Kia Sportage Hybrid vs Toyota Camry

Overview

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Toyota Camry
Brand Kia Toyota
Model Sportage Hybrid Camry
Year 2026 2026
Type Suv
Body Style 5-door compact crossover suv Midsize Sedan

Pricing

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Toyota Camry
Current Price $36,800 $37,999 – $38,750
MSRP $36,800 $38,750
Dealer Price $35,400 $37,499

Engine & Performance

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Toyota Camry
Engine 1.6L Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 2.5L Hybrid Inline-4
Horsepower 232 232 hp (AWD net combined)
Torque 271 lb-ft @ 1600-4000 RPM Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed)
0–60 mph 7.1s 0-60 mph estimate Approx. 6.8 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 120 mph Approx. 112 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Toyota Camry
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Permitted (87 Octane) Hybrid
Mileage / MPG 44 MPG combined (AWD est.)
Range (EV) 0 miles N/A
Emissions ULEV70 Certified ULEV/SULEV compliant (market dependent)
Battery 1.49 kWh Lithium-Ion Polymer Traction Battery (270V) Hybrid traction battery (Li-ion, trim dependent)
Charging On-the-fly engine generation and adaptive multi-stage regenerative paddle shifting Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine)

Ratings

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Toyota Camry
Expert Rating 8.7/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 0 1485
Performance Score 8.6 8.6
Comfort Score 8.5 9.0
Safety Score Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
Fuel Economy Score 9.5
Technology Score 8.9 8.9
Value Score 9.2

Verdict

Specification Kia Sportage Hybrid Toyota Camry
Pros New vertical LED headlight array and clean grille restructuring deliver a highly sophisticated premium presence; Class-l... Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Smooth and quiet daily driving manners; Strong standard safety suite; Updated infotainmen...
Cons Lower rear trim components use heavy grained plastic elements that feel slightly stiff; The standard SynTex seating mate... No non-hybrid engine option; Rear headroom tighter for very tall passengers; Top trims can get expensive; Sporty driving...