2026 Kia Sportage

Powertrain

The 2026 Kia Sportage powertrain record includes versions such as EX ICE FWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft, EX HEV AWD 6-speed automatic 232 hp 271 lb-ft, EX ICE AWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft, LX HEV FWD 6-speed automatic 232 hp 271 lb-ft, LX ICE AWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft, and LX ICE FWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft. Use the exact version details whenever output, drivetrain, transmission, fuel type, or electrification changes within the lineup.

• The documented powertrain combinations to compare are EX ICE FWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft, EX HEV AWD 6-speed automatic 232 hp 271 lb-ft, EX ICE AWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft, LX HEV FWD 6-speed automatic 232 hp 271 lb-ft, LX ICE AWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft, and LX ICE FWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft. Engine or motor type, transmission, drivetrain, and electrification remain tied to the applicable 2026 Kia Sportage version.
• EX ICE FWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft
• EX HEV AWD 6-speed automatic 232 hp 271 lb-ft
• EX ICE AWD 8-speed automatic 187 hp 178 lb-ft
• LX HEV FWD 6-speed automatic 232 hp 271 lb-ft

Comfort & Everyday Use

Everyday-use information for 2026 Kia Sportage includes Heated Front Seats, Power Liftgate, Sunroof / Moonroof, Panoramic Sunroof, 5 seats, 74.1 cu ft cargo, 2,500 lb towing, and 5 seats, 73.7 cu ft cargo, 2,000 lb towing. AutoUnite uses documented convenience, climate, seating, access, and capacity information to explain daily usability without turning subjective impressions into facts.

• The documented everyday-use equipment to compare is Heated Front Seats, Power Liftgate, Sunroof / Moonroof, and Panoramic Sunroof. Seating, climate, access, and convenience items remain tied to the applicable 2026 Kia Sportage trim or package.
• Heated Front Seats
• Power Liftgate
• Sunroof / Moonroof
• Panoramic Sunroof

Reliability & Service Evidence

Reliability and service context for 2026 Kia Sportage includes recalls: 1, complaints: 27, and manufacturer communications: 24. These records are information, not a failure-rate or reliability score, and AutoUnite does not turn complaint, recall, or service volume into an unsupported ranking.