Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4

Name: Toyota RAV4
Brand: Toyota
Rating: 4.7 (1720 reviews)

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.

Overall Winner Kia Sportage

Best Value Toyota RAV4

Top Rated Kia Sportage

Fuel Economy Toyota RAV4

Performance Toyota RAV4

Winner

8.9/10

4.7/10

$40,990

Rating: 8.9/10

$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...