SX-Prestige Hybrid AWD
What the SX-Prestige Hybrid adds over the LX (+$11,800)
| Spec | LX | SX-Prestige 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 | 235/55R19 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.648:1 | 3.320:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 6 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 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, 2nd-row heated seats, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat, 8-way power adjustable passenger seat, All Wheel Drive (AWD), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), Digital Key 2 UWB (Ultra-wideband), Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, Heated steering wheel, Highway Driving Assist (HDA 2.0), Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat and outside mirror position, LED illuminated Sun Visors/Vanity Mirrors, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (x4), Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control-Curve - NSCC-C, Outside mirror turn signal indicators, Parking Collision Avoidance-Reverse (PCA-R), Parking Distance Warning - Side (PDW-S), Power tilt-slide sunroof, Power windows with auto up/down on all four windows, Power-folding outside mirrors, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision - Avoidance Assist (RCCA), Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA), Safe Exit Assist (SEA), Shift-by-Wire transmission, Solar Front Door Windows and Windshield, Steering wheel paddle shifters, Surround View Monitor (SVM), Temporary spare wheel tire, Terrain Mode (AWD Only): Snow / Mud / Sand, Ventilated front seats
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 | 235/55R19 |
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 | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety30 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (FCA)
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA 2.0)
- Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with STOP & GO (S&G)
- Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
- Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA2)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision - Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Surround View Monitor (SVM)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control-Curve - NSCC-C
- Parking Collision Avoidance-Reverse (PCA-R)
- 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 - Side (PDW-S)
- Rear side (2nd row) airbags
- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) high-line
Infotainment2 std · 0 opt
- Steering wheel paddle shifters
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
- Digital Key 2 UWB (Ultra-wideband)
- 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
Seating8 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Ventilated front seats
- 2nd-row heated seats
- Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat and outside mirror position
- 2-way driver lumbar support
- 8-way power adjustable passenger seat
- 2nd-row Bench Seats with center armrest with cup holders
Interior4 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Day/night interior rear-view mirror
- LED illuminated Sun Visors/Vanity Mirrors
Exterior12 std · 0 opt
- Power tilt-slide sunroof
- Power-folding outside mirrors
- 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
- Solar Front Door Windows and Windshield
- 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 SX-Prestige Hybrid
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige Hybrid?
The manufacturer lists $40,590 for the 2026 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige Hybrid. That is $11,800 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 SX-Prestige Hybrid add over the LX?
Against the LX, 33 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.