The four trim level range continues as with the outgoing model, divided into S, SX, SX+ and GT-Line.

In addition, there are now more AWD hybrid models available.

As with the existing diesel powertrain, 1.6T Petrol variants (SX+ and GT-Line) are now matched with an eight-speed torque converter automatic transmission.

Sportage buyers now have a choice between petrol, diesel, and petrol hybrid engines.

All 2026 Sportage variants feature a redesigned two-spoke steering wheel. Additionally, a 12.3-inch multimedia display is now fitted to all variants, which steps up to the latest Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) technology.

New Sportage SX+ & GT-Line variants bring Highway Driving Assist (HDA), which represents next-generation Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) technology.

Pricing for the 2026 Sportage models that are available now starts from $37,990 for the S FWD Petrol model through to $60,370 for the HEV AWD GT-Line. All prices are plus the usual costs.

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Regular listeners will know I have been a big fan of the diesel Sportage over the years, not the petrol. But the Hybrid version has changed that. Its good, very good.

Being the top model the GT Line, it comes with a host of little luxury features like heated and ventilated front leather seats with multiple electronic adjustment for the driver. Another feature is the  nearly 25 inches of driver’s instrument cluster and central screen, that all merge into one.

At the heart is a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol-electric hybrid system that has combined 169kW of power and 350Nm of torque. This is matched to a 6 speed AT.

This provides spritely acceleration and excellent economy. We averaged around 6.0l/100km for the week. That’s pretty good.

The Sportage is an ideal mid size. Its small enough to be an urban runabout as well as large enough for longer driving trips and weekends away.

For buyers that don’t want to deal with the issues of living with an EV every day, hybrids are especially desirable. There is no range anxiety, excellent economy and in the case of the Sportage GT-Line comfortable, safe and luxurious.

Priced from around $55,500 plus the usual costs its also good value.

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This size SUV as a hybrid or PHEV makes sense. It’s also an increasingly popular segment.

Buyers could look at the: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Mazda CX-60 Hybrid, Jeep Compass e-hybrid, Honda ZRV Hybrid, Hyundai Tucson, Haval H6 Ultra, Nissan X-Trail e-power,  Subaru Forester Hybrid, Peugeot 3008 GT PHEV,

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There are two models available the SX front wheel drive and top spec model the GT Line all wheel drive. Obviously, the GT Line has a lot more features and luxury, but the SX comes well equipped.

The engine is a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol-electric hybrid system. This is the same as what is in the  larger Sorento Hybrid. Given that the Sportage weighs less than the Sorento, the performance is better.

In fact, it’s quite zippy around town. The six-speed automatic transmission is smooth and makes driving easy.

Fuel economy was around 5.5 litres per 100 kilometres with a mix of everyday around town driving and some longer motorway trips.

Having a petrol hybrid in this size SUV makes a lot of sense. Its economical, better for the environment and there is no range anxiety. And it takes five minute to fill up.

It seems that pretty much every car Kia build is good and this is another example of them getting it just right

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Instead of the Kia Sportage Hybrid buyers could also look at:

Mid sized hybrid SUVs are becoming popular.

Buyers could look at the Nissan X-Trail e-power, Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Subaru Forester Hybrid, Peugeot 3008 GT PHEV, Hyundai Tucson, Haval H6 Hybrid and Honda HRV SUV

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Hybrids are more popular than EVs. They get excellent fuel economy with zero range anxiety.

The Sportage Hybrid comes with the same 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol-electric hybrid system as the larger Sorento Hybrid, which mates a four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor and a 1.49kWh lithium-ion polymer battery.

The combined petrol + electric output is 169kW and 350Nm.

A 6-speed automatic transmission transfers this power to the front wheels. This ensures a smooth transition between gear changes.

Combined ADR Fuel Consumption is a claimed 4.9L/100km.

Unfortunately the Hybrid is only available in front wheel drive only in two trims, the SX and GT-Line.

Kia expects about 20% of total Sportage sales to come from the Hybrid versions.

Pricing is around $45,950 for the SX version and $55,420 for the GT-Line version, plus the usual costs.

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