2026 Kia Sportage
The new Kia Sportage is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $37,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $60,370 for the Gt-line.
There are 4 variants of the Sportage available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2025.
Engine options include 2.0L in-line (115kW/192Nm), 2.0L turbo (137kW/416Nm) and 1.6L turbo (173kW/367Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 8-speed automatic transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2026 Sportage is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
6 or 8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
Combustion or Hybrid
Retail Price
Transmission
6 or 8-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Diesel or Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
Combustion or Hybrid
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Kia Sportage
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Kia Sportage comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S and the most expensive being Gt-Line.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,685 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,865 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 490 mm |
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Kia Sportage
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Sportage is the S that starts from $37,990.
See all Kia Sportage PricingThe most expensive Kia Sportage is the Gt-Line that starts from $60,370.
See all Kia Sportage PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Sportage is 1900 kg offered by the following variants: S, SX, SX+ and Gt-Line.
See all Kia Sportage towing capacityThe largest Kia Sportage is the SX+ which measures 1865mm wide, 4685mm in length and sits 1680mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Sportage is the Gt-Line which has 173kW of power from its 1.6L Turbo engine.
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The heaviest Kia Sportage is the Gt-Line which weighs 2290 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Sportage may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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