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In recent discussions about the Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4, there are mix opinions. On the one hand, some would argue that the new Kia Sportage offers better value, more interior space, and a strong warranty. On the other hand, some would maintain that the new Toyota RAV4 excels in fuel-efficiency, and reliability. Looking at it from another perspective, some contend that the new Kia Sportage packs more modern tech features, and the new Toyota RAV4 offers more practical features. With this in mind, it all comes down to your lifestyle. Scroll below to learn more about the new Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4 specs, features, engine configurations, dimensions, fuel-economy, prices, and more.
5 Key Differences Between the Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4
There are five key things to consider when deciding between the Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4:
- Cargo Capacity: 74.1 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the first row comes standard with the Kia Sportage and 69.8 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the first row comes standard with the Toyota RAV4
- Legroom: In the second row, the Kia Sportage offers 41.3-inches of legroom, and the Toyota RAV4 has 38.8-inches
- Touchscreen: At the base level, the Kia Sportage comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display and the Toyota RAV4 comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen display.
- Engine Power: The Kia Sportage comes with a 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder Engine with 187 horsepower while the Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine delivering 203 horsepower
- Powertrain Warranty: The Kia Sportage offers a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, while the Toyota RAV4 is backed by a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty
Compare Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4 Specs
Browse below to find a quick review of the Kia Sporage vs Toyota RAV price, MPG, engine specs, features, space, and more. Explore the differences between the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV4.
| Kia portage vs Toyota RAV4 Specs | ||
|---|---|---|
| Models | Kia Sportage | Toyota RAV4 |
| Starting Cost | Lower Starting Cost | Higher |
| Engine Specs | ||
| Engine | 2.5-liter Inline 4-cylinder Engine | 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder Engine |
| Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6,100 rpm | 203 hp @ 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 178 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm | 184 lb.-ft. @ 5,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | Direct Shift-8-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) and sequential shift mode |
| Towing | 2,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs. |
| FWD (City/Highway/Combined) | 25/33/28 | 27/35/30 |
| AWD (City/Highway/Combined) | 24/30/26 | 27/34/30 |
| Models | Kia Sportage | Toyota RAV4 |
| Exterior Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in. | 105.9 in. |
| Length | 184.4 in. | 180.9 in |
| Height | 65.4 in. | 67.0 in. |
| Width | 73.4 in. | 73.0 in. |
| Wheel Size | 17 in. | 17 in. |
| Interior Dimensions | ||
| Passenger Volume | 129.3 cu.-ft. | 98.6 cu.-ft. |
| Cargo Volume Behind The First Row | 74.1 cu.-ft. | 69.8 cu.-ft. |
| Cargo Volume Behind The Second Row | 39.6 cu.-ft. | 37.6 cu.-ft. |
| First Row Legroom | 41.4 in. | 41.0 in |
| Second Row Legroom | 41.3 in. | 37.8 in |
| Interior Features | ||
| Touchscreen Size (standard | 12.3 in. | 8 in. |
| Number of Speakers (Standard) | 6 | 6 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Start | Standard | Standard |
| Over-the-Air System Updates | Standard | Standard |
| Front USB Media Port | Standard | Standard |
| Rear USB -C Charging Ports | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth® Wireless Technology w/ Multi-Device Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Safety Features | ||
| Park Distance Warning-Rear | Standard | Standard |
| Park Distance Warning-Front | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Keeping Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Following Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Warranty | ||
| Powertrain Limited Warranty | 10-year/100,000-mile | 5-year/60,000 -mile |
| New Vehicle Limited Warranty | 5-year/60,000-mile | 3-year/36,000-mile |
| Limited Anti-Perforation Warranty | 5-year/100,000-mile | 5-year/unlimited mileage |
| Roadside Assistance | 5-year/60,000-mile | 2-year/25,000 mile |
| Trim Levels | ||
| Trims | 6 - LX,EX,X-Line, SX, SX Prestige, X-Pro Prestige | 5- LE,XLE-XLE Premium, Limited |
| Color Options | 11 | 14 |
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Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4 Interior Space
Inside, the Kia Sportage is slightly bigger than the Toyota RAV4. The Kia Sportage has 192.3 cubic-feet of passenger volume and the Toyota RAV4 has 98.6 cubic-feet of passenger volume. As a result, the Kia Sportage has a slight edge whenever it comes down to comfort and convenience.
