Kia Sportage Hybrid vs Lincoln Navigator L

Overview

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Lincoln Navigator L
Brand Kia Lincoln
Model Sportage Hybrid Navigator L
Year 2026 2026
Type Suv
Body Style 5-door compact crossover suv SUV

Pricing

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Lincoln Navigator L
Current Price $36,800 $122,525
MSRP $36,800 $122,525
Dealer Price $35,400 $119,800

Engine & Performance

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Lincoln Navigator L
Engine 1.6L Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 3.5L Twin-Turbocharged DOHC 24-Valve V6
Horsepower 232 440 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Torque 271 lb-ft @ 1600-4000 RPM 510 lb-ft @ 3,300 rpm
0–60 mph 7.1s 0-60 mph estimate 5.5 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 120 mph 115 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Lincoln Navigator L
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Permitted (87 Octane) Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 17 MPG Combined (15 City / 22 Hwy)
Range (EV) 0 miles N/A
Emissions ULEV70 Certified Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30)
Battery 1.49 kWh Lithium-Ion Polymer Traction Battery (270V) 12V maintenance-free battery
Charging On-the-fly engine generation and adaptive multi-stage regenerative paddle shifting N/A

Ratings

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Lincoln Navigator L
Expert Rating 8.7/10 4.9/10
Community Reviews 0 1410
Performance Score 8.6 9.2
Comfort Score 8.5 9.9
Safety Score Top Safety Pick+
Fuel Economy Score 7.1
Technology Score 8.9 9.9
Value Score 8.9

Verdict

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Lincoln Navigator L
Pros New vertical LED headlight array and clean grille restructuring deliver a highly sophisticated premium presence; Class-l... Stunning 48-inch full-dash panoramic display with Google built-in; Lincoln Rejuvenate multisensory spa system with custo...
Cons Lower rear trim components use heavy grained plastic elements that feel slightly stiff; The standard SynTex seating mate... Starting price exceeds $122,000 MSRP; Fuel economy is low at 17 MPG combined; 221.9-inch length requires a large garage...