | 25 mpg | 41 mpg |
| EPA Combined MPG | 28 mpg | 42 mpg |
| EPA Highway MPG | 33 mpg | 44 mpg |
| Overall height | 65.4 in | 65.6 in |
| Steering type | Column Type - Motor Driver Power Steering (MDPS) | Column Type - Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) |
| Final drive ratio | 3.648:1 | 3.320:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 6 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 2nd-row Bench Seats with center armrest with cup holders, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (x4), Shift-by-Wire transmission, Steering wheel paddle shifters
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 | 7.1 in |
| Overall height | 65.6 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 | 41 mpg |
| EPA Combined MPG | 42 mpg |
| EPA Highway MPG | 44 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.6 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.1 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 | 235/65R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.320:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3831 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3598 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitConvenience 2 standard · 0 optional
Driver and Passenger's central door lockPush-button start with Smart Key and burglar alarm
Exterior 7 standard · 0 optional
Acoustic Front WindshieldAuto light control (ALC)LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)LED High Mounted Stop Lamp, integrated into rear spoilerLED rear combination lampsPrivacy Rear Windows, 3rd row/Cargo Side Glass and Liftgate GlassTire Mobility Kit (TMK) - inflator based
Infotainment 2 standard · 0 optional
Automatic Collision NotificationConnected roadside assistanceFind My Vehicle / Last-mile locationRemote door lock/unlock via smartphone appRemote engine start via smartphone appSOS Emergency Call buttonSteering wheel paddle shiftersSteering wheel-mounted audio controlsStolen Vehicle Recovery
Interior 2 standard · 0 optional
Day/night interior rear-view mirrorLeather-wrapped steering wheel
Powertrain 3 standard · 0 optional
Drive Mode Select (DMS): Eco / Normal / Sport / My DriveFront Wheel Drive (FWD)Shift-by-Wire transmission
Safety 23 standard · 0 optional
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)Downhill Brake Control (DBC)Driver Attention Warning (DAW)Dual front advanced airbagsDual front seat-mounted side airbagsElectronic Stability Control (ESC)Forward Collision Avoidance - Junction Turning (FCA-JT)Forward Collision Avoidance with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (FCA)Full-length side curtain airbagsHigh Beam Assist (HBA)Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)ImmobilizerLane Departure Warning (LDW)Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA2)Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (x4)Parking Distance Warning - Forward (PDW-F)Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R)Rear View Monitor (RVM) with Parking Guidance-DynamicRear side (2nd row) airbagsSmart Cruise Control (SCC) with STOP & GO (S&G)Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) high-lineTrailer Stability Assist (TSA)
Seating 3 standard · 0 optional
2nd-row Bench Seats with center armrest with cup holders6-way Manual Driver SeatCloth seating trim
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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