- Kia Sportage Passenger Volume: 129.3 cubic-feet of passenger volume
- Toyota RAV4 Passenger Volume: 98.6 cubic-feet of passenger volume
Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4 Legroom
| Kia Sportage | Toyota RAV4 | |
| First-Row Legroom | 41.3-inches | 41.0-inches |
| Second-Row Legroom | 41.4-inches | 37.8-inches |
When it comes down to legroom, the new Kia Sportage has 41.3-inches of legroom in the front and 41.4-inches of legroom in the rear. The Toyota RAV4 on the other hand has 41.0-inches of legroom in the front and 37.8-inches of legroom in the rear.
Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4 Cargo Volume
| Kia Sportage | Toyota RAV4 | |
| Cargo Volume Behind First Row | 74.1 cubic-feet | 69.8 cubic-feet |
| Cargo Volume Behind Second Row | 37.6 cubic-feet | 37.6 cubic-feet |
When it comes down to cargo volume, the Kia Sportage is the winner. The Kia Sportage has 39.6 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the second row and 74.1 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the first row and the Toyota RAV4 has 37.6 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the second row and 69.8 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the first row.
- Kia Sportage Max Cargo Volume: 74.1 cubic-feet
- Toyota RAV4 Max Cargo Volume: 69.8 cubic-feet
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Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV 4: Which SUV Offers More Standard Tech Features
| Kia Sportage (base model) | Toyota RAV4 (base model) | |
| Touchscreen Size | 12.3-inch | 10.5-inch |
| Speakers | 6-Speakers | 6-Seakers |
| Bluetooth® Wireless Technology w/ Multi-Device Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto™ | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® | Standard | Standard |
| Heated Front Seats | Optional | Not Available |
If you're in the market for a new SUV with more tech, the new Kia Sportage has a slight advantage over the Toyota RAV4. To demonstrate, take a glance below:
Kia Sportage Tech Features (base model)
- Kia Sportage Touchscreen: 12.3-inches
- Kia Sportage Speaker System: 6-speakers
- Kia Sportage Infotainment System: Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- Kia Sportage Remote Start: Standard
- Kia Sportage Over-the-air-system updated: Standard
- Kia Sportage Heated Seats: Optional
Toyota RAV4 Tech Features (base model)
- Toyota RAV4 Touchscreen: 10.5 -inches
- Toyota RAV4 Speaker System: 6-speakers
- Toyota RAV4 Infotainment System: Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- Toyota RAV4 Remote Start: Not Specified
- Toyota RAV4 Over-the-air-system updated:Not Available
- Kia Sportage Heated Seats: Not Available
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Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV 4 Engine Configurations
Gas Powered Engine Options Comparison
| FWD Kia Sportage (base) | FWD Toyota RAV4 (base) | |
| Engine | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine |
| Horsepower | 187 horsepower | 236 horsepower |
| Torque | 178 lb.-ft. | 288 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| EPA Mileage Rating | 25 mpg city/33 mpg hwy/28 mpg combined | 47 mpg city/40 mpg hwy /43 mpg combined |
| Towing | 2,500 lbs. | 1,750 lbs. |
In terms of performance, the Kia Sportage has a slight edge over the Toyota RAV4 whenever it come down to max towing but the Toyota RAV has the upper hand whenever it comes down torque and horsepower. To demonstrate take a glance below:
Kia Sportage Engine (Gas Powered)
- Kia Sportage 2.5-liter Inline 4-cylinder Engine
- Kia Sportage Horsepower: 187horsepower
- Kia Sportage Torque: 178 lb.-ft. of torque
- Kia Sportage Transmission: 8-speed automatic transmission
- Kia Sportage Fuel Economy: 25 mpg in the city, 33 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg combined
- Max towing capacity: 2,500 lbs.
