2026 Kia Sportage vs 2025 Kia Sorento in Chatham, ON
New Kia SUV Comparison at Lally Kia
The 2-Row 2026 Kia Sportage cuts an assertive figure on the roads around Chatham, ON and boasts cargo capacity up to 2,098 L that rivals the 2025 Kia Sorento’s 2,139 L behind the first row. Though the 2025 Kia Sorento has the advantage of slightly more passenger comfort and cargo space, as well as a slightly higher 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque to the 2026 Kia Sportage’s 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, the 2026 Kia Sportage shows off a decidedly stronger 2,500 lbs of towing muscle and a more responsible combined fuel economy of 8.3 L per 100 km (9.3 L per 100 km in the city and 7.0 L per 100 km on the highway) to the 2025 Sportage’s 2,000 lb pulling power and 9.4 L per 100 km fuel economy (10.2 L per 100 km in the city and 8.5 L per 100 km on the highway).
Keep reading as our experts at Lally Kia walk you through the all-important specs for the 2026 Kia Sportage and 2025 Kia Sorento, and help you determine which belongs in your driveway! Want some hands-on experience? Book a test drive in Chatham, ON today!
Learn more about the 2025 Kia Sorento and the 2026 Kia Sportage at Kia.ca.
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The 2026 Kia Sportage Excels in Towing & Fuel Economy
In terms of power, the 2025 Kia Sorento and 2026 Kia Sportage are well-matched with 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque on the Sportage, and a slightly higher 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque on the Sorento. Where the 2026 Sportage truly pulls ahead is its 2,500 lb towing capacity–a respectable 500 lbs more than the 2025 Sorento’s 2,000 lb limit–and more modest fuel economy of an estimated 8.3 L per 100 km (9.3 L per 100 km in the city and 7.0 L per 100 km on the highway).
| 2026 Kia Sportage vs. 2025 Kia Sorento Engine Specifications & Performance | ||
| Engine | 2.5 L Theta III 4-Cylinder | 2.5 L 4 Cylinder GDI |
| Model | 2026 Kia Sportage | 2025 Kia Sorento |
| Horsepower | 187 | 191 |
| Torque (lb.-ft) | 178 | 181 |
| Estimated Fuel Economy (L/100 km) |
City: 9.3 Highway: 7.0 Combined: 8.3 |
City: 10.2 Highway: 8.5 Combined: 9.4 |
| Towing Capacity (lbs) | 2,500 | 2,000 |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission |
2026 Kia Sportage: the 2-Row SUV with 3-Row Comfort
The 3-row 2025 Kia Sorento shows off its impressive stature with up to 1,024 mm head room, 1,500 mm shoulder room, 1,411 mm hip room, and 1,052 mm leg room, with a 2,139 L maximum cargo capacity behind the back row. Though the 2-row 2026 Kia Sportage isn’t far behind with personal passenger space ranging up to 1,006 mm head room, 1,461 mm shoulder room, 1,392 mm hip room, and 1,052 mm leg room to stretch out in, and a very generous cargo volume up to 2,098 L behind the first row.
2026 Kia Sportage Interior Dimensions
| 2026 Kia Sportage Passenger & Cargo Dimensions | ||
| Dimensions | Front Row | Second Row |
| Head Room | 1,006 mm | 1,000 mm |
| Shoulder Room | 1,461 mm | 1,412 mm |
| Hip Room | 1,392 mm | 1,357 mm |
| Leg Room | 1,052 mm | 1,050 mm |
| Cargo Volume |
Floor High: 1,962 L Floor Low: 2,098 L |
Floor High: 1,036 L Floor Low: 1,121 L |
2025 Kia Sorento Interior Dimensions
| 2025 Kia Sorento Passenger & Cargo Dimensions | |||
| Dimensions | Front Row | Second Row | Third Row |
| Head Room | 1,024 mm | 994 mm | 935 mm |
| Shoulder Room | 1,500 mm | 1,475 mm | 1,345 mm |
| Hip Room | 1,411 mm | 1,399 mm | 1,080 mm |
| Leg Room | 1,052 mm | 1,060 mm | 752 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 2,139 L | 1,090 - 1,274 L | 357 L |
Verdict: the 2026 Kia Sportage Prioritizes Comfort, Strength, and Maneuverability
Here’s the TL;DR: The 2-row 2026 Kia Sportage effortlessly keeps up with the 3-row 2025 Kia Sorento’s cargo and passenger comfort offerings despite its shorter stature, and outpaces the 2025 Kia Sorento by 500 lbs of towing power. The result is an easy-to-handle, roomy SUV that provides plenty of pulling power and lots of room for your luggage and passengers, all while taking it easy on your fuel tank.
Shop the 2026 Kia Sportage & 2025 Kia Sorento at Lally Kia
The 2026 Kia Sportage is available now for test drive or purchase at the Lally Kia showroom, in Chatham, ON, so come on down to check out the Sportage’s specs, features, and capability for yourself! Our team is ready to help you pick out and finance the best Kia SUV and outfit it with the Kia accessories that fit your needs, so get in touch today to get started!
Learn more about the 2025 Kia Sorento and the 2026 Kia Sportage at Kia.ca.