2026 Kia Sportage
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
The 2026 Kia Sportage is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV)
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Dual-clutch
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
- Seating
- Not available
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Varies by configuration: Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Dual-clutch | |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 42 mpg (5.6 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | |
| City | 41 mpg (5.7 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 44 mpg (5.3 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Sportage AWD · 2.5L · AWD · 8-speed automatic
- Sportage FWD · 2.5L · FWD · 8-speed automatic
- Sportage Hybrid AWD · 1.6L · AWD · 6-speed dct · Hybrid
- Sportage Hybrid FWD · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed dct · Hybrid
- Sportage Plug-in Hybrid · 1.6L · AWD · 6-speed dct · Plug-in Hybrid
- Sportage X-pro · 2.5L · AWD · 8-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked September 30, 2026.
26V046000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's…
Reported January 27, 2026. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved September 30, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved September 30, 2026 · US Government public data
Last verified: September 30, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2026 Kia Sportage have?
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Kia Sportage?
Combined fuel economy is 42 mpg (5.6 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2026 Kia Sportage front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2026 Kia Sportage?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked September 30, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.