Six 2026 Kia Sportage Trims for Six Kinds of Drivers Shopping for a compact SUV gets a lot easier once you know what each badge on the tailgate buys you. The 2026 Kia Sportage comes in six gas-powered trims, and the spread between the entry model and the top one is wide, running from cloth seats all the way to a heated windshield. We broke down every version so you can spot your match before you set foot on a lot. Every gas-powered 2026 Sportage uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The X-Line and X-Pro Prestige come with all-wheel drive only, while the SX is sold with front-wheel drive only. Starting prices run from $28,690 for the LX with FWD to $39,590 for the X-Pro Prestige, before a $1,445 destination charge. One Engine Under Every Hood Kia keeps the powertrain choice simple. Each trim gets the same 2.5-liter four-cylinder, rated at 187 hp at 6,100 rpm and 178 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. An eight-speed automatic sends that power to the front wheels or to all four, depending on the trim you pick. With front-wheel drive, Kia estimates 25 mpg city, 33 highway, and 28 combined. Most AWD versions land at 24/30/26 mpg. The X-Pro Prestige, which rolls on all-terrain tires, is rated at 23/26/24 mpg. Every trim can tow up to 2,500 pounds with a braked trailer. Kia Sportage Trim Levels for Budget-Minded Buyers The LX starts at $28,690, and it doesn't feel bare. You get 17-inch alloy wheels, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, and Lane Following Assist. Cloth seats and a six-way manual driver's seat help keep the price down. An $800 Convenience Package adds blind-spot warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning, and a 10-way power driver's seat. On FWD models, that package brings heated front seats too. Step up to the EX, from $30,490, and plenty of those extras come standard. The EX adds 18-inch wheels, SynTex seats, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic A/C, a wireless charging pad, and a height-adjustable Smart Power Liftgate. It's the trim we'd point most commuters toward. Want more sky over your head? A $1,000 Panoramic Sunroof Package handles that. X-Line and X-Pro Prestige Lace Up Their Boots Priced from $32,990, the X-Line comes with Active AWD, Terrain Mode with Snow, Mud, and Sand settings, 19-inch wheels, and a gloss black raised roof rack. Inside, you'll find upgraded SynTex seats and hydrographic wood dash trim. Its $2,500 Technology Package adds built-in maps, Harman Kardon audio, Highway Driving Assist, and a Surround View Monitor. At $39,590, the X-Pro Prestige sits at the top of the ladder. This one pairs the rugged look with SX Prestige goodies like ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel. You also get all-terrain tires on 17-inch wheels, a Terrain Mode tuned for those tires, a heated windshield, and heated wiper nozzles. That heated glass earns its keep on a frosty January morning in Indiana. SX and SX Prestige Pile On the Tech Front-wheel drive is the only choice on the SX, which starts at $34,290. This trim swaps the matte black trim for gloss black accents and adds a panoramic sunroof, Harman Kardon audio, a curved 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and built-in maps with Kia Connect. Highway Driving Assist and memory settings for the driver's seat and mirrors come along for the ride. Opt for the SX Prestige, and you'll pay $36,290 with FWD or $38,090 with AWD. That money buys 19-inch wheels, LED fog lights, ventilated front seats, an eight-way power passenger seat, a heated steering wheel, and Digital Key 2.0. Parking gets easier too, thanks to the Surround View Monitor, Blind-spot View Monitor, and Kia's reverse Parking Collision Avoidance system. 