Toyota RAV4 (Gas Powered)
- Toyota RAV4 Engine: 2.5-liter Inline 4-cylinder Hybrid Engine
- Toyota RAV4 Horsepower: 236 combined
- Toyota RAV4Torque: 288 lb.-ft. of torque
- Toyota RAV4 Transmission: Electronically Controlled Variable Transmission
- Toyota RAV4 Fuel Economy: 47 mpg in the city, 40 mpg on the highway, and 43 mpg combined
- Toyota RAV4 Max towing capacity: 1,750 lbs.
Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Engine Options
| FWD Kia Sportage (hybrid) | FWD Toyota RAV4 (hybrid) | |
| Engine | 1.6 liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder and Full Parallel Hybrid System | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine |
| Horsepower | 232 horsepower | 236 horsepower |
| Torque | 271 lb.-ft. | 288 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| EPA Mileage Rating | 41 mpg city/44 mpg hwy/42 mpg combined | 47 mpg city/40 mpg hwy /43 mpg combined |
| Towing | 2,000 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. |
As far as hybrid engine options, the Kia Sportage comes available with a 1.6 liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder and Full Parallel Hybrid System that can get up to 232 combined horsepower, 271 lb.-ft. of combined torque, and EPA mileage rating of 41 mpg in the city, 44 mpg on the highway, and 42 mpg combined. The Toyota RAV4 has a hybrid 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that can get up to a combined horsepower of 219 hp, 163 lb.-ft. of torque, and a EPA mileage rating of 41 mpg in the city, 38 mpg on the highway, and 38 mpg combined.
Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid Engine Options
| FWD Kia Sportage (Plug-in Hybrid) | FWD Toyota RAV4 (Plug-in Hybrid ) | |
| Engine | 1.6 liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder and Full Parallel Hybrid System | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine |
| Horsepower | 261 horsepower | 302 horsepower |
| Torque | 258 lb.-ft. | 177 lb.-ft. |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Auto Transmission | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| EPA MPGe Rating | 84 MPGe | 94 MPGe |
| All Electric Range | 34 | 1,500 lbs. |
In terms of plugin-hybrid engine options, the Kia Sportage has a 1.6 liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder and Full Parallel Hybrid System with 261 combined horsepower and 258 combined lb.-ft. of torque, and the Toyota RAV4 has a 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder with a combined horsepower of 302 hp, and a combined torque of 165 lb.-ft of torque.
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Which SUV Has The Best Safety Features: Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV 4
Safety features are a top priority for the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV 4. Both vehicles have been honored with multiple Top Safety Pick awards, and have been highly rated by J.D. Power. Therefore, it's safe to say that both the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV 4 well-equipped. Here's a quick breakdown of the safety features in the Kia Sportage:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist & Junction Turning Detection: Standard
- Park Distance Warning-Rear: Standard
- Park Distance Warning-Front: Standard
- Lane Departure Warning: Standard
- Lane Keeping Assist: Standard
- Lane Following Assist : Standard
- Smart Cruise Control : Standard
- Driver Attention Warning : Standard
- Safe Exit Warning : Standard
- Rear Occupant Alert: Standard
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Which SUV Has The Best Warranty: Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV 4
In terms of warranty coverage, the Kia Sportage has a slight edge over the Toyota RAV4. As a result, the Kia Sportage is a great choice for drivers looking to buy or lease a new Kia Sportage. Not to mention, the Kia Sportage's 10-year/100,000 mile warranty is a perfect for drivers seeking a vehicle with low maintenance cost. Browse below to see the Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4 warranty package:
Kia Sportage Warranty
- New Vehicle Warranty 10-year/100,000 mile
- Powertrain Warranty 5-year/60,000 mile
Toyota RAV Warranty
- New Vehicle Warranty 3-year/36,000 mile
- Powertrain Warranty 5-year/60,000 mile
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First Look: Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV 4 Interior Photos
One of the key differences between the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV 4 is the interior. Inside, the Kia Sportage offers a futuristic design, and the Toyota RAV 4 takes a more practical approach.
