2025 Jeep
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2026 Kia
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| MPG - City | 17 - 20 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 23 MPG | 26 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 4 - 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Manual | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 270 - 470 hp | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 166.8 - 188.4 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.9 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage than in the Jeep Wrangler, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Jeep Wrangler offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Jeep Wrangler as you will with the Kia Sportage, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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 Jeep Wrangler will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sportage, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Jeep Wrangler is about the same width as the Kia Sportage.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Jeep Wrangler, which is slightly longer than the Kia Sportage.
Handling
The Jeep Wrangler has the same turning radius as the Kia Sportage, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Wrangler is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Wrangler greatly out-muscles the Kia Sportage.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Jeep Wrangler does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Wrangler and the Kia Sportage.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Jeep Wrangler as you will in the Kia Sportage.