2026 Kia Sportage Review | Clinton Township, MI

If you’ve been looking for a family-friendly, versatile SUV, consider the sleek and modern 2026 Kia Sportage. You’ll find a roomy interior, advanced safety features, and a host of infotainment capabilities waiting to enhance every outing. Learn more by reading this 2026 Kia Sportage review created for you by the team at Summit Place Kia East in Clinton Township, MI.

For a detailed breakdown of each model, check out our Sportage trims guide. Find your ideal Sportage in our inventory and consider getting behind the wheel with a test drive. Be sure to check our available lease offers as well. Should you have any questions, you’re more than welcome to contact us online or over the phone at (586) 463-1521.

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2026 Kia Sportage Interior Design

Relax with a host of convenient amenities inside the 2026 Kia Sportage. Find comfort with premium seat material options, including woven cloth, SynTex, or premium SynTex upholstery. You and your copilot can enjoy heated and ventilated power seats, while dual-zone automatic climate control keeps the cabin cozy. Let in natural light and fresh air through the available panoramic sunroof with power sunshade.

Available interior features include:

  • Woven cloth, SynTex, or premium SynTex seat upholstery
  • Ten-way power driver’s seat with two-way power lumbar and memory settings
  • Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Leather-wrapped gear shift knob
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control with automatic de-fog system
  • Dual-level cargo floor
  • Smart power liftgate
  • Panoramic sunroof with power sunshade
  • LED interior lighting 
  • Illuminated sun visor vanity mirrors

2026 Kia Sportage Engine Specs

The 2026 Kia Sportage is ready to take on commutes with its capable, energetic, and efficient engine. You’ll find a 2.5L inline four-cylinder (I4) engine under the hood, which makes 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque. The engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) are available. If you’re looking to handle light-duty towing, the Sportage can be equipped to haul up to 2,500 pounds.

View engine specifications in the following table.

  • Engine: 2.5L I4
  • Horsepower: 187 HP
  • Torque: 178 lb.-ft.
  • Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
  • Drivetrain: FWD / AWD
  • Max. Towing Capacity: 2,500 lbs.
2026 Kia Sportage interior seating
2026 Kia Sportage driving offroad

2026 Kia Sportage Safety & Technology Specs

On every journey, sophisticated safety and infotainment capabilities inside the 2026 Kia Sportage are here to keep you confident and connected. Handle traffic and changing road conditions with help from standard driver assistance features, like forward collision avoidance, lane keeping assist, and smart cruise control with stop and go. When you’re maneuvering in parking lots and backing up, count on the advanced vision provided by the available surround view monitor or the emergency braking of the parking collision avoidance assist system.

To keep you connected on the go, count on the 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ capabilities. Access key capabilities, like navigation, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, and Digital Key 2.0, all here to elevate your experience on the road. You can also enjoy next-level audio through the available eight-speaker Harman Kardon® premium surround sound.

Available safety features include:

  • Forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection
  • Front, rear, and side parking sensors
  • Lane departure warning
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Lane following assist
  • Smart cruise control with stop and go
  • Driver attention warning with leading vehicle departure alert
  • Rear occupant alert
  • Rearview monitor with dynamic parking guidance
  • High beam assist
  • Remote start capability
  • Blind spot collision warning
  • Rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist
  • Parking collision avoidance assist-reverse
  • Safe exit warning
  • Blind spot view monitor
  • Surround view monitor
  • Navigation-based smart cruise control with stop and go-curve
  • Highway Driving Assist

Available technology features include:

  • 12.3-in. driver information center with additional 4.2-in. cluster display
  • Six-speaker audio system or eight-speaker Harman Kardon premium surround sound system with HALOsonic®
  • 12.3-in. infotainment touchscreen
  • Kia Connect capability
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio capability
  • Navigation
  • Pre-cooling and heating through Kia Access app
  • Wireless phone charger
  • Digital Key 2.0
  • Push-button start

2026 Kia Sportage Cargo Space & Seating Capacity

The 2026 Kia Sportage is ready to handle your passenger and cargo needs with its spacious interior. Seat up to five passengers thanks to two front bucket seats and a split-folding rear bench seat, with 41.4 inches of front and 41.3 inches of rear legroom. When it comes to storage, you have 39.6 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear row, or you can fold down that seat for a maximum of 74.1 cubic feet of cargo volume.

View interior specifications in the following table.

  • Seating: Five
  • Headroom (Front/Rear): 39.6 / 39.4 in.
  • Legroom (Front/Rear): 41.4 / 41.3 in.
  • Cargo Volume Behind Rear Row: 39.6 cu.-ft.
  • Max. Cargo Volume: 74.1 cu.-ft.
2026 Kia Sportage interior dashboard
2026 Kia Sportage driving in desert

2026 Kia Sportage Color Options Available

  •  Ebony Black
  •  Fusion Black
  •  Gravity Gray
  •  Panthera Metal
  •  Panthera Metal Matte
  •  Steel Gray
  •  Glacial White Pearl
  •  Snow White Pearl
  •  Wolf Gray
  •  Nebular Blue
  •  Runway Red
  •  Glacial White Pearl / Ebony Black
  •  Wolf Gray / Ebony Black
  •  Nebular Blue / Ebony Black
  •  Runway Red / Ebony Black

2026 Kia Sportage Trim Levels

  • LX $28,690*
  • EX $30,490*
  • X-Line $32,990*
  • SX $34,290*
  • SX Prestige $36,290*
  • X-Pro Prestige $39,590*
*Starting MSRP

2026 Kia Sportage FAQs

Was there a redesign for the 2026 Kia Sportage?

The 2026 Kia Sportage builds upon the 2023 reimagining, modernizing the exterior look and the technology inside, including new bumpers, headlights, infotainment displays, and connectivity capabilities.

Is the 2026 Kia Sportage available with all-wheel drive?

The 2026 Kia Sportage LX, EX, and SX Prestige trims have AWD available, while the X-Line and X-Pro Prestige have standard AWD. The SX trim is only available with FWD.

2026 Kia Sportage for Sale in Clinton Township, MI

If you’re ready to find your 2026 Kia Sportage for sale in Clinton Township, MI, visit Summit Place Kia East. We have an extensive selection of vehicles in our inventory for you to browse through. Should you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact us online or over the phone at (586) 463-1521.