The Kia Sportage is a globally significant compact SUV, first introduced in 1993, and has become Kia's best-selling model since 2016, reaching a production milestone of 5 million units in 2018.
Over its evolution, the Sportage has offered a wide range of powertrains, starting with a 2.0L engine producing 130 horsepower in 2002.
By 2025, it features a 1.6L hybrid engine delivering 265 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque, paired with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system and a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Notably, the Sportage transitioned to a car-based platform in its second generation, aligning it with modern crossover standards.
Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.
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Fifth Generation: 2021-2025
The fifth-generation Kia Sportage offers a range of powertrains, including a 1.6L turbocharged hybrid system producing up to 265 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, alongside conventional 1.6L, 2.0L, 2.4L, and 2.5L engine options.
Transmission options include 6-speed and 8-speed automatics, with front-wheel drive (FWD), all-wheel drive (AWD), and two-wheel drive (2WD) configurations available.
A standout feature is the Terrain Mode, which adjusts settings for snow, mud, and sand, enhancing versatility across various driving conditions.
2025 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 187 hp with a 2.5L engine to 265 hp with a 1.6L hybrid engine, both featuring all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations.
Torque output varies from 178 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine to 258 lb-ft with the 1.6L hybrid engine.
Transmission options include an 8-speed automatic for the 2.5L engine and a 6-speed automatic for the 1.6L hybrid engine.
2025 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Plug-In Hybrid X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
265 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
| Plug-In Hybrid SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid SX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2025 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Plug-In Hybrid LX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid LX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2025 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Hybrid X-Line SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid SX-Prestige Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
227 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
| Hybrid SX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid LX Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
227 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
| Hybrid LX Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
227 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
2025 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Hybrid EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid EX Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
227 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
| X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Line SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2025 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2024 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2024 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 187 hp with a 2.5L engine to 265 hp with a 1.6L hybrid engine, both featuring all-wheel drive (AWD).
Torque output varies from 178 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine to 258 lb-ft with the 1.6L hybrid engine.
Transmission options include an 8-speed automatic with overdrive for the 2.5L engine and a 6-speed automatic with overdrive for the 1.6L hybrid engine.
2024 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Plug-In Hybrid X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
265 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
| Plug-In Hybrid SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid SX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2024 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Plug-In Hybrid LX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid LX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Plug-In Hybrid EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2024 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Hybrid X-Line SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid SX-Prestige Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
227 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
| Hybrid SX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid LX Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
227 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
| Hybrid LX Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
227 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
2024 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Hybrid EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Hybrid EX Hybrid |
1.6L | Turbo | 4 Cyl. | Hybrid | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
227 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
258 ft-lbs |
| X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Line SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2024 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | 4 Cyl. | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2023 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 177 hp with the 1.6L engine to 187 hp with the 2.5L engine.
Torque output varies from 178 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine to 195 lb-ft with the 1.6L engine.
The vehicle is available with all-wheel drive (AWD) and front-wheel drive (FWD) configurations, utilizing a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive for the 1.6L engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive for the 2.5L engine.
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Line Hybrid |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Line SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX-Prestige Hybrid |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Hybrid |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| LX Hybrid |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Hybrid |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| X-Pro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| X-Pro SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| X-Line SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX-Prestige SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| XLine Prestige Hybrid |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| XLine Hybrid |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| SXPrestige Hybrid/Electric |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Hybrid/Electric |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| LX Hybrid/Electric |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| EX Hybrid/Electric |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
177 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| XPro Prestige SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| XPro SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| XLine SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SXPrestige SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SXPrestige SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2023 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
187 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2022 Kia Sportage2022 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2022 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 181 hp with the 2.4L engine in an AWD configuration to 240 hp with the 2.0L engine in a FWD setup.
Torque output varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine in AWD to 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in AWD.
Transmission is a 6-speed automatic with overdrive across all configurations.
2022 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
240 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
237 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| Nightfall SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Nightfall SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2022 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2021 Kia Sportage2021 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2021 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 181 hp with the 2.4L engine in a 2WD configuration to 237 hp with the 2.0L engine in an AWD setup.
Torque output varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine in 2WD to 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in AWD.
Transmission options include a 6-speed automatic with overdrive for both engine configurations.
2021 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
237 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S Nightfall Edition SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S Nightfall Edition SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2021 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2021 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S Premium Nightfall Edit SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S Premium Nightfall Edit SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
Fourth Generation: 2015-2020
The fourth-generation Kia Sportage (2015-2020) offers a range of engine configurations, including a 2.4L naturally aspirated inline-four producing 181 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0L turbocharged inline-four delivering up to 260 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque.
Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and available in front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).
A notable innovation is the optional 1.6L T-GDi turbo-gasoline engine with 177 hp and 265 Nm, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission in select markets.
2020 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2020 Kia Sportage features a horsepower range from 181 hp with the 2.4L engine in all-wheel drive to 240 hp with the 2.0L engine in front-wheel drive.
Torque output varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine in all-wheel drive to 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in all-wheel drive.
The vehicle is available with 2.0L and 2.4L engine configurations and offers drivetrain options of front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, and two-wheel drive.
2020 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
237 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
240 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| S Sunroof SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S Sunroof SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2020 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| S SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2020 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SX |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
240 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| SX |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
237 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
2020 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| S |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2019 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2019 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 181 hp with the 2.4L engine in all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration to 240 hp with the 2.0L engine in front-wheel drive (FWD).
Torque output varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine in AWD to 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in AWD.
The vehicle is available with 2WD, AWD, and FWD drivetrains, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2019 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
237 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
240 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2019 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2019 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
240 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| SX |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
237 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| LX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2018 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2018 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 181 hp with the 2.4L I4 engine in 2WD configuration to 240 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine also in 2WD configuration.
