Kia Sportage
Features & technology

Sportage Features

Everything the Sportage offers — technology, safety, comfort, and its hybrid powertrain — explained in plain language, with the trims that include each feature. The definitive guide before you choose a trim.

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What this vehicle offers

Explore everything the Sportage offers, grouped by category. Each feature shows which trims include it.

16verified features
5categories
2standard lineup-wide
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Highlights

Standout features

The strongest verified features across the lineup — at a glance, before the category breakdowns.

Cargo
74.1 cu-ft of cargo space
How much the trunk holds with the rear seats up.
Why it matters It sets how much luggage, gear, or groceries you can carry.
Standard
Interior
Seating for 5
How many occupants the cabin is designed to seat.
Why it matters It determines whether the whole family or carpool rides comfortably.
Standard
Exterior
17-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificLX FWD, Hybrid LX, LX AWD, X-Pro Prestige
Exterior
18-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificEX FWD, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD, EX AWD, Hybrid S AWD, Hybrid EX AWD, SX
Exterior
19-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificX-Line, Hybrid X-Line, SX-Prestige FWD, SX-Prestige AWD, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line, Hybrid SX-Prestige, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
Hybrid
Hybrid-Electric Powertrain
Pairs a gasoline engine with electric motors and a battery that recharges as you drive — no plugging in.
Why it matters Hybrids typically use noticeably less fuel than a comparable gas-only engine, especially in city driving.
Trim-specificHybrid LX, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD, Hybrid S AWD, Hybrid EX AWD, Hybrid X-Line, Hybrid SX-Prestige
Hybrid
Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain
Pairs a gasoline engine with an electric motor and a battery you plug in to charge, giving an electric-only driving range plus hybrid operation once the battery is depleted.
Why it matters You can cover short trips on electricity alone and still road-trip on gasoline — provided you have somewhere to charge.
Trim-specificPlug-In Hybrid X-Line, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
Performance
Regular Gasoline I-4
The engine and its basic layout — displacement, cylinder count, and whether it is turbocharged.
Why it matters It sets how the car accelerates and how it feels to drive every day.
Trim-specificLX FWD, EX FWD, LX AWD, EX AWD, SX, X-Line, SX-Prestige FWD, SX-Prestige AWD, X-Pro Prestige
Technology Equipment data pending. Feature-level availability for infotainment, displays, and smartphone integration requires a structured equipment feed — these appear here, with the trims that include each one, once the approved feed is connected.
Safety Equipment data pending. Feature-level availability for driver assistance and active safety systems requires a structured equipment feed — these appear here, with the trims that include each one, once the approved feed is connected.
Performance
Features

Performance

Powertrain, drivetrain, and dynamics.

187 horsepower
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce.
Why it matters More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration.
Trim-specificLX FWD, EX FWD, LX AWD, EX AWD, SX, X-Line, SX-Prestige FWD, SX-Prestige AWD, X-Pro Prestige
227 horsepower
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce.
Why it matters More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration.
Trim-specificHybrid LX, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD, Hybrid S AWD, Hybrid EX AWD, Hybrid X-Line, Hybrid SX-Prestige
265 horsepower
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce.
Why it matters More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration.
Trim-specificPlug-In Hybrid X-Line, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
6-Speed Automatic
How the engine's power is geared and delivered to the wheels.
Why it matters It shapes how the car responds when you accelerate and how it settles at a cruise.
Trim-specificHybrid LX, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD, Hybrid S AWD, Hybrid EX AWD, Hybrid X-Line, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line, Hybrid SX-Prestige, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
8-Speed Automatic
How the engine's power is geared and delivered to the wheels.
Why it matters It shapes how the car responds when you accelerate and how it settles at a cruise.
Trim-specificLX FWD, EX FWD, LX AWD, EX AWD, SX, X-Line, SX-Prestige FWD, SX-Prestige AWD, X-Pro Prestige
All Wheel Drive
Which wheels the engine actually drives.
Why it matters It affects traction, cabin packaging, and confidence in poor weather.
Trim-specificLX AWD, EX AWD, Hybrid S AWD, Hybrid EX AWD, X-Line, Hybrid X-Line, SX-Prestige AWD, X-Pro Prestige, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line, Hybrid SX-Prestige, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
Front Wheel Drive
Which wheels the engine actually drives.
Why it matters It affects traction, cabin packaging, and confidence in poor weather.
Trim-specificLX FWD, Hybrid LX, EX FWD, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD, SX, SX-Prestige FWD
Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4
The engine and its basic layout — displacement, cylinder count, and whether it is turbocharged.
Why it matters It sets how the car accelerates and how it feels to drive every day.
Trim-specificHybrid LX, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD, Hybrid S AWD, Hybrid EX AWD, Hybrid X-Line, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line, Hybrid SX-Prestige, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
Regular Gasoline I-4
The engine and its basic layout — displacement, cylinder count, and whether it is turbocharged.
Why it matters It sets how the car accelerates and how it feels to drive every day.
Trim-specificLX FWD, EX FWD, LX AWD, EX AWD, SX, X-Line, SX-Prestige FWD, SX-Prestige AWD, X-Pro Prestige
Buyer tip

