Kia Sportage
$34,699 – $35,450
Rating: 4.6/10
Kia Sportage
$34,699 – $35,450
Toyota RAV4
$35,699 – $36,450
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4. Kia Sportage offers the strongest value on price. Toyota RAV4 leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Toyota RAV4
Best Value
Kia Sportage
Fuel Economy
Toyota RAV4
Performance
Toyota RAV4
Toyota RAV4
$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 | Compact Crossover SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $34,699 – $35,450 | $35,699 – $36,450 |
| MSRP | $35,450 | $36,450 |
| Dealer Price | $34,199 | $35,199 |
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo Hybrid System | 2.5L Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 227 hp (net combined) | 236 hp (AWD net combined) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | Hybrid system output (manufacturer managed) |
| 0–60 mph | Approx. 7.2 sec (0-60 mph) | Approx. 7.0 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | Approx. 118 mph | Approx. 115 mph |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | 38 MPG combined (AWD hybrid) | 40 MPG combined (AWD hybrid est.) |
| Range (EV) | N/A | N/A |
| Emissions | Low-emission certified (market dependent) | ULEV/SULEV compliant (market dependent) |
| Battery | Lithium-ion polymer hybrid battery | Lithium-ion hybrid battery |
| Charging | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) |
| Expert Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 1020 | 1720 |
| Performance Score | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Comfort Score | 8.8 | 8.9 |
| Safety Score | 9.2 | 9.4 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Value Score | 9.1 | 9.2 |
| Pros | Bold and modern exterior design; Strong hybrid power and torque; Competitive fuel economy with AWD; Dual 12.3-inch displ... | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong reliability and resale reputation; Comprehensive standard safety features; Practic... |
| Cons | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Rear visibility can feel limited; Higher trims increase cost quickly; Not the most en... | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Interior design is functional rather than luxurious; Higher trims increase cost quick... |