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Kia Sportage vs Suzuki Vitara

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

Vehicles

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2027 Kia Sportage

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2004 Suzuki Vitara

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Overview

SpecKia SportageLXSuzuki VitaraLX
Selected trimLXLX
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic5-speed manual
Engine typehybridgas
Model year20272004

Pricing & market

SpecKia SportageLXSuzuki VitaraLX
MSRP$30,590$16,999 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,275 (best)—
Median listing price$33,355 (best)—
Highest listing price$43,325 (best)—
For sale now928 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia SportageLXSuzuki VitaraLX
Combined MPG41 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG40 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG42 MPG (best)21 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal16.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecKia SportageLXSuzuki VitaraLX
Horsepower232 hp (best)165 hp
Torque271 lb-ft (best)162 lb-ft
Engine size1.6 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecKia SportageLXSuzuki VitaraLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume73.7 cu ft (best)50.2 cu ft
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)1,500 lbs
Curb weight3,598 lbs2,899 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.1 in (best)7 in
Wheelbase108.5 in (best)97.6 in
Length184.4 in (best)163 in
Width73.4 in (best)67.3 in
Height65.4 in (best)65 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia SportageLXSuzuki VitaraLX
Frontal crash (driver)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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 SportageSuzuki Vitara
1

LX

$30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$16,999 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$31,290 MSRP

LX

$17,999 MSRP

3

S

$32,890 MSRP

LX

$18,199 MSRP

4

EX

$32,290 MSRP

LX

$19,199 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 Suzuki Vitara FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2004 Suzuki Vitara?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Sportage vs 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 2004 Suzuki Vitara?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Suzuki Vitara starts lower at $16,999. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2004 Suzuki Vitara?
The 2004 Suzuki Vitara leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,999).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2004 Suzuki Vitara?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2004 Suzuki Vitara?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2004 Suzuki Vitara?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2004 Suzuki Vitara?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).