2024 Chevrolet
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 14 - 15 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 19 - 20 MPG | 26 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 122.9 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 355 - 420 hp | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 8,100 - 8,400 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 210.7 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 81.0 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Chevrolet Tahoe offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sportage, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Chevrolet Tahoe will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage.
Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Chevrolet Tahoe, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Kia Sportage.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Tahoe will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sportage, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Tahoe is much wider than the Kia Sportage, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Chevrolet Tahoe, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Sportage.
Handling
The Chevrolet Tahoe has a larger turning radius than the Kia Sportage, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Tahoe is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Tahoe greatly out-muscles the Kia Sportage.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Tahoe does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage.
Utility
The Chevrolet Tahoe offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sportage, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Chevrolet Tahoe, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Sportage.