Kia Sportage
$34,699 – $35,450
Rating: 4.6/10
Kia Sportage
$34,699 – $35,450
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Kia Sportage vs Tesla Model Y. Kia Sportage offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
Kia Sportage
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Kia Sportage |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Tesla |
| Model | Sportage | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | Compact Crossover SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $34,699 – $35,450 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $35,450 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $34,199 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo Hybrid System | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 227 hp (net combined) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | Approx. 7.2 sec (0-60 mph) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | Approx. 118 mph | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 38 MPG combined (AWD hybrid) | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | N/A | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | Low-emission certified (market dependent) | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | Lithium-ion polymer hybrid battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 1020 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.5 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | 9.2 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.0 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 9.1 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Bold and modern exterior design; Strong hybrid power and torque; Competitive fuel economy with AWD; Dual 12.3-inch displ... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Rear visibility can feel limited; Higher trims increase cost quickly; Not the most en... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |