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Hyundai Kona N vs Kia Sportage

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2023 Hyundai Kona N

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2027 Kia Sportage

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Overview

SpecHyundai Kona NNKia SportageLX
Selected trimNLX
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed automated manual6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20232027

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai Kona NNKia SportageLX
MSRP$34,950$30,590 (best)
Lowest listing price—$12,275 (best)
Median listing price—$33,355 (best)
Highest listing price—$43,325 (best)
For sale now0928 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai Kona NNKia SportageLX
Combined MPG23 MPG41 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG40 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG42 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.2 gal13.7 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHyundai Kona NNKia SportageLX
Horsepower276 hp (best)232 hp
Torque289 lb-ft (best)271 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)1.6 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai Kona NNKia SportageLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume45.8 cu ft73.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—2,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,091 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,340 lbs (best)3,598 lbs
Ground clearance6.8 in7.1 in (best)
Wheelbase102.4 in108.5 in (best)
Length165.9 in184.4 in (best)
Width70.9 in73.4 in (best)
Height61.6 in65.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai Kona NNKia SportageLX
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHyundai Kona NKia Sportage
1

N

$34,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

S

$31,290 MSRP

3—

S

$32,890 MSRP

4—

EX

$32,290 MSRP

5—

EX

$33,890 MSRP

6—

X-Line

$35,790 MSRP

7—

X-Line

$40,590 MSRP

8—

SX-Prestige

$40,690 MSRP

9—

X-Line Prestige

$47,390 MSRP

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Hyundai Kona N vs Kia Sportage FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Hyundai Kona N or 2027 Kia Sportage?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Hyundai Kona N vs 2027 Kia Sportage on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2023 Hyundai Kona N or 2027 Kia Sportage?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Sportage starts lower at $30,590. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Hyundai Kona N or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,590).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Hyundai Kona N or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2023 Hyundai Kona N or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Hyundai Kona N or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2023 Hyundai Kona N leads on horsepower in this comparison (276).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 Hyundai Kona N or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 Hyundai Kona N vs 2027 Kia Sportage?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Kona N (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).