2026 Kia Sportage
The 2026 Kia Sportage is listed in 6 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid and 2.5 L 4-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 24 to 42 MPG (best: 5.6 L/100 km).
Model year2026
Versions6
ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
DriveAll-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 30 / 26 | 9.0 | 339 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Sportage FWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 33 / 28 | 8.4 | 317 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Sportage Hybrid AWD | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 35 / 36 / 35 | 6.7 | 251 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Sportage Hybrid FWD | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 41 / 44 / 42 | 5.6 | 209 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas and Electricity | 35 / 36 / 36 | 6.5 | 97 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Sportage X-pro | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 26 / 24 | 9.8 | 374 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2026 Kia Sportage.