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2027 Kia Sportage
The Sportage got a major overhaul for 2026, so no significant changes are expected for 2027. MSRP runs $30,485 to $41,385. The base LX FWD starts just over $30,000, undercutting the Honda CR-V LX FWD at $32,970 and the RAV4 at $33,495. It is less fun to drive than the CR-V or Mazda CX-50 but costs less.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain2.5L gas, turbo hybrid or plug-in hybrid
Output187–261 hp
DrivetrainFWD / AWD
Seating5
Maximum towing2,500 lb
Decision answers24Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Sportage received a major overhaul for the 2026 model year, and with that redesign freshly in the rearview, they don't expect any significant changes for 2027.
Pricing for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $30,485-$41,385.
Carbuzz (opens in a new tab) says the base Sportage LX FWD, at $30,485 including destination, undercuts a comparable 2027 Honda CR-V LX FWD ($32,970) and a RAV4 starting even higher at $33,495.
How it compares to its closest rivals
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Sportage is nowhere near as enjoyable to pilot as competitors like the Honda CR-V and the Mazda CX-50, but it boasts one of the lowest starting prices in its segment along with a bevy of standard and optional features.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2027 Kia Sportage?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says no significant changes, since the major redesign already landed for 2026.
How much does the 2027 Kia Sportage cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $30,485 to $41,385.
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Record summary
What to know first
The Sportage family spans gasoline, hybrid and plug-in-hybrid powertrains. The marketed trim ladder changes across those three branches, so a Sportage trim must stay attached to its powertrain. MY2027 is confirmed as a minimal-update carryover (about $400 pricier lineup-wide), with X-Line the only trim gaining real new standard content.
Model-year note
Gas, hybrid and plug-in-hybrid Sportage trims are separate configurations even where their names overlap. For 2027 the X-Line gets a panoramic sunroof and a smart power liftgate as standard (previously SX-and-above content); everything else carries over.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| LX | Entry trim | 17-inch wheels standard, Six-speaker audio system standard, Lane-keeping assist and rear parking sensors standard |
| EX | Trim 2 of 12 | 18-inch wheels and heated front seats standard, 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation standard, Wireless charging and dual-zone climate control standard |
| SX | Trim 3 of 12 | Panoramic sunroof and smart power liftgate standard, Premium audio system standard, Builds on EX-level equipment |
| SX Prestige | Trim 4 of 12 | Ventilated front seats standard, Harman Kardon premium audio standard, Builds on SX-level equipment |
| X-Line | Trim 5 of 12 | 19-inch X-Line wheels standard, Gloss Black roof rails standard, Standard all-wheel drive |
| X-Pro | Trim 6 of 12 | 17-inch matte black alloy wheels with all-terrain tires standard, Multi-terrain drive modes and LED fog lamps standard, Standard all-wheel drive |
| X-Pro Prestige | Trim 7 of 12 | X-Pro off-road hardware (all-terrain tires, terrain modes) standard, Ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel added, SynTex seating with optional panoramic sunroof |
| Hybrid LX | Trim 8 of 12 | 1.6L turbo hybrid powertrain standard, 227 hp, LX-level 17-inch wheels and equipment carry over, Six-speed automatic transmission standard |
| Hybrid EX | Trim 9 of 12 | 1.6L turbo hybrid powertrain standard, 227 hp, EX-level 18-inch wheels and 12.3-inch touchscreen carry over, Heated front seats standard |
| Hybrid SX Prestige | Trim 10 of 12 | 1.6L turbo hybrid powertrain standard, 227 hp, SX Prestige-level ventilated seats and Harman Kardon audio carry over, Panoramic sunroof standard |
| PHEV X-Line | Trim 11 of 12 | Plug-in hybrid powertrain, 261 hp with 13.8-kWh battery, About 34 miles of EPA-estimated electric range, X-Line-level 19-inch wheels and roof rails carry over |
| PHEV X-Line Prestige | Top trim | Plug-in hybrid powertrain, 261 hp with 13.8-kWh battery, About 34 miles of EPA-estimated electric range, Highest-appointed PHEV trim with X-Line off-road styling |
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Entry trim
LX
- 17-inch wheels standard
- Six-speaker audio system standard
- Lane-keeping assist and rear parking sensors standard
02
Trim 2 of 12
EX
- 18-inch wheels and heated front seats standard
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation standard
- Wireless charging and dual-zone climate control standard
03
Trim 3 of 12
SX
- Panoramic sunroof and smart power liftgate standard
- Premium audio system standard
- Builds on EX-level equipment