 Kia Sportage First Row |  Toyota RAV 4 Interior |
 Kia Sportage Cargo Area |  Toyota RAV 4 Cargo Volume |
Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV 4 Exterior Photos
When it comes down to the exterior, the differences between the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV4 are significant. For starters, the Sportage stands out with Kia's signature Tiger-Nose-Grille, and the RAV4 stays true to it's roots with Toyota's signature hexagonal grille.
We should also note that Kia's 'Opposites United' design philosophy gives the Sportage a striking new look. Smooth, soft surfaces are combined with rugged forms and a powerful stance, making the Sportage equally ready for urban exploring and off-road adventure. The new front and rear bumpers create a strong silhouette, with eye-catching LED Star Map lighting.
Browse below to compare the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV4 exterior design.
 Kia Sportage Exterior Design |  Toyota RAV 4 Exterior Design |
Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV 4: Bottom Line
After taking a close look at both SUVs, its obvious that the Kia Sportage has a slight advantage over the Toyota RAV 4 when it comes down to tech, styling, towing, and cargo volume.
As a result, the Kia Sportage is a great choice for families of five with pets and little ones. The Kia Sportage is also a great car for everyday commuters in Chicago. And what's more the new Kia Sportage's Drivewise Assistance suite makes it easy to stop accidents before they happen.
As a result, you can drive more confidently to and from Chicago. And that's just part of the story.
The new Kia Sportage comes standard with a powerful 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty. Taking this into account the new Kia Sportage is perfect for drivers seeking the best of all worlds. But don't just take our word for it. See for yourself. Visit us today at 17151 Torrence Ave. Lansing, IL 60438 and let us show you why so many people are talking about the new Kia Sportage in Calumet City, Chicago, Munster, and surrounding areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4
Which SUV Cost The Most: Kia Sportage or Toyota RAV4?
Typically, the Kia Sportage's sticker price undercuts the Toyota RAV4's sticker price.
Which SUV Is Bigger: Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4?
The Kia Sportage is slightly bigger than the Toyota RAV4. The Kia Sportage comes standard with 74.1 cubic-feet of cargo volume behind the first row and 39.6 cubic-feet behind the second row. The Toyota RAV4 offers 69.8 cubic-feet behind the first row and 37.6 cubic-feet behind the second row. In terms of legroom, the Kia Sportage offers 41.4 inches in the front and 41.3 inches in the second row, while the Toyota RAV4 offers 41.0 inches in the front and 37.8 inches in the second row.
Which SUV Is The Best For Long Distance Driving: Kia Sportage or Toyota RAV4?
With an EPA-estimated 26 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined, both the Kia Sportage and Toyota RAV4 are excellent options for long-distance driving.
Which SUV Is The Best Towing: Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4?
The Kia Sportage offers a max towing capacity of 2,500 lbs with trailer brakes and 1,653 lbs without. The base Toyota RAV4 has a max towing capacity of 1,500 lbs.
Which SUV Has The Best Payload: Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4?
The Kia Sportage has a max payload of 1,300 lbs, while the Toyota RAV4 has a max payload of 1,230 lbs.
Which SUV Offers The Best Warranty: Kia Sportage vs Toyota RAV4?
The Kia Sportage offers a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile new vehicle warranty. The Toyota RAV4 offers a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 3-year/36,000-mile new vehicle warranty.
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