Kia Sportage Comparison

The 2026 Kia Sportage is the updated version of Kia's mid-sized SUV, with refreshed styling, revised cabin technology and a broader hybrid line-up alongside petrol and diesel options. It remains one of Kia's key family models in Australia, aimed at buyers wanting a practical five-seat SUV with strong safety equipment, useful boot space and broad variant choice. The Sportage competes directly with the Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson and Mitsubishi Outlander, and its appeal is everyday versatility with Kia's long warranty behind it.

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Latest Kia Sportage News and Reviews

2027 Kia Sportage spied testing with more angular look

Damion Smy

2027 Kia Sportage spied testing with more angular look

Kia’s next-generation Toyota RAV4 rival has been caught hot-weather testing with a boxier new look, ahead of its expected Australian arrival in 2027.

1 Month Ago

2027 Kia Sportage spied testing ahead of Australian launch

Damion Smy

2027 Kia Sportage spied testing ahead of Australian launch

The replacement for the Korean auto brand's best-seller here and overseas has been caught testing in Europe, revealing a key interior feature.

3 Months Ago

2026 Kia Sportage S Hybrid review

James Wong

2026 Kia Sportage S Hybrid review

The latest addition to the Kia Sportage hybrid lineup is also the cheapest. It offers the best ride in the range, plus sharp pricing and solid specs.

4 Months Ago

Kia K4, EV3, EV5, EV6, EV9, Carnival, Sorento, Sportage and Tasman recalled

Marton Pettendy

Kia K4, EV3, EV5, EV6, EV9, Carnival, Sorento, Sportage and Tasman recalled

More than 11,500 examples of nine Kia models – including the Tasman ute – have been recalled due to potentially faulty instrument clusters.

7 Months Ago

2026 Kia Sportage price and specs

James Wong

2026 Kia Sportage price and specs

The updated Kia Sportage range is now in showrooms, bringing more kit and tech across the mid-size SUV range, but price rises of $500-$4000.

8 Months Ago

2026 Kia Sportage S Hybrid: New base model undercuts RAV4

Marton Pettendy

2026 Kia Sportage S Hybrid: New base model undercuts RAV4

A new entry-level hybrid mid-size SUV has been announced by Kia, and it’s cheaper than its biggest competitor.

8 Months Ago

Which mid-size SUV should you buy for under $60,000?

William Stopford

Which mid-size SUV should you buy for under $60,000?

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8 Months Ago

Kia driving Australian Open 2026 with more EVs than ever before

James Wong

Kia driving Australian Open 2026 with more EVs than ever before

Kia is celebrating a milestone 25 years as a major partner with the Australian Open, with this year's player vehicle fleet including 55 EVs.

9 Months Ago

2027 Kia Sportage spied testing with more angular look

Damion Smy

2027 Kia Sportage spied testing with more angular look

Kia’s next-generation Toyota RAV4 rival has been caught hot-weather testing with a boxier new look, ahead of its expected Australian arrival in 2027.

1 Month Ago

2027 Kia Sportage spied testing ahead of Australian launch

Damion Smy

2027 Kia Sportage spied testing ahead of Australian launch

The replacement for the Korean auto brand's best-seller here and overseas has been caught testing in Europe, revealing a key interior feature.

3 Months Ago

2026 Kia Sportage S Hybrid review

James Wong

2026 Kia Sportage S Hybrid review

The latest addition to the Kia Sportage hybrid lineup is also the cheapest. It offers the best ride in the range, plus sharp pricing and solid specs.

4 Months Ago

Kia K4, EV3, EV5, EV6, EV9, Carnival, Sorento, Sportage and Tasman recalled

Marton Pettendy

Kia K4, EV3, EV5, EV6, EV9, Carnival, Sorento, Sportage and Tasman recalled

More than 11,500 examples of nine Kia models – including the Tasman ute – have been recalled due to potentially faulty instrument clusters.

7 Months Ago

2026 Kia Sportage price and specs

James Wong

2026 Kia Sportage price and specs

The updated Kia Sportage range is now in showrooms, bringing more kit and tech across the mid-size SUV range, but price rises of $500-$4000.

8 Months Ago

2026 Kia Sportage S Hybrid: New base model undercuts RAV4

Marton Pettendy

2026 Kia Sportage S Hybrid: New base model undercuts RAV4

A new entry-level hybrid mid-size SUV has been announced by Kia, and it’s cheaper than its biggest competitor.

8 Months Ago

Which mid-size SUV should you buy for under $60,000?

William Stopford

Which mid-size SUV should you buy for under $60,000?

There are over 30 mid-size SUVs available for under $60,000, with brands from BYD to Mazda and Zeekr offering one. These are our favourites.

8 Months Ago

Kia driving Australian Open 2026 with more EVs than ever before

James Wong

Kia driving Australian Open 2026 with more EVs than ever before

Kia is celebrating a milestone 25 years as a major partner with the Australian Open, with this year's player vehicle fleet including 55 EVs.

9 Months Ago

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