DecodedCars2027 Kia Sportage
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- AWD 4dr SUV, FWD 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 41 combined · 40 city / 42 hwy
- Length
- 184.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,486–3,618 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 41 MPG combined — 39% better than the average 2027 small SUV (29.4 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Kia Sportage is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (1.6L 4-cyl turbo and 2.5L 4-cyl), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,618 lb (AWD 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 41 MPG combined (40 city / 42 highway), 39% better than the 2027 small SUV average of 29.4 MPG, for an estimated $1,650 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 Sportage — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Sportage →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Gwang-Ju, Gyeonggi Province
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2027 Sportage configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD 4dr SUV | 184.3 in | 73.6 in | 65.7 in | 108.7 in | 63.8 / 64.2 in | 3,618 lb | 58/42 |
| FWD 4dr SUV | 184.3 in | 73.6 in | 65.7 in | 108.7 in | 63.8 / 64.2 in | 3,486 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage Hybrid FWD Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 40 / 42 / 41 | +39% | $1,650 | 215 |
| Sportage Plug-in Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 35 / 36 / 36 | +41% | $1,850 | 97 |
| Sportage Hybrid AWD Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 35 / 36 / 35 | +37% | $1,900 | 251 |
| Sportage FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 33 / 28 | -5% | $2,400 | 317 |
| Sportage AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 26 | +2% | $2,600 | 338 |
| Sportage X-pro | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 26 / 24 | -6% | $2,800 | 374 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Kia Sportage.
Similar 2027 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Kia Sportage (this car) | 41 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Seltos | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe | 36 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Sorento | 37 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Hyundai Kona | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Kia Sportage.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Kia Sportage is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
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Other Sportage years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sportage | 42 | 184.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 40 |
| 2025 Sportage | 43 | 183.5 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 75 |
| 2024 Sportage | 43 | 183.5 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 110 |
| 2023 Sportage | 43 | 183.5 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 309 |
| 2022 Sportage | 26 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 46 |
| 2021 Sportage | 26 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 54 |
| 2020 Sportage | 26 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 164 |
| 2019 Sportage | 25 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 71 |
| 2018 Sportage | 26 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 165 |
| 2017 Sportage | 26 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 404 |
| 2016 Sportage | 23 | 174.8 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 134 |
| 2015 Sportage | 23 | 174.8 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 146 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Kia. How we calculate this →