Hybrid vs. gas: weigh total cost

Hybrid trims usually carry a higher sticker price but lower fuel bills over time. How quickly that pays off depends on how many miles you drive each year — worth weighing before you fixate on the upfront number.

Features

Interior

Seating, materials, and cabin appointments.

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Seating for 5
How many occupants the cabin is designed to seat.
Why it matters It determines whether the whole family or carpool rides comfortably.
Standard
Exterior
Features

Exterior

Styling, lighting, and wheels.

17-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificLX FWD, Hybrid LX, LX AWD, X-Pro Prestige
18-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificEX FWD, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD, EX AWD, Hybrid S AWD, Hybrid EX AWD, SX
19-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificX-Line, Hybrid X-Line, SX-Prestige FWD, SX-Prestige AWD, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line, Hybrid SX-Prestige, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
Comfort Equipment data pending. Feature-level availability for seating comfort, climate, and convenience equipment requires a structured equipment feed — these appear here, with the trims that include each one, once the approved feed is connected.
Did you know?

Tech keeps trickling down

Features once reserved for luxury cars — wireless smartphone integration, adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring — are increasingly standard on mainstream sedans. Check each trim's equipment to see where the line falls.

Connectivity Equipment data pending. Feature-level availability for wireless connectivity and onboard services requires a structured equipment feed — these appear here, with the trims that include each one, once the approved feed is connected.
Cargo
Features

Cargo

Storage, loading, and versatility.

74.1 cu-ft of cargo space
How much the trunk holds with the rear seats up.
Why it matters It sets how much luggage, gear, or groceries you can carry.
Standard
Features

Hybrid

Hybrid-electric powertrain features.

Hybrid-Electric Powertrain
Pairs a gasoline engine with electric motors and a battery that recharges as you drive — no plugging in.
Why it matters Hybrids typically use noticeably less fuel than a comparable gas-only engine, especially in city driving.
Trim-specificHybrid LX, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD, Hybrid S AWD, Hybrid EX AWD, Hybrid X-Line, Hybrid SX-Prestige
Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain
Pairs a gasoline engine with an electric motor and a battery you plug in to charge, giving an electric-only driving range plus hybrid operation once the battery is depleted.
Why it matters You can cover short trips on electricity alone and still road-trip on gasoline — provided you have somewhere to charge.
Trim-specificPlug-In Hybrid X-Line, Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
Availability

How features change across the lineup

A quick read on what every trim shares and what each trim group adds — the full feature-by-trim detail lives in the trim comparison.

Shared across the lineup
Every trim (18)
74.1 cu-ft of cargo space · Seating for 5
Gas trims
LX FWD · EX FWD · LX AWD · EX AWD · SX · X-Line · SX-Prestige FWD · SX-Prestige AWD · X-Pro Prestige
187 horsepower · 8-Speed Automatic · Regular Gasoline I-4
Hybrid trims
Hybrid LX · Hybrid S FWD · Hybrid EX FWD · Hybrid S AWD · Hybrid EX AWD · Hybrid X-Line · Hybrid SX-Prestige · Plug-In Hybrid X-Line · Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige
6-Speed Automatic · Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4

Optional and package-controlled equipment is tracked per trim in our catalog and varies by configuration — see the trim comparison for the full feature-by-trim breakdown rather than a row-by-row list here.

The lineup

Available across the Sportage lineup

LX FWD

LX FWD

From $28,990

Front Wheel Drive defines the 2027 Kia Sportage LX FWD, giving this trim a clear efficiency focus in the Sportage range.

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Hybrid LX

Hybrid LX

From $30,590

The 2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid LX distinguishes itself with a Hybrid powertrain at a $30,590 starting MSRP.

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EX FWD

EX FWD

From $30,790

EX FWD stands apart with Front Wheel Drive and a Gas powertrain, matching a Regular Gasoline I-4 to an 8-Speed Automatic.

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LX AWD

LX AWD

From $30,790

As the LX AWD, this Sportage is defined by All Wheel Drive and an 8-Speed Automatic.

