What Changed
The Sportage is all-new for 2023. The small crossover has grown considerably adding about 7 inches in length and 2 inches of height. Passenger volume is up from 101.5 to 106.9 cu. ft. The Sportage model range includes normal, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains. The base engine is 2.5l four-cylinder rated at 187-bhp. Hybrid / Plug-In Hybrid models equip a 1.6l turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 177-bhp. When combined with the electric motor, system output is 227 horsepower for hybrid models, and 261 horsepower for the plug-in. The model expands to include new X-Line and X-Pro trim levels.
Comparison to Prior Model
| 2023 Kia Sportage | 2022 Kia Sportage | |
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| Price Range ($) | $26,290 - $43,190 | $24,090 - $35,250 |
| Length (in) | 183.5 | 176.4 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 108.5 | 105.1 |
| Width (in) | 73.4 | 73.0 |
| Height (in) | 66.1 | 64.4 |
| Track (in) | 63.8 | 63.5 |
| Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) | 447.8 | 417.5 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3373-4211 | 3305-3765 |
| Legroom Total (in.) | 82.7 | 79.7 |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 106.9 | 101.5 |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 39.6 | 30.7 |
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| Transmissions | A6, A8 | A6 |
| City MPG | 23-42 | 19-23 |
| Highway MPG | 28-44 | 24-30 |
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