Kia’s moving full steam ahead to an all-electric future, but the automaker’s intermediate models should not be overlooked. Kia and Hyundai do hybrids as well as anyone, and the 2023 Sportage Hybrid is coming soon with new tech, updated styling, and a value-forward price. The 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid goes on sale in spring.
The Sportage Hybrid delivers up to 39 mpg.Kia
Kia offers the Sportage hybrid in three trims: The $28,505 LX, $32,205 EX, and $37,405 SX-Prestige. All models come with a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine and a 44kW electric motor that combine to produce 226 horsepower. A six-speed automatic transmission with a rotary shifter is standard, and all-wheel drive become standard at the EX trim. The powertrain is efficient for an SUV, delivering up to 39 mpg when paired with front-wheel drive.
Kia says the Sportage Hybrid’s interior features a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster for almost 25 inches of display. Standard tech is generous, and includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There’s also plenty of safety tech. Kia adds standard gear that includes:
- Driver attention warning system
- LED headlights
- Lane following assist and lane keep assist
- Forward collision warnings with cyclist detection
- Rear occupant alerts
- Rearview monitor
- Reverse parking distance warnings
