S 2.0 FWD
$37,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L petrol
- Power
- 115 kW
- Fuel use
- 8.1 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
Cheapest way into a Sportage. NA 2.0 petrol, FWD, no frills.
Kia
2026 Kia Sportage
Medium SUV
On sale nowPetrol
From $37,990 plus on-road costs
The fifth-generation Sportage launched in 2021 and was refreshed in 2025 with new Kia design, the 1.6T hybrid powertrain previously reserved for the Sorento, and an updated cabin.
From$37,990+ORC
Engine2.0L petrol
Power115 to 173 kW
Fuel use4.9 to 8.1 L/100 km
Seats5
Boot543 L
Towingup to 1,900 kgbraked
Warranty7 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Sportage yet. On paper, the 2.0L NA entry is breathless against turbo and HEV rivals at the price. Step up to the 1.6T or HEV unless budget forces the base car.
Why consider it
- Hybrid now available, 4.9 L/100 km claim on the GT-Line HEV, and a 7-year warranty against the segment 5-year standard.
What to know
- The hybrid now starts at $44,450 plus on-roads in the S, but the GT-Line HEV runs to $60,370, which is serious money for a medium SUV.
Who it suits
Mainstream medium SUV buyers who want a 7-year warranty, real cabin tech, and the option of a hybrid drivetrain. SX 1.6T AWD is the value sweet spot.
City drivers
Compact footprint, 543 L boot
Small families
5 seats, 5-star ANCAP
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.2.0L petrol
Powertrain
115 to 173 kW, 192 to 416 Nm
4.9 to 8.1 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
7 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Capped-price servicing across the warranty period
Servicing
Grades and pricing
15 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 2.0 FWD | $37,990 +ORC | 2.0L petrol | 115 kW | 8.1 L/100 km | FWD | Cheapest way into a Sportage. NA 2.0 petrol, FWD, no frills. |
| SX 2.0 FWD | $40,480 +ORC | 2.0L petrol | 115 kW | 8.1 L/100 km | FWD | |
| S 2.0D AWD | $43,390 +ORC | 2.0L turbo diesel | 137 kW | 6.3 L/100 km | AWD | |
| S 1.6T HEV FWD | $44,450 +ORC | 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid | 173 kW system | 4.9 L/100 km | FWD | |
| SX+ 2.0 FWD | $45,080 +ORC | 2.0L petrol | 115 kW | 8.1 L/100 km | FWD | |
| SX 2.0D AWD | $45,880 +ORC | 2.0L turbo diesel | 137 kW | 6.3 L/100 km | AWD | |
| SX 1.6T HEV FWD | $46,450 +ORC | 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid | 173 kW system | FWD | ||
| SX+ 1.6T AWD | $47,080 +ORC | 1.6L turbo petrol | 132 kW | 7.5 L/100 km | AWD | 19-inch alloys, full LED lighting, surround-view camera. |
| S 1.6T HEV AWD | $47,450 +ORC | 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid | 173 kW system | 5.3 L/100 km | AWD | |
| SX 1.6T HEV AWD | $49,450 +ORC | 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid | 173 kW system | AWD | ||
| SX+ 2.0D AWD | $50,480 +ORC | 2.0L turbo diesel | 137 kW | 6.3 L/100 km | AWD | |
| GT-Line 1.6T AWD | $53,990 +ORC | 1.6L turbo petrol | 132 kW | 7.5 L/100 km | AWD | Leather, Harman Kardon audio, the petrol flagship. |
| GT-Line 2.0D AWD | $56,400 +ORC | 2.0L turbo diesel | 137 kW | 6.3 L/100 km | AWD | |
| GT-Line 1.6T HEV FWD | $57,370 +ORC | 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid | 173 kW system | FWD | ||
| GT-Line 1.6T HEV AWD | $60,370 +ORC | 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid | 173 kW system | AWD |
SX 2.0 FWD
$40,480 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L petrol
- Power
- 115 kW
- Fuel use
- 8.1 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
S 2.0D AWD
$43,390 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo diesel
- Power
- 137 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.3 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
S 1.6T HEV FWD
$44,450 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid
- Power
- 173 kW system
- Fuel use
- 4.9 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
Show all 15 grades
SX+ 2.0 FWD
$45,080 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L petrol
- Power
- 115 kW
- Fuel use
- 8.1 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
SX 2.0D AWD
$45,880 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo diesel
- Power
- 137 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.3 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
SX 1.6T HEV FWD
$46,450 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid
- Power
- 173 kW system
- Drive
- FWD
SX+ 1.6T AWD
$47,080 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol
- Power
- 132 kW
- Fuel use
- 7.5 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
19-inch alloys, full LED lighting, surround-view camera.
S 1.6T HEV AWD
$47,450 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid
- Power
- 173 kW system
- Fuel use
- 5.3 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
SX 1.6T HEV AWD
$49,450 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid
- Power
- 173 kW system
- Drive
- AWD
SX+ 2.0D AWD
$50,480 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo diesel
- Power
- 137 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.3 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
GT-Line 1.6T AWD
$53,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol
- Power
- 132 kW
- Fuel use
- 7.5 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Leather, Harman Kardon audio, the petrol flagship.
GT-Line 2.0D AWD
$56,400 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.0L turbo diesel
- Power
- 137 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.3 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
GT-Line 1.6T HEV FWD
$57,370 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid
- Power
- 173 kW system
- Drive
- FWD
GT-Line 1.6T HEV AWD
$60,370 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol hybrid
- Power
- 173 kW system
- Drive
- AWD
Practicality and safety
5 seats
Seating
543 L
Boot space. 1,829 L seats down
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2022
FWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a cheaper hybrid entry point (RAV4, Tucson HEV), or you want AWD as standard across the range (Mazda CX-5).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Kia Sportage in Australia?
Pricing opens at $37,990 plus on-roads for the S 2.0 FWD and tops out at $60,370 plus on-roads for the GT-Line 1.6T HEV AWD, across 15 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
Does the Kia Sportage come as a hybrid?
Yes. The 2025 facelift added a 1.6L turbo hybrid making 180 kW combined, claimed at 4.9 L/100 km. It is currently only available on the GT-Line AWD grade.
How much can the Kia Sportage tow?
1,650 kg braked on the 1.6T grades.
What is the Kia Sportage warranty?
7 years, unlimited kilometres, plus battery cover on the HEV grade.
The Kia Sportage in full
The fifth-generation Sportage launched in 2021 and was refreshed in 2025 with new Kia design, the 1.6T hybrid powertrain previously reserved for the Sorento, and an updated cabin. It remains Kia's medium SUV best-seller.
From$37,990+ORC
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