Torque output varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine, both utilizing a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Drivetrain options include both 2WD and AWD configurations.
2018 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
237 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
240 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,450 rpm |
| LX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2018 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2018 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2017 Kia Sportage2017 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2017 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 181 hp with the 2.4L I4 engine in 2WD configuration to 240 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine in 2WD configuration.
Torque output varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine, both available with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Drivetrain options include both 2WD and AWD configurations.
2017 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
237 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
240 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2017 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Technology SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
181 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
175 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2016 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2016 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 182 hp with the 2.4L I4 engine in a 2WD configuration to 260 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine in a 2WD configuration.
Torque output varies from 177 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine, both utilizing a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Available drivetrains include 2WD and AWD configurations.
2016 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,850 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,850 rpm |
| LX Popular SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Premium SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2015 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2015 Kia Sportage features a horsepower range from 182 hp with the 2.4L GDI DOHC 16V inline-4 engine to 260 hp with the 2.0L GDI DOHC 16V inline-4 engine.
Torque output varies from 177 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine, both available with either 2WD or AWD configurations and a 6-speed automatic transmission.
2015 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,850 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,850 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | GDI DOHC 16V | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | GDI DOHC 16V | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | GDI DOHC 16V | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | GDI DOHC 16V | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
Third Generation: 2010-2014
The 2010-2014 Kia Sportage (third generation) offered a range of engine configurations, including a 2.0L Hyundai R diesel engine producing 184 hp and a 2.0L Theta T-GDi gasoline engine with up to 260 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque in AWD (All-Wheel Drive) models paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
Drivetrain options included 2WD, 4WD, and AWD, with transmission choices ranging from 5-speed manuals to 6-speed automatics.
A notable innovation for this generation was the introduction of the Theta T-GDi engine, which combined turbocharging and direct injection for enhanced power and efficiency.
2014 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The Kia Sportage features a horsepower range from 182 hp with the 2.4L GDI DOHC 16V I4 engine to 260 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Torque output varies from 177 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine.
Available drivetrains include both 2WD and AWD configurations, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2014 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,850 rpm |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,850 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | GDI DOHC 16V | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | GDI DOHC 16V | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | GDI DOHC 16V | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | GDI DOHC 16V | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
177 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2013 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2013 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 176 hp with the 2.4L I4 engine in 2WD configuration to 260 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine in 2WD configuration.
Torque output varies from 168 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine, both available in 2WD and AWD drivetrains.
The vehicle is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission across all configurations.
2013 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2013 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2012 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 176 hp with the 2.4L engine in 2WD configuration to 260 hp with the 2.0L engine in 2WD configuration.
Torque output varies from 168 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine in 2WD to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in 2WD.
The vehicle is available with both 2WD and AWD drivetrains and utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission.
2012 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2012 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2011 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 176 hp with the 2.4L engine in 2WD configuration to 256 hp with the 2.0L engine in 2WD configuration.
Torque output varies from 168 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine in 2WD to 264 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine in 2WD.
The vehicle is available with both 2WD and AWD drivetrains and utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission.
2011 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
256 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
264 ft-lbs |
| SX SUV |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
256 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
264 ft-lbs |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2011 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SUV |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
176 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
168 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2010 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2010 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 140 hp with the 2.0L engine to 173 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 178 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine, depending on the engine configuration.
The vehicle is available with both 2WD and 4WD drivetrains, utilizing either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
2010 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | FWD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | FWD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 4WD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
Second Generation: 2004-2009
The 2004-2009 Kia Sportage offered a choice of two engines: a 2.0L inline-4 producing up to 140 hp and 136 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.7L V6 delivering 173 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque.
Drivetrain options included 2WD and 4WD, paired with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
Notably, this generation marked a shift to a Hyundai Elantra-based platform, improving overall build quality and reliability.
2009 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2009 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 140 hp with the 2.0L engine to 173 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 178 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine, depending on the engine configuration.
The vehicle is available with both 2WD and 4WD drivetrains.
2009 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 2WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 2WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 4WD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 2WD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2008 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2008 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 140 hp with the 2.0L engine to 173 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 178 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine, depending on the engine size.
Available drivetrains include both 2WD and 4WD configurations, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
2008 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 2WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 2WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 4WD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 2WD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2007 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2007 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 140 hp with the 2.0L engine to 173 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 178 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Available drivetrains include 2WD and 4WD configurations, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
2007 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | FWD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | FWD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 4WD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2006 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2006 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 140 hp with the 2.0L engine to 173 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 178 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Available drivetrains include both 2WD and 4WD configurations, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
2006 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | FWD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | FWD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 4WD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2005 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2005 Kia Sportage offers a horsepower range from 140 hp with the 2.0L engine to 173 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 178 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine, depending on the engine size.
Available drivetrains include both 2WD and 4WD configurations, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
2005 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | FWD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | 4WD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX SUV |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto | FWD |
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 4WD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| LX SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
140 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
First Generation: 1993-2003
The first-generation Kia Sportage (1993–2003) featured a Mazda-sourced 2.0L FE DOHC inline-four engine producing up to 130 hp and 127 lb-ft of torque, paired with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
Drivetrain options included 2WD and 4WD, with the latter available in North America.
Notably, it was the first production vehicle to feature a knee airbag, introduced in the 1997 model year.
2002 Kia Sportage Horsepower
The 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a 2.0L engine, producing a consistent output of 130 horsepower and 127 lb-ft of torque across all configurations.
It is available with both 2WD and 4WD drivetrain options, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
2002 Kia Sportage Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 4WD |
130 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
127 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SUV |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | RWD |
130 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
127 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SUV Convertible |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | 4WD |
130 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
127 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SUV Convertible |
2.0L | I4 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | RWD |
130 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
127 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
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