Compare the New Kia Sportage Against the Competition
The 2023 Kia Sportage is Redesigned, Better than Ever, and Ready to Take on the Competition
A fan favorite at North County Kia since 1993, the Kia Sportage enters its third decade in 2023, and it's doing so in style, with a complete overhaul and makeover that Escondido drivers are sure to love. There's a lot to know and love about the new Sportage, and we're excited to share all the news with you. But the most important thing to know is that this new SUV is surpassing the competition in a variety of areas and is one of the best SUV shopping decisions you can make. Read on to learn more.
2023 Kia Sportage vs. Toyota RAV4
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Plug-in Hybrid Option
As part of its dramatic makeover, the 2023 Kia Sportage is introducing El Cajon and Carlsbad drivers to a new alternative in fuel-efficient power - a cutting-edge, plug-in hybrid powertrain. In fact, the new generation of Kia Sportage is getting not one, but two, hybrid alternatives. In addition to its standard gas-powered engine and the plug-in option, it also receives a traditional hybrid engine as well, giving you many opportunities for personalizing your ride and getting the level of power and performance you want.
With the Toyota RAV4 however, you don't get the opportunity to get a plug-in hybrid SUV. The Toyota model does have gas and hybrid choices available, but it doesn't get the groundbreaking performance of a plug-in as an option. Our plug-in hybrid Sportage will help you travel around 32 miles on electric power alone, before it converts to traditional hybrid functionality.
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Interior Space
Longtime Kia Sportage fans will also notice that the new, 2023 version is also noticeably larger and more spacious than the previous model. Not only does this help drivers get more cargo space and passenger space than ever before, but it also makes it larger and more spacious than the Toyota RAV4.
The 2023 Sportage has a cargo hold that can accommodate up to 39.6 cubic feet of gear, while the Toyota holds just 37 cubic feet. Additionally, our Kia Sportage has more headroom and legroom than the RAV4, particularly in the backseat, where passenger legroom measures four inches wider than the Toyota.
2023 Kia Sportage vs. Hyundai Tucson
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Cargo Space
Although similar in a lot of ways, with identical measurements in headroom and legroom, the new Kia Sportage edges out the Hyundai Tucson when it comes to space for your cargo. Whether you have golf clubs or groceries, you can bring more of what's important to you on your Temecula trips with the Kia than the Hyundai, thanks to a cargo hold that accommodates nearly 40 cubic feet, compared to approximately 38 cubic feet in the Tucson.
Additionally, the Kia Sportage ekes out a win in passenger space as well in one category - front seat legroom. If you or your passenger have longer legs, you'll be happy in the front of the Kia Sportage, with more room to stretch out in than the Hyundai Tucson.
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Technology and Features
For 2023, the Kia Sportage gets a makeover in terms of a larger size and it terms of power, but that's not all. The impressive changes continue on the inside for this SUV, where you'll find a range of high-end and high-tech features, including a color touchscreen interface and an innovative single-pane glass digital instrument panel, measuring up to 12.3 inches.
The Hyundai Tucson also has some sought-after tech features that drivers appreciate, but many are strictly available on upper-level trims and are not as widely available as they are in the new Kia Sportage.
Your Next-Level SUV is in Escondido
When you're ready to upgrade your ride and take your commute to the next level, our team is here to help. Browse available Kia models online or contact us for the latest information on the availability of the 2023 Kia Sportage. Stay tuned for the latest new vehicle special offers and deals, and let's work together to elevate every drive you take with a brand-new Kia car or SUV soon.
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