04
Trim 4 of 12
SX Prestige
- Ventilated front seats standard
- Harman Kardon premium audio standard
- Builds on SX-level equipment
05
Trim 5 of 12
X-Line
- 19-inch X-Line wheels standard
- Gloss Black roof rails standard
- Standard all-wheel drive
- New for MY2027: panoramic sunroof and smart power liftgate now standard
06
Trim 6 of 12
X-Pro
- 17-inch matte black alloy wheels with all-terrain tires standard
- Multi-terrain drive modes and LED fog lamps standard
- Standard all-wheel drive
07
Trim 7 of 12
X-Pro Prestige
- X-Pro off-road hardware (all-terrain tires, terrain modes) standard
- Ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel added
- SynTex seating with optional panoramic sunroof
08
Trim 8 of 12
Hybrid LX
- 1.6L turbo hybrid powertrain standard, 227 hp
- LX-level 17-inch wheels and equipment carry over
- Six-speed automatic transmission standard
09
Trim 9 of 12
Hybrid EX
- 1.6L turbo hybrid powertrain standard, 227 hp
- EX-level 18-inch wheels and 12.3-inch touchscreen carry over
- Heated front seats standard
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Trim 10 of 12
Hybrid SX Prestige
- 1.6L turbo hybrid powertrain standard, 227 hp
- SX Prestige-level ventilated seats and Harman Kardon audio carry over
- Panoramic sunroof standard
011
Trim 11 of 12
PHEV X-Line
- Plug-in hybrid powertrain, 261 hp with 13.8-kWh battery
- About 34 miles of EPA-estimated electric range
- X-Line-level 19-inch wheels and roof rails carry over
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Top trim
PHEV X-Line Prestige
- Plug-in hybrid powertrain, 261 hp with 13.8-kWh battery
- About 34 miles of EPA-estimated electric range
- Highest-appointed PHEV trim with X-Line off-road styling
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2027 Kia Sportage: 6 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 187 | 178 | 24 / 30 / 26 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| EX | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 187 | 178 | 24 / 30 / 26 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SX | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | FWD | 187 | 178 | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| X-Line | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 187 | 178 | 24 / 30 / 26 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SX Prestige | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 187 | 178 | 24 / 30 / 26 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| X-Pro Prestige | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 187 | 178 | 24 / 30 / 26 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 3,603 lb | 184.4 in | 66.1 in | 108.5 in | 8.3 in | 19.3 ft | 14.3 gal | 39.6 in | 41.4 in | 2,500 lb | P235/65R17 |
| EX | 3,603 lb | 184.4 in | 66.3 in | 108.5 in | 8.3 in | 19.3 ft | 14.3 gal | 39.6 in | 41.4 in | 2,500 lb | P235/60R18 |
| SX | 3,434 lb | 184.4 in | 65.6 in | 108.5 in | 7.1 in | 19.3 ft | 14.3 gal | 37.8 in | 41.4 in | 2,500 lb | P235/60R18 |
| X-Line | 3,603 lb | 184.4 in | 66.9 in | 108.5 in | 8.3 in | 19.3 ft | 14.3 gal | 39.6 in | 41.4 in | 2,500 lb | P235/55R19 |
| SX Prestige | 3,603 lb | 184.4 in | 66.3 in | 108.5 in | 8.3 in | 19.3 ft | 14.3 gal | 37.8 in | 41.4 in | 2,500 lb | P235/55R19 |
| X-Pro Prestige | 3,603 lb | 184.4 in | 66.9 in | 108.5 in | 8.3 in | 19.3 ft | 14.3 gal | 37.8 in | 41.4 in | 2,500 lb | P235/65R17 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2027 Kia Sportage trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | LX | EX | SX | X-Line | SX Prestige | X-Pro Prestige |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Surround-view camera | – | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | – | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | – | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Heated front seats | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Heated windshield | – | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | – | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | – | – | – | Opt | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | – | – | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
6 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50549Sportage AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 30 | 26 | N/A |
| 50532Sportage FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 | N/A |
| 50347Sportage Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 35 | 36 | 35 | N/A |
| 50345Sportage Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 40 | 42 | 41 | N/A |
| 50706Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; PHEVPlug-in Hybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S6) | Regular Gas and Electricity | 35 | 36 | 36 | 33 mi |
| 50550Sportage X-pro | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 26 | 24 | N/A |
Direct answers
24 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 Sportage come in?
