Kia Sportage vs Kia Sorento Comparison: Specs, Space & Performance
2026 Kia Sportage vs 2026 Kia Sorento: Specs, Space, & Performance
Are you in the market for a brand-new SUV? At Kia of Wilmington in Wilmington, DE, we are excited to bring you the latest Kia SUVs, including the 2026 Kia Sportage and 2026 Kia Sorento. Both of these SUVs have plenty to offer to drivers throughout West Chester, PA, but we're here to help you pick the one that's right for you.
Kia Sportage vs Kia Sorento: Dimensions
The Kia Sportage is a two-row compact SUV. It is 184.4 inches long, 65.4 inches high, with a wheelbase of 108.5 inches. The Sportage has a standard ground clearance of 7.1 inches, while the X-Line trim has 8.3 inches of ground clearance.
The Kia Sorento is a three-row compact SUV. It is 189.6 inches long, 66.7 inches high, with a wheelbase of 110.8 inches. The Sorento comes standard with 6.9 inches of ground clearance, while X-Line trims have 8.2 inches of ground clearance.
Inside, the Kia Sportage has 39.6 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seats and 74.1 cubic feet with the rear seats lowered. The Kia Sportage has 12.6 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seats, 45 cubic feet with the back row of seats lowered, and 75.5 cubic feet with both rear rows lowered.
Performance
The Kia Sportage and Kia Sorento both come standard with a 2.5-liter I4 engine. This engine generates 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque for the Sportage and 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque for the Sorento. Both models pair the engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission and either standard front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive. Both vehicles offer available hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains for Newark drivers who want to use less gas.
The Kia Sportage has standard EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 25 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined. The Kia Sorento comes standard with ratings of 23 mpg city, 31 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined.
Interior Features
The Kia Sportage and Kia Sorento both come standard with cloth upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Both vehicles also add plenty of notable interior comforts on their second-level trims, the Sportage EX and Sorento S, respectively. Both of these trims gain upgrades like synthetic leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver's seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a wireless smartphone charger,
Technology & Safety
The Kia Sportage and Kia Sorento both offer impressive suites of infotainment technology. Both SUVs come standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, paired with a matching 12.3-inch digital instrument panel. Both vehicles also come standard with six speakers and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. The Kia Sportage offers an available eight-speaker Harmon Kardon premium sound system, while the Kia Sorento has an available 12-speaker Bose® premium sound system.
The Kia Sportage and Kia Sorento both come standard with these safety features, so you can always drive with confidence around Salem, NJ:
- Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking
- Lane departure mitigation
- Lane keeping assist system
- Adaptive cruise control
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Driver attention warning
Visit Kia of Wilmington to Test Drive the Kia Sportage and Kia Sorento
If you are interested in trying out a new Kia SUV, then visit Kia of Wilmington today to check out our new inventory. You can get behind the wheel of the 2026 Kia Sportage and 2026 Kia Sorento and take both of these impressive small SUVs for a test drive. While you are here, you can check out our used inventory for some great deals. Meanwhile, our Service Center is ready to keep your Kia SUV in outstanding condition for years to come. So, why wait to find your ideal SUV for your Elkton, MD, lifestyle? To schedule a test drive, contact us.
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