Kia Sportage Hybrid vs Tesla Model Y

Overview

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Tesla Model Y
Brand Kia Tesla
Model Sportage Hybrid Model Y
Year 2026 2026
Type Suv Ev
Body Style 5-door compact crossover suv Compact Crossover SUV

Pricing

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Tesla Model Y
Current Price $36,800 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $36,800 $48,990
Dealer Price $35,400 $47,990

Engine & Performance

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Tesla Model Y
Engine 1.6L Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower 232 384 hp (est.)
Torque 271 lb-ft @ 1600-4000 RPM Instant electric torque
0–60 mph 7.1s 0-60 mph estimate 4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 120 mph 135 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Tesla Model Y
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Permitted (87 Octane) Electric
Mileage / MPG 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV) 0 miles 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions ULEV70 Certified 0 g/mi
Battery 1.49 kWh Lithium-Ion Polymer Traction Battery (270V) Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging On-the-fly engine generation and adaptive multi-stage regenerative paddle shifting 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)

Ratings

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Tesla Model Y
Expert Rating 8.7/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 0 2240
Performance Score 8.6 9.0
Comfort Score 8.5 8.7
Safety Score 9.1
Fuel Economy Score 9.5
Technology Score 8.9 9.5
Value Score 9.0

Verdict

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Tesla Model Y
Pros New vertical LED headlight array and clean grille restructuring deliver a highly sophisticated premium presence; Class-l... Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons Lower rear trim components use heavy grained plastic elements that feel slightly stiff; The standard SynTex seating mate... Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...