Kia Sportage SX (2026) price & specs
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Overview
The 2026 Kia Sportage SX is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 5th May 2025. The Kia Sportage is regarded as a medium SUV built in Slovakia with prices starting at $49,450 before on-road costs.
This Kia Sportage is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 173 kW of power and 367 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Kia claims the Sportage SX uses 5.3L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 121g of CO2. It has a 52L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 981km per full tank
The Kia Sportage measures 1665mm (65.6 inches) in height, 4685mm (184.4 inches) in length, 1865mm (73.4 inches) in width with a 2755mm (108.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1793kg (3952.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Sportage SX comes standard with 235/60 R18 front tyres and 235/60 R18 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 84 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2026 Kia Sportage SX has a 181mm ground clearance with a 1900kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
71.43 - 99.83 kW/t
63.58 kW/t
222.22 kW/t
Boot Space
543 - 586 litres
150 litres
819 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.9 - 8.1 L/100km
0.5 L/100km
8.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
667 - 1,061 km
667 km
9,000 km
Price
$42,147 - $65,506
$22,990
$106,442
Warranty (Years)
7 years
2 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
5 years
2 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,100 - 2,290 kg
1,835 kg
3,220 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,650 - 1,900 kg
670 kg
3,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
181 mm
145 mm
227 mm
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Dimensions
4,685 mm
1,865 mm
1,665 mm
| 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 | 497 kg |
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Explore Kia Sportage Features & Specs
SX
1.6L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4
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driveaway12v power outlet
Location boot/cargo: yes
Location front: yes
Cruise control
Adaptive cruise control (ACC): yes
Stop/go function: Stop & Go
Driver modes
Includes engine mapping: yes
Includes steering: yes
Includes transmission: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android number of months subscription: Unlimited
Android wireless connection: yes
Apple CarPlay: yes
Apple number of months subscription inc: Unlimited
Apple wireless connection: yes
Over air updates
Type: OTA Updates
Parking assistance
Location rear: yes
Type: Guidance Display
Parking distance system
Location front: yes
Type: Sensor
Location rear: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Remote services
Driving history & analysis: yes
Find my car: yes
Geo fencing: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Location sharing: yes
Number of months subscription included: 84
Remote lock/unlock: yes
Remote seat heating control: yes
Send destination to car: yes
Speed alert: yes
Theft alert: yes
Vehicle diagnostics: yes
Vehicle start: yes
Smart card / smart key
Includes keyless entry: yes
Includes keyless start: yes
Telematics
Advanced auto collision notification: yes
Breakdown assistance: yes
Concierge number of months inc: 0
Connection type Via: SIM In Vehicle
Tracker system: yes
USB charging port
Location front: yes
Number: 2
Location rear: yes
Number: 2
Vanity mirror
Location driver: yes
Illuminated: yes
Location passenger: yes
Illuminated: yes
Voice activating system
Virtual assistant: Other
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of: 1
Electrical system
Voltage: 12 V
Emission control level
CO2 level - g/km cntry/highway: 149 g/km
CO2 level - g/km combined: 121 g/km
CO2 level - g/km urban: 82 g/km
Standard met: EU5
Energy recuperation
Level selection: yes
Engine
Configuration: In-Line
Cc: 1,598 cc
Engine code: Smartstream G1.6 T-GDI
Liters: 1.6 L
Number of cylinders: 4
WLTP emissions
Testing type HEV Charge Sustaining: yes
Fuel
Fuel type: Unleaded
Fuel type octane no.: 91
Generic primary fuel type: Petrol
Minimum fuel octane number: 91
Minimum fuel type: Unleaded
Tanks
Type main: yes
Capacity: 52 L
Electric motor
Motor number 1: yes
Electric motor type: AC Perm Magnet Synchronous
Max torque motor Nm: 264 Nm
Motor location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Power output motor hp/PS: 64.9 hp/PS
Power output motor kW: 47.7 kW
Electric Power source
Battery cell type: Pouch
Battery type: Lithium Ion
Battery voltage: 270 V
Maximum battery kilowatt hour: 1.49 kWh
Number of months subscription included: 0 months
Hybrid type
Hybrid type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average fuel consumption: yes
Display screen
Location Dashboard centre 1: yes
Orientation: Fixed
Screen size: 12.3 in
Touch screen: yes
Location instrument cluster 1: yes
Screen size: 4 in
Low tire pressure indicator
Displays pressure: yes
Fuel consumption
Standard ADR 81/02: yes
Combined: 5.3 L/100km
Country/highway: 6.5 L/100km
Calculated vehicle range: 981 km
Combined: 18.9 km/L
Country/highway: 15.4 km/L
Urban: 27.8 km/L
Urban: 3.6 L/100km
Standard WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining: yes
Calculated vehicle range: 981 km
Combined: 18.9 km/L
Combined: 5.3 L/100km
Power
Maximum power hp/PS: 235 hp/PS
Maximum power hp/ps electric motor: 65 hp/PS
Maximum power kW: 173 kW
Maximum power kW electric motor: 48 kW
Maximum torque Nm: 367 Nm
Maximum torque Nm electric motor: 264 Nm
Measurement standard: EEC
Primary or secondary fuel power figure: Primary
Rpm for maximum torque (low): 1,500 rpm
Secondary power
Maximum power hp/PS: 180 hp/PS
Maximum power kw: 132 kW
Maximum torque nm: 265 Nm
Rpm for maximum power (low): 5,500 rpm
Rpm for maximum torque (low): 1,500 rpm
WLTP electric energy consumption
Test type BEV/HEV electric energy consumption: yes
Differential lock
Location: Center
Drive
Descent control system: yes
Driven wheels: 4x4
Four wheel drive type: Full-Time, Part-Time
Selection: Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Gearchange paddles: yes
Shift lever location: Steering Wheel
Transmission description: Automatic
Number of speeds: 6
Transmission type: Automatic
Disc brakes
Number of: 4
Number of ventilated discs: 2
Power steering
