EX AWD
What the EX adds over the LX (+$3,600)
| Spec | LX | EX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,990 | $32,590 |
| Overall height | 65.4 in | 66.3 in |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 1.6L Turbo Hybrid Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine, 12.3-inch LCD with integrated 4.2-inch TFT cluster, 19-inch Alloy wheels, Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger, Blind Spot-Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA), Forward Collision Avoidance Fusion (FCA-JT) with Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection and Junction Turning, Gloss black front and rear bumper garnish, Gloss black over fender trim, Gloss black radiator grille with silver trim, Gloss black side sill trim, Matte black front and rear bumper garnish, Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports seat back), Room lamp / LED room lamp, Temporary Compact Spare Tire
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 | 69.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 36.6 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 | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 187 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 24 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 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 |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $32,590 |
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 |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.6 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3603 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4872 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety32 std · 2 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance Fusion+ with Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection and Direct Oncoming Detection and Avoidance
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC with S&G)
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA2) optional
- Forward Collision Avoidance Fusion (FCA-JT) with Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection and Junction Turning
- Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Front seat-mounted side air bags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines
- Navigation based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C) optional
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW) with Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
- Parking Distance Warning - Front and Rear (PDW-F/R)
- Rear seat-mounted side airbags
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
- Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Blind Spot-Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA)
- Blind Spot-Collision Warning (BCW)
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Height adjustable up/down headrests
- Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors
- High-Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Impact sensing auto door unlock
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Speed sensing auto door locks
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High-Line
Infotainment7 std · 0 opt
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, SAT, HD Radio, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Andriod Auto (ccNC Lite)
- Bluetooth phone and streaming audio hands-free
- Front USB c-type charging and connection (x1)
- Paddle shifters
- Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports rear console)
- Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports seat back)
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key with Push Button Start with burglar alarm and panic function
- 12V power outlet (console x1, cargo x1)
- Power window with one-touch auto up/down (driver window)
- Powered front and rear windows
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
- Power windows with front one-touch auto up/down and safety
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- 2nd row air vents
- Dual-zone full automatic temperature control (FATC)
- Automatic defog system
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- Heated front seats
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support
- 4-way manual adjustable front passenger seat
- Cloth seating
- Front passenger seatback pockets
- Rear 60:40 folding with recline
- Rear center padded armrest with cup holders
Interior12 std · 0 opt
- 12.3-inch LCD with integrated 4.2-inch TFT cluster
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Extendable sunvisor
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Metal paint inside door handle
- Padded front center armrest with storage box and cupholders
- Room lamp / LED room lamp
- Soft-touch crashpad
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Illuminated sunvisor mirrors
- Front passenger seatback pockets
Exterior27 std · 1 opt
- Panoramic sunroof with power shade optional
- Power folding outside mirrors
- 19-inch Alloy wheels
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Gloss black front and rear bumper garnish
- Gloss black over fender trim
- Gloss black radiator grille with silver trim
- Gloss black side sill trim
- Gloss black window DLO surround
- Heated outside mirrors
- Heated tailgate glass
- Hidden rear tailgate glass wiper
- LED Low Projection and High MFR Beam Low and High Beam, Cube type
- LED daytime running lights (DRL) Amber Type
- LED rear combination lights
- Matte black front and rear bumper garnish
- Matte black over fender trim
- Matte black side sill trim
- Power adjustable outside mirrors
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
- Privacy rear windows (PHEV: Privacy rear windows)
- Rear spoiler
- Silver finish window DLO surround
- Auto light control
- Privacy glass (tailgate and rear windows)
- LED high mounted stop lamp
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- All Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Terrain mode, Snow, Mud, Sand modes (AWD only)
- 1.6L Turbo Hybrid Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine
- 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Eco, Sport and MyDrive
- Electric Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
- Transmission gear selector - Rotary Dial (Shift-by-wire)
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- McPherson strut front suspension
- Multi-link rear suspension
- Shock Absorber Type: Gas
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Dual-level cargo floor
- Luggage net hook
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 Sportage. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the EX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Kia Sportage EX?
The manufacturer lists $32,590 for the 2027 Kia Sportage EX. That is $3,600 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Kia Sportage EX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 14 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.