Kia Sportage vs Tesla Model Y
Kia Sportage
$40,990
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Kia Sportage vs Tesla Model Y. Kia Sportage offers the strongest value on price. Kia Sportage leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Kia Sportage
Best Value
Kia Sportage
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Kia Sportage
$40,990
Rating: 8.9/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Kia Sportage |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Tesla |
| Model | Sportage | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | 5-door compact crossover SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $40,990 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $40,990 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | — | $47,990 |
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo Hybrid | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 231 | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | ~7.5 sec 0-60 mph | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | ~120 mph | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 38 mpg combined | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | Not applicable | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | ULEV | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | Lithium-ion polymer | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | Self-charging | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 8.9/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | 9.2 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | — | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | — | 9.0 |
| Pros | Efficient; Spacious; Technology | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Expensive top trim; No third row | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
