
Kia Sportage
1995–2027. The $28,790 to $47,190 SUV, from 187 to 268 hp.
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The cleanest years.
Recall campaigns on file, by model year.
6 campaigns. Top item: structure, body, roof and pillars.
A campaign that covers several model years counts in each of them here, and once in the total of 11. Newer years have had less time to collect campaigns.
Eight trims.
2026 prices. Tap one to open its page.
- LX232 hp · 42 mpg$28,790base
- EX232 hp · 35 mpg$30,590+$1,800
- S232 hp · 35 mpg$32,790+$4,000
- X-Line268 hp · 36 mpg$33,090+$4,300
- SX187 hp · 28 mpg$34,390+$5,600
- SX-Prestige232 hp · 35 mpg$36,390+$7,600
- X-Pro Prestige187 hp · 24 mpg$39,690+$10,900
- X-Line Prestige268 hp · 36 mpg$47,190+$18,400
MSRP as published for the 2026 model year, before destination, taxes and dealer fees.
Recalls from NHTSA
38 recall campaigns on file.
Every one is repaired free at any franchised dealer. These are the 4 most recent.
- Jan 27, 20262026
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In…
- Dec 17, 20252024–2025
Trailer hitches
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) and 2024-2025…
- Jun 7, 20242024
Steering · electric power assist system
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the…
- Jan 18, 20242023–2024
Structure · body · roof and pillars
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof…
- Sep 25, 20232010–2013
Service brakes, hydraulic · antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · control unit/module
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte…
- Jul 31, 20232023
Power train · automatic transmission · fluid/lubricant · pump
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul, Sportage, and 2023-2024 Seltos vehicles. The…
- Jun 7, 20232023
Service brakes, hydraulic · power assist
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become…
- Apr 26, 20232023
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-in Hybrid, Niro…
- Nov 28, 20222023
Air bags · side/window · curtain
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been…
- Oct 24, 20222008–2009
Service brakes, hydraulic · antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · control unit/module
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2008-2009 Sportage vehicles previously recalled under recall…
- Sep 19, 20222017–2022
Trailer hitches
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023…
- Aug 29, 20222023
Electrical system · alternator/generator/regulator
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The alternator battery positive…
- Feb 2, 20222014–2016
Service brakes, hydraulic · antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · control unit/module
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic…
- Mar 4, 20212017–2021
Service brakes, hydraulic · antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · control unit/module
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical…
- Dec 2, 20202012
Engine
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013…
- Feb 15, 20192011–2012
Engine
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Kia Sportage vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak…
- Dec 19, 20182011–2018
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage…
- Mar 31, 20172011–2013
Engine and engine cooling · engine
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage…
- Nov 30, 20162017
Trailer hitches
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27…
- Nov 10, 20162008–2009
Electrical system · wiring
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Kia Sportage vehicles manufactured August…
- Jun 9, 20152011
Exterior lighting · brake lights · switch
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sportage vehicles manufactured March 7, 2011…
- Jan 27, 20142014
Equipment · other · labels
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kia Sportage vehicles manufactured…
- Apr 1, 20132007–2011
Exterior lighting · brake lights · switch
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona…
- May 11, 20091998–2002
Exterior lighting · headlights
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR…
- Apr 17, 20092006–2007
Exterior lighting · brake lights · switch
HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES…
- Apr 7, 20091998–2002
Exterior lighting
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR…
- Apr 16, 20072002
Engine and engine cooling · cooling system · fan
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE HEAT GENERATED BY THE ENGINE CAUSES REPEATED BENDING DEFORMATION OF THE…
- Jul 8, 20052005
Parking brake
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET PAWL WAS NOT PROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND MY…
- May 3, 20052005
Fuel system, gasoline · storage
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE O-RING INTO THE INTERNAL VAPOR CHAMBER LOCATED IN…
- Mar 29, 20052005
Electronic stability control · automatic (asc)
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP), THE YAW RATE SENSOR MAY…
- Jun 24, 20041999–2000
Seat belts · front · buckle assembly
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES MAY EMIT A "CLICK" SOUND…
- Aug 16, 20021995–1998
Seat belts · front · buckle assembly
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY "FALSE LATCH" AND EXPOSE THE DRIVER TO UNRESTRAINED…
- Jul 27, 20002000
Electrical system
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLE. THESE VEHICLES WERE DISTRIBUTED WITH OWNERS MANUALS WITH AN…
- Nov 19, 19991997–1999
Electrical system · wiring
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE WIRES CONNECTED TO THE C123 AND C124 CONNECTORS CAN BE PUT…
- Sep 15, 19981998–1999
Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WITHOUT AN ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). THE STEERING…
- Dec 17, 19971996–1997
Latches/locks/linkages · hatchback/liftgate · lock
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MICROSWITCH ON THE REAR HATCH LOCK CYLINDER CAN MALFUNCTION…
- Jul 15, 19961996
Vehicle speed control · accelerator pedal
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY COULD BIND OR STICK DURING OPERATION.
- Apr 11, 19951995
Suspension · rear
THE NUTS ATTACHING THE REAR AXLE BEARING OIL SEAL RETAINERS AND BRAKE BACKING PLATES TO THE REAR AXLE HOUSING…
What it costs to keep.
Factory coverage on a 2026 Sportage, then the quotes.
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People also ask.
How much is the 2026 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige?
The 2026 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige has a $36,390 MSRP with front-wheel drive and a $38,190 MSRP with gas all-wheel drive. The all-wheel-drive hybrid has a $40,590 MSRP.
What fuel economy does the 2026 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige get?
The hybrid returns an EPA-estimated 35 mpg combined. The front-wheel-drive gas version returns 28 mpg combined, while the all-wheel-drive gas version returns 26 mpg combined.
Is the 2026 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige available with all-wheel drive?
All-wheel drive is available with the 2.5L gas engine and included with the 1.6L turbo gas/electric hybrid. The 2.5L gas engine is also available with front-wheel drive.
How much can the 2026 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige tow?
Gas versions have maximum towing of 3,500 lbs. The hybrid has maximum towing of 2,000 lbs, and a Tow Hitch is available for $590.
What features are standard on the 2026 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige?
Standard features include heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, adaptive cruise control and wireless charging. It also includes a 12.3-inch infotainment display, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and 8 harman/kardon speakers.