The 2027 Kia Sportage (compact SUV) comes in 12 trims: LX, EX, SX, SX Prestige, X-Line, X-Pro, X-Pro Prestige, Hybrid LX, Hybrid EX, Hybrid SX Prestige, PHEV X-Line, PHEV X-Line Prestige.
Source: Kia
Q02What are the 2027 Sportage trims?
The 2027 Kia Sportage trims are LX, EX, SX, SX Prestige, X-Line, X-Pro, X-Pro Prestige, Hybrid LX, Hybrid EX, Hybrid SX Prestige, PHEV X-Line, PHEV X-Line Prestige, listed from the entry LX up to the top PHEV X-Line Prestige.
Source: Kia
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 Sportage use?
The 2027 Kia Sportage is built around 2.5L gas, turbo hybrid or plug-in hybrid, rated at 187–261 horsepower across its compact SUV body style.
Source: Kia specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage is offered with FWD / AWD.
Source: Kia specifications
Q05What changed for the 2027 Sportage?
Gas, hybrid and plug-in-hybrid Sportage trims are separate configurations even where their names overlap. For 2027 the X-Line gets a panoramic sunroof and a smart power liftgate as standard (previously SX-and-above content); everything else carries over.
Source: Kia model-year information
Q06Which driver-assistance features are standard on a 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage is documented with Lane-keeping assist and rear parking sensors standard.
Source: Manufacturer equipment table and owner’s manual
Q07What does the Sportage (all) engine in the 2027 Kia Sportage deliver?
Engine: 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine. Horsepower: 187 hp @ 6,100 rpm. Torque: 178 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm. Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission. Max towing: 2,500 lbs. These figures belong to the Sportage (all) configuration of the 2027 Kia Sportage, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-08-26.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q08What does the Sportage Hybrid (all) engine in the 2027 Kia Sportage deliver?
Max towing: 2,000 lbs. Engine: 1.6 Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine with a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor. Horsepower: 232 hp combined. Torque: 271 lb.-ft. combined. Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission. Max towing: 2,000 lbs. These figures belong to the Sportage Hybrid (all) configuration of the 2027 Kia Sportage, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-08-26.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q09What does the Sportage Plug-In Hybrid (all) engine in the 2027 Kia Sportage deliver?
Max towing: 2,000 lbs. Engine: 1.6 Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine with a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor. Horsepower: 268 hp combined. Torque: 271 lb.-ft. @ 0-2,100 rpm combined. Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission. Max towing: 2,000 lbs. Mpg: 36 combined on gas only. These figures belong to the Sportage Plug-In Hybrid (all) configuration of the 2027 Kia Sportage, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-08-26.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q10What are the 2027 Kia Sportage trim levels?
Gas trims include LX, EX, X-Line, X-Pro, SX and Prestige; the separate hybrid lineup includes LX, LXS, EX, X-Line and SX Prestige.
Source: Kia / dealer research pages
Q11How much does the 2027 Kia Sportage cost?
