Kia Sportage
$40,990
Rating: 8.9/10
Kia Sportage
$40,990
Toyota Corolla
$28,799 – $29,500
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Kia Sportage vs Toyota Corolla. Toyota Corolla offers the strongest value on price. Kia Sportage leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Kia Sportage
Best Value
Toyota Corolla
Fuel Economy
Kia Sportage
Performance
Kia Sportage
Toyota Corolla
$28,799 – $29,500
Rating: 4.6/10
| Specification |
Kia Sportage |
Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Corolla |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | 5-door compact crossover SUV | Compact Sedan |
| Current Price | $40,990 | $28,799 – $29,500 |
| MSRP | $40,990 | $29,500 |
| Dealer Price | — | $28,299 |
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo Hybrid | 2.0L Dynamic Force Inline-4 |
| Horsepower | 231 | 169 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | ~7.5 sec 0-60 mph | Approx. 8.1 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | ~120 mph | Approx. 118 mph |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Mileage / MPG | 38 mpg combined | 35 MPG combined |
| Range (EV) | Not applicable | N/A |
| Emissions | ULEV | Meets applicable U.S. federal and state standards |
| Battery | Lithium-ion polymer | N/A |
| Charging | Self-charging | N/A |
| Expert Rating | 8.9/10 | 4.6/10 |
| Community Reviews | 0 | 1680 |
| Performance Score | 8.8 | 8.0 |
| Comfort Score | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Safety Score | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Fuel Economy Score | — | 9.2 |
| Technology Score | 9.3 | 8.5 |
| Value Score | — | 9.1 |
| Pros | Efficient; Spacious; Technology | Excellent reliability reputation; Strong fuel economy; Comprehensive standard safety features; Affordable ownership and... |
| Cons | Expensive top trim; No third row | Rear-seat space is moderate for tall adults; Performance is adequate but not sporty; Some premium tech requires higher t... |