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Kia Sportage Hybrid vs. Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

When comparing the Kia Sportage Hybrid to the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid, the Kia Sportage Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sportage Hybrid versus the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid, the Kia Sportage Hybrid is a better car than the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid.

Kia Sportage Hybrid versus Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Pricing

A used 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid ranges from $30,832 to $43,131 while a used 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is priced between $39,822 to $47,782. For a new model, the Kia Sportage Hybrid's price is between $30,596 and $42,294, with the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid priced between $40,086 and $50,905.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Kia Sportage Hybrid’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid base engine makes 261 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Kia Sportage Hybrid and Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid are comparable in regards to front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Kia Sportage Hybrid has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.

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2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid

2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$30,596 - $42,294

Used Asking Price:

$30,832 - $43,131

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$40,086 - $50,905

Used Asking Price:

$39,822 - $47,782

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

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Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

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Overall Score:

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Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

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Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Trim Levels

EX, LX, SX-Prestige

Trim Levels

X-Line, X-Line Prestige

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

227 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.064 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

261 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.062 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

42 / 44 / 43

Range (city/hwy):

575 / 603 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

39.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

73.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

38 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

34.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

65.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3532 lbs

Width:

73.4 inches

Height:

65.4 inches

Length:

183.5 inches

Wheelbase:

108.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.1 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4211 lbs

Width:

73.4 inches

Height:

66.9 inches

Length:

183.5 inches

Wheelbase:

108.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted alloy

Tire Size:

235/55R19