2026 Kia Sportage Trim Comparison Chart Feature LX EX X-Line SX SX Prestige X-Pro Prestige Starting MSRP, FWD $28,690 $30,490 Not offered $34,290 $36,290 Not offered Starting MSRP, AWD $30,490 $32,290 $32,990 Not offered $38,090 $39,590 Engine 2.5L 4-cyl, 187 hp, 178 lb-ft 2.5L 4-cyl, 187 hp, 178 lb-ft 2.5L 4-cyl, 187 hp, 178 lb-ft 2.5L 4-cyl, 187 hp, 178 lb-ft 2.5L 4-cyl, 187 hp, 178 lb-ft 2.5L 4-cyl, 187 hp, 178 lb-ft Transmission 8-speed automatic 8-speed automatic 8-speed automatic 8-speed automatic 8-speed automatic 8-speed automatic Drivetrain FWD or Active AWD FWD or Active AWD Active AWD FWD FWD or Active AWD Active AWD Terrain Mode (Snow, Mud, Sand) With AWD With AWD Standard Not offered With AWD Standard, tuned for all-terrain tires Est. mpg, FWD (city/hwy/comb.) 25/33/28 25/33/28 N/A 25/33/28 25/33/28 N/A Est. mpg, AWD (city/hwy/comb.) 24/30/26 24/30/26 24/30/26 N/A 24/30/26 23/26/24 Wheels and tires 17-in. alloy 18-in. alloy 19-in. alloy 18-in. alloy 19-in. alloy 17-in. alloy, all-terrain tires Ground clearance 7.1 in. FWD / 8.3 in. AWD 7.1 in. FWD / 8.3 in. AWD 8.3 in. 7.1 in. 7.1 in. FWD / 8.3 in. AWD 8.3 in. Roof rails Not offered Available flush rails Gloss black raised rack Gloss black flush rails Gloss black flush rails Gloss black raised rack Seating surface Cloth SynTex Upgraded SynTex SynTex, upgraded SynTex available Upgraded SynTex Upgraded SynTex Driver's seat 6-way manual, 10-way power available 10-way power 10-way power, memory available 10-way power with memory 10-way power with memory 10-way power with memory 8-way power passenger seat Not offered Not offered Not offered Not offered Standard Standard Heated front seats Available on FWD Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Ventilated front seats Not offered Not offered Not offered Not offered Standard Standard Heated steering wheel Not offered Not offered Not offered Not offered Standard Standard Heated windshield and wiper nozzles Not offered Not offered Not offered Not offered Not offered Standard Air conditioning Manual Dual-zone automatic Dual-zone automatic Dual-zone automatic Dual-zone automatic Dual-zone automatic 12.3-in. touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Built-in maps with Kia Connect Not offered Not offered Available Standard Standard Standard Gauge cluster 12.3-in. LCD with 4.2-in. TFT 12.3-in. LCD with 4.2-in. TFT 12.3-in. LCD with 4.2-in. TFT, curved 12.3-in. TFT available Curved 12.3-in. TFT Curved 12.3-in. TFT Curved 12.3-in. TFT Audio 6 speakers 6 speakers 6 speakers, Harman Kardon available Harman Kardon Harman Kardon Harman Kardon Wireless phone charging pad Not offered Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Digital Key 2.0 Not offered Not offered Not offered Not offered Standard Standard Smart Power Liftgate Not offered Standard Available Standard Standard Standard Panoramic sunroof Not offered Available Available Standard Standard Standard Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist Available Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Highway Driving Assist Not offered Not offered Available Standard Standard Standard Surround View Monitor and Blind-spot View Monitor Not offered Not offered Available Not offered Standard Standard LED fog lights Not offered Not offered Available Not offered Standard Standard Towing capacity with trailer brakes 2,500 lbs. 2,500 lbs. 2,500 lbs. 2,500 lbs. 2,500 lbs. 2,500 lbs. Cargo space behind 2nd row / behind 1st row (low floor) 39.6 / 74.1 cu. ft. 39.6 / 74.1 cu. ft. 39.6 / 74.1 cu. ft. 39.6 / 74.1 cu. ft. 39.6 / 74.1 cu. ft. 39.6 / 74.1 cu. ft. Starting MSRP excludes the $1,445 destination charge, taxes, title, license, and options. Fuel economy figures are Kia estimates. Pricing and specifications from Kia Media for the 2026 Sportage and subject to change. There Is a Hybrid Ladder Too Everything above covers the gas lineup. Kia sells the Sportage Hybrid as its own set of trims with a turbocharged hybrid powertrain and fuel economy that climbs into the forties. Worth a look if your commute is long. Shop Sportage Hybrid Picking the Sportage That Fits Your Week If price leads