2027 Kia Sportage · Trim vs trim

2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid X-Line vs Plug-in Hybrid X-Line: what's the difference?

The Plug-in Hybrid X-Line costs $4,800 more. MSRPs exclude $1,495 , taxes, title and dealer fees. It starts at $40,590 with the 1.6L · 268 system, and the X-Line at $35,790 with the 1.6L turbo hybrid · 232 hp system. It also changes the engine. It gets 36 , 1 more than the Hybrid X-Line's 35. It makes 268 hp, 36 more than the Hybrid X-Line's 232.

Our Sportage data has all 13 US 2027 , 18 trim/drive builds, LX Convenience, EX Panoramic Sunroof and X-Line Technology . It doesn't have paint, upholstery colors, two-tone roofs, , incentives, allocation guarantees and vehicle-specific towing/ calculations yet, so something missing from this page may still be offered.

Hybrid X-Line, as it comes
Hybrid X-Line$35,790
Plug-in Hybrid X-Line, as it comes
Plug-in Hybrid X-Line$40,590

What changes, as they come

Numbers
WhatHybrid X-LinePlug-in Hybrid X-Line
Combined MPGeHybrid X-LinePlug-in Hybrid X-Line83 MPGe
HorsepowerHybrid X-Line232 hpPlug-in Hybrid X-Line268 hp
Combined mpgHybrid X-Line35 mpgPlug-in Hybrid X-Line36 mpg
City mpgHybrid X-Line35 mpgPlug-in Hybrid X-Line
Highway mpgHybrid X-Line36 mpgPlug-in Hybrid X-Line
Cargo behind rear seatsHybrid X-Line39.5 cu ftPlug-in Hybrid X-Line34.5 cu ft
Parts
WhatHybrid X-LinePlug-in Hybrid X-Line
EngineHybrid X-Line1.6L turbo hybrid · 232 hp systemPlug-in Hybrid X-Line1.6L turbo plug-in hybrid · 268 hp system

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The Plug-in Hybrid X-Line, as it comes

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Plug-in Hybrid X-Line

$40,590

 

2027 Plug-in Hybrid X-Line8.3″ CLEARANCE108.5″ WHEELBASE19″ WHEELS
MPG
mpg
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Power
hp
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Cargo
ft³
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Clearance
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Packages & options

Powertrain

What your options change

This is a stock Plug-in Hybrid X-Line. Pick a package and every part it swaps shows up here, and in orange on the SUV.

  • Has Active AWD
  • Has Heated seats
  • Has Panoramic roof
Powertrain
1.6L turbo plug-in hybrid
Drive
Active AWD · mechanical rear drive
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Torque
271 lb-ft · combined
City / hwy
City/highway gas-mode split not shown
Cargo, folded
65.5 cu ft · SAE, floor low
Rear legroom
39.5″
Tires
235/55R19 all-season tires
Seats
SynTex seat trim
Roof
Panoramic sunroof
Tailgate
Smart power liftgate
Ventilated seats
Not equipped
Surround view
Rear camera
Touchscreen
12.3″ · wireless CarPlay / Android Auto
Instruments
12.3″ panel with 4.2″ TFT
Towing
Up to 2,000 lb with trailer brakes; verify vehicle
Electric range
34 mi · Kia estimate; EPA certification not claimed
Electric efficiency
83 MPGe · EPA estimate
Battery
13.8 kWh manufacturer capacity; usable not stated

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Lower starting price than the Sportage

2027 Sportage: $28,990

Before destination and options. Cab and body styles can differ. Sportage: LX · SUV.

Higher available horsepower than the Sportage

2027 Sportage: 268 hp

Highest published output in each guide.

Higher combined mpg than the Sportage

2027 Sportage: 41 mpg

Best combined rating, including regular hybrids.

About these comparisons

Each illustration and link uses the build behind its number. Comparisons cover the model years and bodies in our guides. Different rows can use different trims and equipment. Missing values aren’t treated as zero; reported prices and inferred ratings aren’t ranked.

  • Lowest listed trim price in each guide, before destination, options, taxes and fees. Cab and body styles can differ.
  • Highest published output found in each guide. This compares available power, not acceleration or the trim you selected.
  • Best published combined rating found in each guide, including regular hybrids. Plug-in ratings and inferred matches are excluded.