Vehicle speed proportional: yes
Wheel
Height adjustment: yes
Multi-function: yes
Telescopic adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location front: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Strut
Location rear: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Multi-Link
Tires
Location front: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 103
Tire profile: 60
Tire speed rating: H
Tire width: 235 mm
Location rear: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 103
Tire profile: 60
Tire speed rating: H
Tire width: 235 mm
Wheels
Location front: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Two-tone: yes
Rim diameter: 18 in
Rim width: 7.5 in
Location rear: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Two-tone: yes
Rim diameter: 18 in
Rim width: 7.5 in
Body style
Body type: SUV
Local number of doors: 5
Number of doors: 5
Platform code: HYUNDAI XD
Wheelbase type: Short
Local body type: SUV
Spoiler
Location roof: yes
Cargo capacity
Measurement standard: VDA
Rear seat down: 1,872 L
Rear seat up; to lower window: 586 L
External dimensions
Curb to curb turning circle: 11,400 mm
Front track: 1,615 mm
Ground clearance unladen: 181 mm
Overall height: 1,665 mm
Overall length: 4,685 mm
Overall width: 1,865 mm
Rear track: 1,622 mm
Wheelbase: 2,755 mm
Internal dimensions
Leg room rear: 1,050 mm
Doors
Location driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Rear door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight control
Auto highbeam: yes
Dusk sensor: yes
Height adjustment: Manual
Headlights
Bulb type (high beam): LED
Bulb type (low beam): LED
Lens type: Complex Surface
LED lights
Location: Brake Lights, Day Time Running Lights, High Beam, Low Beam, Rear Lights
Paint
Type gloss: yes
Airbags
Number of: 7
Anti collision system
Activates brake lights: yes
Automatic emergency braking: yes
Brakes at low speed: Front
Driver monitor: yes
Driving pattern monitor: yes
Includes junction crossing: yes
Includes junction turning: yes
Includes oncoming collision avoidance: yes
Minimum speed to activate (kph): 10 km/h
Operates above 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Operates below 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Pedestrian & cyclist avoidance system: yes
Visual/acoustic warning: yes
Autonomous drive
Active lane control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic sign response activation: Auto
Traffic sign response city: yes
Traffic sign response highway: yes
Traffic sign response off-highway: yes
Crash test results
Standard: ANCAP, Euro NCAP
ANCAP adult occupant score: 87
ANCAP child occupant score: 87
ANCAP overall: 5
ANCAP pedestrian score: 66
ANCAP safety assist score: 74
Euro NCAP adult occupant score: 87
Euro NCAP child occupant score: 86
Euro NCAP overall: 5
Euro NCAP pedestrian score: 66
Euro NCAP safety assist score: 72
ANCAP date tested: 1 Jan 2022
ANCAP rating year: 2022
ANCAP version tested: LHD Hybrid
Euro NCAP date tested: 6 Jul 2022
Euro NCAP version tested: Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDI HEV 5dr OD
Distance & object sensing technology
Millimetre-wave sensor: yes
Front airbag
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Front seat belts
Seat position driver: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Height adjustable: yes
Head restraints
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Number: 3
Lane departure warning
Activates steering: yes
Overtaking sensor
Active without turn signal: yes
Includes collision avoidance: yes
Steering vibration: yes
Rear cross traffic collision avoidance
Includes braking: yes
Type: Radar
Rear seat belts
Seat position center: yes
Type: 3-Point
Seat position driver: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Side airbag
Location front: yes
Side curtain airbag
Location: Front and Rear
Door mirrors/cameras
Location driver: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Location passenger: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power windows
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Rear window
Type: Fixed
Wipers: Intermittent
Windshield wipers
Intermittent wipe: Automatic
Rain sensor: yes
Weights
Gross trailer weight braked: 1,900 kg
Gross trailer weight unbraked: 750 kg
Gross vehicle weight: 2,290 kg
Published kerb weight: 1,793 kg
Tare weight: 1,761.5 kg
Trailer noseweight: 100 kg
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
Total number of USB connections front: 1
USB connection front: yes
Remote audio controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of: 6
System
Digital radio: yes
Radio: AM, FM
Touch screen: yes
Cover/rear parcel shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury trim
On center floor console: Piano Black
On doors: Alloy Look
On gear selector: Leather
On instrument panel: Alloy Look
Front seat
Location driver: yes
Height type: Manual
Lumbar type: Manual
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Bucket
Location passenger: yes
Reach type: Manual
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Bucket
Rear seats
Facing direction front: yes
Folding: Asymmetrical
Remote folding: yes
Seating capacity: 3
Type: Bench
Seat upholstery
Additional seat material: Cloth
Main seat material: Cloth
Seating
Seating capacity: 5
Seating configuration: 2+3
Cup holders
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Air conditioning
Air conditioning type: Auto
Climate control number of zones: 2
System
Engine heater: yes
Power locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate service
Distance: 10,000 km
Period (mths): 12 months
Anti-corrosion
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
Battery - OEM
Distance: 150,000 km
Duration (months): 84 months
State of charge threshold %: 70%
Battery - Total
Distance: 150,000 km
Duration (months): 84
Electric systems - OEM
Distance: 150,000 km
Duration (months): 84 months
Electric systems - Total
Distance (km): 150000
Distance (miles): 93206
Duration (months): 84
Powertrain - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
Powertrain - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
Roadside assistance
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 12 months
Whole vehicle - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
Whole vehicle - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 84 months
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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