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Kia Sportage vs Subaru Solterra

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

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2027 Kia Sportage

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2027 Subaru Solterra

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Overview

SpecKia SportageLXSubaru SolterraPremium
Selected trimLXPremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedelectric
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typehybridelectric
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecKia SportageLXSubaru SolterraPremium
MSRP$30,590 (best)$38,495
Lowest listing price$12,275 (best)$22,995
Median listing price$33,437$23,699 (best)
Highest listing price$43,325$23,699 (best)
For sale now948 (best)3

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia SportageLXSubaru SolterraPremium
Combined MPG41 MPG (best)—
City MPG40 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG42 MPG (best)—
Combined MPGe—120 MPGe (best)
Electric range—288 mi (best)
Battery capacity—74 kWh (best)
240V charge time—8 hr (best)
Fuel tank13.7 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecKia SportageLXSubaru SolterraPremium
Horsepower232 hp233 hp (best)
Torque271 lb-ft (best)—
Engine size1.6 L (best)—
CylindersI4—

Size & capability

SpecKia SportageLXSubaru SolterraPremium
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume73.7 cu ft (best)23.8 cu ft
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,598 lbs (best)4,395 lbs
Ground clearance7.1 in8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase108.5 in112.2 in (best)
Length184.4 in184.6 in (best)
Width73.4 in (best)73.2 in
Height65.4 in (best)65 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia SportageLXSubaru SolterraPremium
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimKia SportageSubaru Solterra
1

LX

$30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$38,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$31,290 MSRP

Limited

$41,395 MSRP

3

S

$32,890 MSRP

Limited XT

$42,895 MSRP

4

EX

$32,290 MSRP

Touring XT

$45,855 MSRP

5

EX

$33,890 MSRP

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6

X-Line

$35,790 MSRP

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7

X-Line

$40,590 MSRP

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8

SX-Prestige

$40,690 MSRP

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9

X-Line Prestige

$47,390 MSRP

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Kia Sportage vs Subaru Solterra FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 Subaru Solterra?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Sportage vs 2027 Subaru Solterra 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 2027 Subaru Solterra?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Sportage starts lower at $30,590. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275. Live Subaru Solterra listings start at $22,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 Subaru Solterra?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,590).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 Subaru Solterra?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 Subaru Solterra?
The 2027 Subaru Solterra leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (288).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 Subaru Solterra?
The 2027 Subaru Solterra leads on horsepower in this comparison (338).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2027 Subaru Solterra?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).