Kia Sportage
$40,990
Rating: 8.9/10
Kia Sportage
$40,990
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4. Toyota RAV4 offers the strongest value on price. Kia Sportage leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Kia Sportage
Best Value
Toyota RAV4
Fuel Economy
Toyota RAV4
Performance
Toyota RAV4
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Kia Sportage |
Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | RAV4 |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | 5-door compact crossover SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $40,990 | $35,699 – $36,450 |
| MSRP | $40,990 | $36,450 |
| Dealer Price | — | $35,199 |
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo Hybrid | 2.5L Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 231 | 236 hp (AWD net combined) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed) |
| 0–60 mph | ~7.5 sec 0-60 mph | Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | ~120 mph | Approx. 115 mph |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | 38 mpg combined | 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.) |
| Range (EV) | Not applicable | N/A |
| Emissions | ULEV | ULEV/SULEV compliant (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 | 1720 |
| Performance Score | 8.8 | 8.5 |
| Comfort Score | 9.0 | 8.9 |
| Safety Score | 9.2 | 9.4 |
| Fuel Economy Score | — | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.3 | 8.8 |
| Value Score | — | 9.2 |
| Pros | Efficient; Spacious; Technology | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic... |
| Cons | Expensive top trim; No third row | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick... |