What Changed
The Sportage is all-new for 2023. The small crossover has grown considerably adding about 7 inches in length and 2 inches of height. Passenger volume is up from 101.5 to 106.9 cu. ft. The Sportage model range includes normal, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains. The base engine is 2.5l four-cylinder rated at 187-bhp. Hybrid / Plug-In Hybrid models equip a 1.6l turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 177-bhp. When combined with the electric motor, system output is 227 horsepower for hybrid models, and 261 horsepower for the plug-in. The model expands to include new X-Line and X-Pro trim levels. |
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| 2023 Kia Sportage | 2022 Kia Sportage | |
| Price Range | $26,290 - $43,190 | $24,090 - $35,250 |
| Engine(s) | 1.6l I4 T HEV, 1.6l I4 T PHEV, 2.5l I4 | 2.0l I4 T, 2.4l I4 |
| Transmission(s) | A6, A8 | A6 |
| Driven Wheels | AWD, FWD | AWD, FWD |
| Length / Width / Height | 183.5 / 73.4 / 65.4 | 176.4 / 73.0 / 64.4 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3373 - 4211 | 3305 - 3765 |
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