Kia Sportage vs Tesla Model Y Comparison

    Kia Sportage

    Tesla Model Y

    2026 Kia
    Sportage
    vs
    2025 Tesla
    Model Y
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Rating
    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
    Read the 2025 Kia Sportage GT-Line Hybrid review
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    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
    Read the 2025 Tesla Model Y review
    This rating has been converted from our previous rating system. Read about our new review ratings.
    Based on the Kia Sportage GT-LINE HEV (FWD)
    Based on the Tesla Model Y REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    City drivingCity driving
    Long distance drivingLong distance driving
    Fuel Efficiency
    52L - 54L
    255 to 437 km
    NA
    Warranty
    7 year
    warranty
    4 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $37,990 - $60,370
    $55,900 - $82,900
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    CarExpert's Take

    Matt Campbell
    Senior Contributor
    Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Good real-world consumption
    • All the nice GT-Line bits inside
    • Smooth powertrain operations
    Misses
    • Should be more affordable
    • No all-wheel drive option
    • Rude servicing costs
    Matt Campbell
    Senior Contributor
    Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Market-leading price
    • Still extremely well equipped
    • Ultra practical design
    Misses
    • Price cuts hurt resale
    • Still not as comfy as some rivals
    • Short warranty

    Colours Available

    Clear White is the standard paint finish, with the following optional:

    • Steel Grey
    • Gravity Grey
    • Fusion Black
    • Vesta Blue
    • Dawning Red
    • Snow White Pearl (SX+ and GT-Line only)
    • Jungle Wood Green (SX+ and GT-Line only)

    Premium paint costs an extra $520.

    All models have a black interior.

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO-
    Size (cc)
    1598 - 1999-
    Size (L)
    1.6L, 2.0L-
    Cylinders
    4-
    Camshaft
    DUAL OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16-
    Power
    115kW - 173kW188kW - 393kW
    Power RPM
    4000 - 6200-
    Torque
    192Nm - 416Nm350Nm - 690Nm
    Torque RPM
    1500 - 4500-
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    --

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