Kia Sportage
$40,990
Rating: 8.9/10
Kia Sportage
$40,990
Honda Civic
$33,199 – $33,950
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Kia Sportage vs Honda Civic. Honda Civic offers the strongest value on price. Kia Sportage leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Kia Sportage
Best Value
Honda Civic
Fuel Economy
Honda Civic
Performance
Kia Sportage
Honda Civic
$33,199 – $33,950
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Kia Sportage |
Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sportage | Civic |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | 5-door compact crossover SUV | Compact Sedan |
| Current Price | $40,990 | $33,199 – $33,950 |
| MSRP | $40,990 | $33,950 |
| Dealer Price | — | $32,699 |
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo Hybrid | 2.0L e:HEV Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 231 | 200 hp (net combined) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 232 lb-ft (electric motor) |
| 0–60 mph | ~7.5 sec 0-60 mph | Approx. 6.2 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | ~120 mph | Approx. 112 mph |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | 38 mpg combined | 49 MPG combined (hybrid est.) |
| Range (EV) | Not applicable | N/A |
| Emissions | ULEV | Low-emission certified (market dependent) |
| Battery | Lithium-ion polymer | Lithium-ion hybrid battery |
| Charging | Self-charging | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) |
| Expert Rating | 8.9/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 1510 |
| Performance Score | 8.8 | 8.9 |
| Comfort Score | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Safety Score | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Fuel Economy Score | — | 9.6 |
| Technology Score | 9.3 | 9.0 |
| Value Score | — | 9.1 |
| Pros | Efficient; Spacious; Technology | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong acceleration from electric torque; Sharp handling and composed ride; High-quality... |
| Cons | Expensive top trim; No third row | Rear seat is adequate, not class-leading for tall passengers; Road noise can increase on coarse pavement; Higher hybrid... |