the way, the LX or EX handles daily driving well, and the EX adds the upgrades you'll touch every single day. Drivers who face gravel roads, snowy back roads, or weekend camping trips should look at the X-Line first. Move up to the X-Pro Prestige if heated glass and all-terrain tires sound good. Tech fans will like the SX, and the SX Prestige makes sense if you want cooled seats and a surround view camera without the trail styling. Comparing Kia Sportage trim levels in person helps a ton, too. Seat feel, screen layout, and cargo room are hard to judge from a spec sheet, so sit in two or three before you decide. Why Buy Your 2026 Sportage at Kia of Muncie Choosing between six trims is easier when you can sit in them back to back, and that's where we come in. Our team at Kia of Muncie will walk you through the differences between an EX and an X-Line without steering you toward the priciest one on the lot. As a fourth-generation, family-owned dealership, we'd rather match you with a Sportage you'll love than rush a sale. Take a test drive, check your trade-in value online, and let our finance team shop multiple lenders for a payment that fits. Once you're home, our factory-trained technicians and genuine Kia parts keep your Sportage running right, and our free shuttle and hand car wash make service visits a little easier. Sportage Trim Questions We Hear Often How many trim levels does the 2026 Kia Sportage come in? The gas-powered 2026 Sportage comes in six trims, which are the LX, EX, X-Line, SX, SX Prestige, and X-Pro Prestige. Kia sells the Sportage Hybrid and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid as separate lineups. Which 2026 Sportage trims come with all-wheel drive? The X-Line and X-Pro Prestige come with Active AWD as standard. It's optional on the LX, EX, and SX Prestige, and the SX is offered with front-wheel drive only. Does every 2026 Sportage have a panoramic sunroof? No. The SX, SX Prestige, and X-Pro Prestige include one as standard. It's available on the EX and X-Line through option packages, and the LX doesn't offer it. How much can a 2026 Kia Sportage tow? Every gas-powered 2026 Sportage trim is rated to tow 2,500 pounds with trailer brakes and 1,653 pounds without them. What fuel economy does the 2026 Sportage get? Kia estimates 25 mpg city, 33 highway, and 28 combined with front-wheel drive. Most AWD trims are rated at 24/30/26 mpg, and the X-Pro Prestige is rated at 23/26/24 mpg. Sit in Two or Three Before You Decide Tell us which features you actually use and we will pull the two trims worth comparing, side by side, with no pressure to decide the same day. Shop Sportage inventory Schedule a test drive

Kia Built Two Three-Row SUVs, and Your Family Only Needs One Family SUV shopping gets tricky when one brand builds two great three-row models. Kia parks the Sorento and the Telluride on the same showroom floor, and plenty of Muncie families arrive unsure which one fits their garage. Both seats for the whole crew. Both carry Kia's 10-year powertrain limited warranty. The choice comes down to size, power, and price. The 2026 Kia Sorento runs from $32,390 to $47,790 across eight gas trims, with hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions sold separately. Kia skipped a 2026 Telluride and launched the redesigned SUV as a 2027 model priced from $39,190 to $56,790. A gas Telluride is nearly 10 inches longer than the Sorento and holds 22.3 cubic feet behind row three, next to the Sorento's 12.6. One Brand, Two Model Years One quirk needs a mention first. Kia sells the Sorento as a 2026 model. There was never a 2026 Telluride. The first generation ended after 2025, and the redesigned second generation arrived in 2027. This matchup pairs the 2026 Sorento with the 2027 Telluride, using numbers straight from Kia's official specs. Kia Sorento vs. Telluride on Size and Seating Size separates these two right away. Anyone weighing the Kia Sorento