Niro starts $1,450 lower. Niro wins efficiency by 4.5 L/100 km. Sportage gives you 293 L more cargo room. Sportage reaches 9 core tracked features at the top trim. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
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Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
$30,845
LX Hybrid
$32,295
LX FWD
$39,801
9 tracked trims
$42,987
12 tracked trims
| Metric | Kia Niro | Kia Sportage | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $30,845 LX Hybrid | $32,295 LX FWD | $1,450 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $39,801 9 tracked trims | $42,987 12 tracked trims | $3,186 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 2.1 L/100 km LX PHEV | 6.6 L/100 km EX PHEV | 4.5 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 1,805 L Best published cargo figure | 2,098 L Best published cargo figure | 293 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | — Not published | 2,500 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | Only Kia reports |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 3 features EX PHEV at $38,845 | 6 features EX Premium at $42,195 | +3 features |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 6 features SX at $39,545 | 9 features SX PHEV at $52,995 | +3 features |
Safety and warranty are basically tied: both show Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 with 5 yr / 100,000 km basic coverage.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
$32,845
EX Hybrid
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 16" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Cloth and synthetic leather seats
$32,295
LX FWD
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; Trailer Package Pre-Wiring; 17" alloy wheels; Projection LED headlights Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel
$35,545
EX Premium Hybrid
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 16" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Cloth and synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof
$40,195
EX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: All-Wheel Drive; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; Trailer Package Pre-Wiring; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, panoramicRoof Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Synthetic leather seats; Panoramic sunroof
$39,545
SX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Head-up display (HUD) system; Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Memory Driver Seat; Synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof
$45,695
X-Line Limited
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: All-Wheel Drive; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; Trailer Package Pre-Wiring; 19" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, panoramicRoof, powerLiftgate, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Surround View Monitor; TFT-LCD Head-Up Display (HUD); Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Memory Driver Seat; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Synthetic leather seats; Smart Power Liftgate; Panoramic sunroof
$39,545
SX
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Head-up display (HUD) system; Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Memory Driver Seat; Synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof
$42,195
EX Premium
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: All-Wheel Drive; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; Trailer Package Pre-Wiring; 19" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, panoramicRoof, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Memory Driver Seat; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Synthetic leather seats; Smart Power Liftgate; Panoramic sunroof
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Kia Niro | Kia Sportage | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Premium upholsteryExpanded Sportage unlocks it $550 sooner. | $32,845 EX Hybrid Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 16" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Cloth and synthetic leather seats | $32,295 LX FWD Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; Trailer Package Pre-Wiring; 17" alloy wheels; Projection LED headlights Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Right sooner |
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Niro unlocks it $4,650 sooner. | $35,545 EX Premium Hybrid Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 16" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Cloth and synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof | $40,195 EX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: All-Wheel Drive; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; Trailer Package Pre-Wiring; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, panoramicRoof Fit feature evidence: Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Synthetic leather seats; Panoramic sunroof | Left sooner |
Premium audioExpanded Niro unlocks it $6,150 sooner. | $39,545 SX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Head-up display (HUD) system; Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Memory Driver Seat; Synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof | $45,695 X-Line Limited Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: All-Wheel Drive; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; Trailer Package Pre-Wiring; 19" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, panoramicRoof, powerLiftgate, surroundCamera, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Surround View Monitor; TFT-LCD Head-Up Display (HUD); Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Memory Driver Seat; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Synthetic leather seats; Smart Power Liftgate; Panoramic sunroof | Left sooner |
Seat memoryExpanded Niro unlocks it $2,650 sooner. | $39,545 SX Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 1.6 GDI 4-Cylinder Engine; 6-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; PTC Heater; 18" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Head-up display (HUD) system; Harman Kardon® premium audio system; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Synthetic Leather Steering Wheel; Memory Driver Seat; Synthetic leather seats; Smart power liftgate; Sunroof | $42,195 EX Premium Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: All-Wheel Drive; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; Drive Mode Select; Idle Stop and Go; Trailer Package Pre-Wiring; 19" alloy wheels Normalized fit features: awd, heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, panoramicRoof, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Memory Driver Seat; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated steering wheel; Leather-wrapped steering wheel; Synthetic leather seats; Smart Power Liftgate; Panoramic sunroof | Left sooner |
Reasons to pick Kia Niro
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
LX Hybrid
LX FWD
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Niro | LX Hybrid | $30,845 | 4.4 L/100 km | 2 |
| Kia Sportage | LX FWD | $32,295 | 8.3 L/100 km | 1 |
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