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Hybrid S FWD

Hybrid S FWD

From $31,290

Hybrid power distinguishes the 2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid S FWD, starting at $31,290.

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Hybrid EX FWD

Hybrid EX FWD

From $32,290

Hybrid EX FWD stands out in the Sportage family with its Hybrid powertrain and Front Wheel Drive.

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EX AWD

EX AWD

From $32,590

The EX AWD sets its priorities with All Wheel Drive, an 8-Speed Automatic, and Gas power.

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Hybrid S AWD

Hybrid S AWD

From $32,890

Hybrid power and All Wheel Drive define the 2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid S AWD, setting its focus apart within the Sportage family.

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Hybrid EX AWD

Hybrid EX AWD

From $33,890

The Hybrid EX AWD stands out with a Hybrid powertrain, All Wheel Drive, and a 6-Speed Automatic transmission.

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SX

SX

From $34,590

Starting at $34,590, the 2027 Kia Sportage SX centers on a Gas powertrain with Front Wheel Drive.

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X-Line

X-Line

From $34,790

At $34,790, the 2027 Kia Sportage X-Line focuses its identity on All Wheel Drive and a gas powertrain.

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Hybrid X-Line

Hybrid X-Line

From $35,790

Hybrid power, All Wheel Drive, and a 6-Speed Automatic transmission define the 2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid X-Line.

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SX-Prestige FWD

SX-Prestige FWD

From $36,590

Among Sportage trims, the 2027 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige FWD is defined by Front Wheel Drive and gas power.

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SX-Prestige AWD

SX-Prestige AWD

From $38,390

All Wheel Drive defines the 2027 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige AWD, pairing with a Regular Gasoline I-4 and 8-Speed Automatic.

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X-Pro Prestige

X-Pro Prestige

From $39,890

The X-Pro Prestige stands out with All Wheel Drive paired to a Regular Gasoline I-4 and 8-Speed Automatic.

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Plug-In Hybrid X-Line

Plug-In Hybrid X-Line

From $40,590

The 2027 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid X-Line separates itself with Plug-In Hybrid power and All Wheel Drive at $40,590.

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Hybrid SX-Prestige

Hybrid SX-Prestige

From $40,690

The Hybrid SX-Prestige distinguishes itself with a Hybrid powertrain, an Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4, and All Wheel Drive.

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Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige

Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige

From $47,390

The Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige stands apart with its Plug-In Hybrid powertrain, 265 hp, 258 lb-ft, and All Wheel Drive.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The EX FWD at $30,790 is the sweet spot for most shoppers — it steps up from the base LX FWD while keeping the same 187 hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder and 28 mpg combined. If fuel costs matter more than features, the Hybrid LX at $30,590 delivers 41 mpg combined with more horsepower (227 hp) for nearly the same price.

The gasoline trims (LX FWD through X-Pro Prestige) use a 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 187 hp; the standard hybrids use a turbocharged 1.6-liter gas-electric setup making 227 hp and up to 41 mpg combined in FWD form. The Plug-In Hybrid X-Line and Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige push output to 265 hp, add 34 miles of electric-only range, and return 83 MPGe combined — but require home charging to get full benefit.

AWD is available across gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid configurations. On the gasoline side, stepping from LX FWD to LX AWD adds $1,800 and drops fuel economy from 28 mpg combined to 26 mpg combined; hybrid AWD trims trade the FWD's 41 mpg combined for 35 mpg combined. Both plug-in hybrid trims come standard with AWD.

FWD hybrid trims (Hybrid LX, Hybrid S FWD, Hybrid EX FWD) return 40 mpg city and 42 mpg highway versus 25 mpg city and 33 mpg highway for their gasoline FWD counterparts — a substantial real-world difference for commuters. The hybrid also makes 40 more horsepower than the gas engine, so the efficiency gain doesn't come at the cost of performance.

The X-Line is the light off-road variant in the gasoline lineup, priced at $34,790 with standard AWD; the Hybrid X-Line at $35,790 adds the hybrid powertrain, and the Plug-In Hybrid X-Line at $40,590 layers in plug-in capability. All three are aimed at buyers who want a slightly more rugged look and all-weather traction without going to a dedicated off-roader like the X-Pro Prestige.

The Sportage shares its hybrid platform with the Tucson Hybrid, so powertrain and efficiency figures are closely matched — trim content and styling preference will likely decide it. The CX-50 skews sportier and more driver-focused but doesn't offer a plug-in hybrid; the Sportage's PHEV option with 34 miles of electric range is a meaningful differentiator if you can charge at home.
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