vs. Telluride question should start with a tape measure. Kia's Sorento stretches 189.6 inches on a 110.8-inch wheelbase and seats six or seven, based on trim. Row three works best for kids and short trips. Telluride measures 199.2 inches on a 116.9-inch wheelbase and seats up to eight, or seven with second-row captain's chairs. Riders in row three get 32.1 inches of legroom, enough for actual adults. Cargo tells a similar story. With every seat up, the Sorento holds 12.6 cubic feet, and the gas-powered Telluride holds 22.3 cubic feet. Fold the third row, and the Sorento gives you 38.5 to 45.0 cubic feet, against 48.7 in the Telluride. Drop all the rear seats, and the totals reach 75.5 and 89.3 cubic feet. Power and Fuel Economy Tradeoffs Engines split along trim lines. The Sorento LX and S trims carry a 191-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. EX and higher trims get a 281-horsepower turbo with 311 lb-ft of torque. Every gas Telluride runs a 274-horsepower version of that turbo with the same 311 lb-ft and an 8-speed automatic. Lighter weight pays off at the pump. A base Sorento earns EPA estimates of 23 city and 31 highway mpg with front-wheel drive. Gas Telluride models check in at 20 city and 26 highway with FWD. Kia rates the Sorento Hybrid EX FWD at 37 mpg combined, good for 655 miles of range. The new Telluride Turbo Hybrid makes 329 horsepower and earns 35 mpg combined on the EX FWD trim. Both are EPA estimates. Towing favors the bigger SUV. A properly equipped gas Telluride pulls up to 5,000 pounds. Sorento ratings run from 2,000 pounds with the base engine to 4,500 on the X-Pro SX Prestige. 2026 Sorento and 2027 Telluride Trim Comparison Trim Engine and Horsepower Drivetrain Starting MSRP 2026 Kia Sorento (gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid) LX 2.5L 4-cylinder, 191 hp FWD $32,390 S 2.5L 4-cylinder, 191 hp FWD or AWD $35,290 EX 2.5L Turbo, 281 hp FWD or AWD $38,490 SX 2.5L Turbo, 281 hp FWD $42,290 X-Line EX 2.5L Turbo, 281 hp AWD $42,790 X-Line SX 2.5L Turbo, 281 hp AWD $44,090 X-Line SX Prestige 2.5L Turbo, 281 hp AWD $46,790 X-Pro SX Prestige 2.5L Turbo, 281 hp AWD $47,790 Hybrid EX Turbo Hybrid, 227 hp combined FWD or AWD From $38,890 Plug-In Hybrid EX Turbo Plug-In Hybrid, 261 hp combined AWD From $48,290 2027 Kia Telluride (gas and turbo hybrid) LX 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp FWD $39,190 S 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp FWD or AWD $42,090 FWD / $44,090 AWD EX 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp FWD or AWD $43,790 FWD / $45,790 AWD X-Line EX 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp AWD $47,290 SX 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp FWD $48,790 X-Line SX 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp AWD $51,790 X-Pro SX 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp AWD $53,690 SX Prestige 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp AWD $53,890 X-Line SX Prestige 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp AWD $54,890 X-Pro SX Prestige 2.5L Turbo, 274 hp AWD $56,790 Turbo Hybrid EX 2.5L Turbo Hybrid, 329 hp combined FWD $46,490 Turbo Hybrid X-Line SX Prestige 2.5L Turbo Hybrid, 329 hp combined AWD $57,590 MSRPs exclude destination, taxes, and fees. Telluride Turbo Hybrid pricing covers select trims for now; ask your dealer about the rest. Where Each One Wins Price gaps stay steady up the ladder. A Sorento EX with the turbo engine costs $38,490, about $5,300 less than a Telluride EX with front-wheel drive. Up top, a loaded X-Pro SX Prestige Sorento runs $47,790, compared to $56,790 for the same Telluride trim. That difference covers a lot of gas, soccer cleats, and summer camp fees. Fresh off a full redesign, the 2027 Telluride debuts dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays and an AI voice assistant. Buyers can add a 14-speaker Meridian sound system, and ten airbags come standard, including