X-Line AWD
What the X-Line adds over the LX (+$4,300)
| Spec | LX | X-Line |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3697 lbs | 3827 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3434 lbs | 3603 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4740 lbs | 4872 lbs |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in | 38 in |
| EPA City MPG | 25 mpg | 24 mpg |
| EPA Combined MPG | 28 mpg | 26 mpg |
| EPA Highway MPG | 33 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Overall height | 65.4 in | 66.9 in |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/55R19 |
| 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, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat, All Wheel Drive (AWD), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), Gloss black Upper DLO & Beltline, Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, LED illuminated Sun Visors/Vanity Mirrors, 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), Temporary spare wheel tire, Terrain Mode (AWD Only): Snow / Mud / Sand, Wireless device charging 15W (Qi)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 74.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Kia Connect |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in |
| Overall height | 66.9 in |
| Overall length | 184.4 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 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 | 187 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| EPA City MPG | 24 mpg |
| EPA Combined MPG | 26 mpg |
| EPA Highway MPG | 30 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38 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 Driver 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 | 3.648:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3827 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3603 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4872 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety26 std · 6 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)
- Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM) optional
- Surround View Monitor (SVM) optional
- 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
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA 1.5) optional
- Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control-Curve - NSCC-C optional
- Parking Collision Avoidance-Reverse (PCA-R) optional
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- 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)
- Parking Distance Warning - Side (PDW-S) optional
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Rear Occupant Alert (door-logic system)
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) high-line
Infotainment3 std · 1 opt
- 12.3-inch audio display unit with navigation and ccNC, Wireless Apple CarPlay TM, Android Auto TM, Sirus XM and Bluetooth
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
- Wireless device charging 15W (Qi)
- 12.3" color touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, HD Radio, SiriusXM, Bluetooth optional
Convenience4 std · 1 opt
- Smart (Hands-free) Power liftgate with Auto-Close functionality optional
- Push-button start with Smart Key and burglar alarm
- Power windows with auto up/down on all four windows
- 12V Power outlets (x2)
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
Seating4 std · 1 opt
- 8-way power adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat and outside mirror position optional
- 2-way driver lumbar support
- 6-way Manual Passenger Seat
Interior5 std · 3 opt
- Interior door handles - metal paint
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Day/night interior rear-view mirror
- LED illuminated Sun Visors/Vanity Mirrors
- Front seatback pockets
- LED 2nd row lamp optional
- LED cargo lamp optional
- LED overhead console lamp optional
Exterior12 std · 2 opt
- Power tilt-slide sunroof optional
- LED Projector-style headlights with high and low beams
- Power-folding outside mirrors 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
- Gloss black Upper DLO & Beltline
- Hidden single muffler
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp, integrated into rear spoiler
- Temporary spare wheel tire
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- All Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Terrain Mode (AWD Only): Snow / Mud / Sand
- Drive Mode Select (DMS): Eco / Normal / Sport / My Drive
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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 X-Line
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Kia Sportage X-Line?
The manufacturer lists $33,090 for the 2026 Kia Sportage X-Line. That is $4,300 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 X-Line add over the LX?
Against the LX, 15 features become standard that the LX does not and 13 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.