Kia Sportage vs Mazda CX-30
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mazda CX-30
Overview
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | 2.5 S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,590 | $26,375 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $12,275 (best) | $17,699 |
| Median listing price | $33,355 | $26,776 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $43,325 | $35,400 (best) |
| For sale now | 928 (best) | 110 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 41 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| City MPG | 40 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 42 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal (best) | 12.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 232 hp (best) | 186 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 186 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.6 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 73.7 cu ft (best) | 45.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,598 lbs | 3,395 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in (best) | 104.4 in |
| Length | 184.4 in (best) | 173 in |
| Width | 73.4 in (best) | 70.7 in |
| Height | 65.4 in (best) | 61.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Kia Sportage | Mazda CX-30 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2.5 S $26,375 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $31,290 MSRP | 2.5 S Select Sport $28,060 MSRP |
| 3 | S $32,890 MSRP | 2.5 S Preferred $29,690 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $32,290 MSRP | 2.5 S Aire Edition $30,250 MSRP |
| 5 | EX $33,890 MSRP | 2.5 S Carbon Edition $31,430 MSRP |
| 6 | X-Line $35,790 MSRP | 2.5 S Premium $33,640 MSRP |
| 7 | X-Line $40,590 MSRP | 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition $34,410 MSRP |
| 8 | SX-Prestige $40,690 MSRP | 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus $37,900 MSRP |
| 9 | X-Line Prestige $47,390 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Kia Sportage vs Mazda CX-30 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Sportage vs 2026 Mazda CX-30 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mazda CX-30 starts lower at $26,375. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275. Live Mazda CX-30 listings start at $17,699.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
- The 2026 Mazda CX-30 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,375).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
- The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
- The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
- The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2026 Mazda CX-30?
- The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Kia Sportage vs 2026 Mazda CX-30?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-30 (5/5 NHTSA overall).