The base 2027 Sportage starts at $32,085 MSRP.
Source: Kia / dealer research pages
Q12What is the fuel economy of the 2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid?
The turbocharged Sportage Hybrid is EPA-estimated at 41 MPG combined on LX, S and EX FWD trims.
Source: Kia / dealer research pages
Q13Is the 2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid offered in the same trims as the gas model?
No. The gas Sportage spans LX, EX, X-Line, X-Pro, SX and Prestige, while the Hybrid has its own separate trim ladder of LX, LXS, EX, X-Line and SX Prestige, without an X-Pro option.
Source: Kia / dealer research pages
Q14What is the electric range of the 2027 Kia Sportage?
On electricity alone, before the gasoline engine has to run, EPA rates the Sportage Plug-in Hybrid at 33 miles.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q15How long does the 2027 Kia Sportage take to charge at home?
EPA lists 2 hours on a 240-volt Level 2 charger for the Sportage Plug-in Hybrid.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q16What colors does the 2027 Kia Sportage come in?
Kia lists 10 exterior colors for the 2027 Kia Sportage: Panthera Metal, Ebony Black, Fusion Black, Gravity Gray, Panthera Metal Matte, Glacial White Pearl, Snow White Pearl, Wolf Gray, Nebular Blue, Runway Red. It also lists 3 two-tone combinations: Glacial White Pearl with Ebony Black Roof; Wolf Gray with Ebony Black Roof; Road Rider Brown with Ebony Black Roof. Which colors are offered depends on the trim.
Source: kia.com (opens in a new tab)
Q17What kind of brakes does the 2027 Kia Sportage have?
MotorTrend lists the 2027 Kia Sportage with four-wheel disc brakes.
Source: kia.com (opens in a new tab)
Q18What suspension does the 2027 Kia Sportage use?
MotorTrend describes the 2027 Kia Sportage's suspension this way. Front: a MacPherson-type strut design. Rear: a multi-link design.
Source: kia.com (opens in a new tab)
Q19What size wheels does the 2027 Kia Sportage have?
The 2027 Kia Sportage's wheel diameter is 17 inches on the LX and X-Pro Prestige, 18 inches on the EX and SX and 19 inches on the X-Line and SX Prestige. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q20How much cargo space does the 2027 Kia Sportage LX FWD have?
CarBuzz lists 39.6 cubic feet of cargo space for the 2027 Kia Sportage LX FWD.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q21How big is the fuel tank on the 2027 Kia Sportage LX FWD?
CarBuzz lists a 14.3-gallon fuel tank for the 2027 Kia Sportage LX FWD.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q22What warranty does the 2027 Kia Sportage LX FWD come with?
CarBuzz lists the 2027 Kia Sportage LX FWD with basic coverage of 60 months or 60,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 120 months or 100,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 60 months or 100,000 miles and roadside assistance of 60 months or 60,000 miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q23How quickly does the 2027 Kia Sportage accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
The most recent instrumented 0 to 60 mph tests of this model that 0-60Specs.com lists are of earlier model years than the 2027 Kia Sportage: 7.3 seconds for the 2026 Kia Sportage HEV SX-Prestige (Motor Trend) and 7.5 seconds for the 2026 Kia Sportage HEV SX-Prestige (MotorWeek).
Source: 0-60Specs.com model-year specification page
Q24How do the 2027 Kia Sportage trims differ from one another?
All 6 trims share the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) making 187 hp. The EX has blind-spot alert, heated front seats, heated mirrors and a power driver's seat as standard equipment over the LX. The SX has FWD instead of AWD and a navigation system, a panoramic moonroof, power-folding mirrors and 2 more as standard equipment over the EX. The X-Line has AWD instead of FWD over the SX. The SX Prestige has power front seats for driver and passenger, fog lights, a heated steering wheel and 4 more as standard equipment over the X-Line. The X-Pro Prestige has a heated windshield as standard equipment over the SX Prestige.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
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