a new front-center bag. Over in the Sorento, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard on a 12.3-inch touchscreen, plus available Highway Driving Assist. It also earned a 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award on models built after September 2025. Picking the Right Fit for Your Driveway Go with the Sorento when the third row sees part-time duty, and your budget does the talking. It parks easier, sips less fuel, and its available 281-horsepower turbo actually out-muscles the bigger SUV. Pick the Telluride when you haul teenagers, grandparents, or a full carpool every week and need real cargo room behind row three. Test both back to back, and the answer usually shows up fast. Why Buy Your Next Three-Row SUV From Kia of Muncie Deciding between these two gets easier when you can walk from one to the other on the same lot. We keep both the Sorento and the Telluride in stock at Kia of Muncie. You can climb into each third row, fold the seats flat, and take back-to-back test drives in one visit. Our team skips the pressure and the gimmicks. We'd rather answer questions honestly and let the vehicles speak for themselves. Our finance team works with multiple lenders to match your budget, and you can start a pre-approval online before you stop by. Come see us and find out which three-row Kia your family votes for.

Two Three-Row SUVs Family Shoppers Keep Comparing Shopping for a three-row SUV in Muncie means running into two names over and over. Kia's biggest SUV and Honda's family staple both promise room for the whole crew. You get strong safety scores and enough cargo space for weekend hauls. Picking between them comes down to what your family actually needs day to day. Kia skipped the 2026 Telluride and jumped straight to a redesigned 2027 model with its first-ever hybrid option. Honda's 2026 Pilot keeps a proven V6 and adds bigger standard screens plus a power tailgate on every trim. Both SUVs seat up to eight, tow up to 5,000 pounds, and start under $43,000 before options. Sorting Out the 2026 Kia Telluride vs. Honda Pilot Search If you've been searching for the 2026 Kia Telluride vs. Honda Pilot, here's what's going on. Kia skipped the 2026 model year for its largest SUV. It ended the first-generation run after 2025, then rolled out a redesigned second-generation Telluride badged as a 2027. Those new SUVs started landing in showrooms in early 2026. So when you line up the current Telluride against the 2026 Pilot, you're really looking at Kia's newest 2027 redesign. Those are the numbers we'll use here. What's Under the Hood The redesigned Telluride drops the old V6 for a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, making 274 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. That's a healthy jump in torque, which pays off when you're loaded up with kids and gear. Kia also added a turbo-hybrid good for 329 combined horsepower. It can reach an EPA-estimated 34 mpg city and 36 highway on the front-drive EX. That's the first hybrid ever offered on a Telluride. Over at Honda, things stay familiar. The 2026 Pilot runs a 3.5-liter V6 with 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft, paired to a 10-speed automatic. That V6 is proven and easy to live with, though it can't match the Telluride hybrid at the pump. Front-drive Pilots land at 19 mpg city and 27 highway. Both SUVs offer all-wheel drive and can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. Space for People and Gear Families care about the third row and the trunk, and this is where small differences add up. Kia's Telluride gives you 22.3 cubic feet behind the third row and 48.7 behind the second. A big grocery run or a folded stroller fits without dropping any seats. Its X-Pro trim bumps ground clearance to 9.1 inches for gravel roads and light trails. Honda counters with flat-folding seats and a handy trick. Its Pilot TrailSport swallows up to 113.7 cubic feet