Kia Sportage vs Subaru Uncharted
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Subaru Uncharted
Overview
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Subaru UnchartedPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Premium |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Subaru UnchartedPremium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,690 (best) | $34,995 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Subaru UnchartedPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 118 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 308 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 74 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 8 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Subaru UnchartedPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 221 hp (best) |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Subaru UnchartedPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 74.1 cu ft (best) | 23 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,697 lbs (best) | 4,145 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.2 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in (best) | 108.3 in |
| Length | 184.4 in (best) | 177.8 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 73.6 in (best) |
| Height | 65.4 in (best) | 63.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SportageLX | Subaru UnchartedPremium |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Subaru Uncharted |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $28,690 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $30,490 MSRP | Sport $39,795 MSRP |
| 3 | LX $30,290 MSRP | GT $43,795 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $30,490 MSRP | — |
| 5 | EX $32,290 MSRP | — |
| 6 | S $32,590 MSRP | — |
| 7 | X-Line $32,990 MSRP | — |
| 8 | EX $33,590 MSRP | — |
| 9 | SX $34,290 MSRP | — |
| 10 | X-Line $35,490 MSRP | — |
| 11 | SX-Prestige $36,290 MSRP | — |
| 12 | SX-Prestige $38,090 MSRP | — |
| 13 | SX-Prestige $40,390 MSRP | — |
| 14 | X-Pro Prestige $39,590 MSRP | — |
| 15 | X-Line $40,490 MSRP | — |
| 16 | X-Line Prestige $47,190 MSRP | — |