with everything folded. A removable second-row center seat on higher trims makes loading long items simple. Behind the third row, you get 18.6 cubic feet of cargo space as standard. Both seat up to eight, though the Pilot TrailSport and select Telluride trims switch to captain's chairs for seven. Tech and Safety Standard Gear For 2026, Honda loaded the Pilot with standard tech. Every Pilot now ships with a 12.3-inch touchscreen and a 10.2-inch digital gauge cluster. You also get wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a power tailgate. Honda Sensing safety tools come standard across the lineup. That list covers automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping. Kia answers with available dual 12.3-inch panoramic screens and wireless phone mirroring on every trim. You also get driver aids like Highway Driving Assist 2 and a surround-view camera. One area Kia clearly pulls ahead is its warranty. Kia's Telluride comes with a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 5-year, 60,000-mile basic warranty. Honda backs the Pilot with a 5-year, 60,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 3-year, 36,000-mile basic warranty. 2027 Telluride and 2026 Pilot Side by Side Category 2027 Kia Telluride 2026 Honda Pilot Trim Ladder and Starting MSRP Trims and MSRP (excludes destination) LX FWD $39,190 S FWD $42,090 EX FWD $43,790 X-Line EX AWD $47,290 SX FWD $48,790 X-Line SX AWD $51,790 X-Pro SX AWD $53,690 SX Prestige AWD $53,890 X-Pro SX Prestige AWD $56,790 Hybrid EX FWD $46,490 Sport FWD $42,395 EX-L FWD $44,695 TrailSport AWD $50,595 Touring AWD $51,295 Touring Blackout AWD $52,495 Elite AWD $53,695 Black Edition AWD $55,195 Powertrain and Fuel Economy Base Engine 2.5L Turbo I4 3.5L V6 Horsepower 274 hp 285 hp Torque 311 lb-ft 262 lb-ft Hybrid Option Yes, 329 hp combined No Transmission 8-speed auto (turbo) 6-speed auto (hybrid) 10-speed auto Fuel Economy (FWD, base) 20 city / 26 hwy / 22 combined 19 city / 27 hwy / 22 combined Hybrid Fuel Economy (EX FWD) 34 city / 36 hwy / 35 combined Not offered Max Towing (properly equipped) 5,000 lbs (turbo) 5,000 lbs (AWD) Space and Capability Seating Up to 8 (7 with captain's chairs) Up to 8 (7 on TrailSport) Cargo Behind 3rd Row 22.3 cu ft 18.6 cu ft Cargo Behind 2nd Row 48.7 cu ft 48.5 cu ft Max Cargo (behind 1st row) 89.3 cu ft Up to 113.7 cu ft (TrailSport) Off-Road Ground Clearance 9.1 in (X-Pro) 8.3 in (TrailSport) Tech and Warranty Center Touchscreen Available dual 12.3-in panoramic 12.3-in standard Wireless CarPlay / Android Auto Standard all trims Standard all trims Basic Warranty 5 yr / 60,000 mi 3 yr / 36,000 mi Powertrain Warranty 10 yr / 100,000 mi 5 yr / 60,000 mi Where Each SUV Pulls Ahead Go with the Telluride if you want the newest design, the choice of a hybrid, and the longer warranty. It reads a little more upscale inside and opens up more room behind that third row. Pick the Pilot if you trust Honda's V6 track record. Maybe you like the removable second-row seat, or want the TrailSport's cargo room for road trips. Both are strong family haulers, so the smart move is to sit in each one and see which cabin fits your crew best. Why Buy Your Next Telluride at Kia of Muncie If the redesigned Telluride caught your eye, we'd love to help you see it in person. At Kia of Muncie, we let the vehicles speak for themselves. You can climb into the new Telluride, fold the seats, and check the third row with no pressure or hard-sell tactics. We're a fourth-generation, family-owned store, and cross-shoppers are always welcome, even if you're still weighing a Pilot against a Telluride. Our team can walk you through trims, hybrid vs. turbo, and financing options that fit your budget. Every Kia we sell also comes with a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. Our free lifetime service perks come on top of that. Stop by, take a test drive, and see which three-row SUV feels right for your family.