U.S. 2026 model-year specification. The 2026 U.S. gasoline Sportage LX uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder rated at 187 hp and 178 lb-ft; hybrid grades are distinct.
Gasoline Sportage, not every Sportage
Kia publishes detailed specification tables for the U.S.-market 2026 Sportage, and the gasoline LX is the subject of this record. Sportage Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid use different propulsion systems and must never inherit this gasoline engine table merely because the model badge is similar.
What the specification confirms
The official 2026 gasoline model chart identifies a 2,497 cc, four-cylinder gasoline direct-injection engine. Kia rates it at 187 horsepower at 6,100 rpm and 178 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm. Those are manufacturer output figures. This profile deliberately does not assign a single fuel-economy estimate across every drive configuration or equipment package.
How it compares
The Sportage competes in a category where price and powertrain selection can matter more than a small variation in peak horsepower. Buyers should compare gasoline LX equipment with alternative grades and electrified Sportage versions, checking whether the cars share the same market, driven wheels and warranty conditions. Cargo claims must likewise be tied to a precisely named configuration.
What a used buyer should investigate
Inspect service history, tires, brakes and collision records, and check recalls using the actual VIN. Manufacturer specifications do not prove the condition of an individual car. This record is intended as a clear baseline for technical comparison rather than a hands-on review or an unsupported dependability verdict.
Sources and methodology
Primary reference: Kia America Media, official 2026 model specifications. Specifications refer only to the named U.S. variant. We have not personally tested this vehicle. Local prices, incentives and safety recall status should be checked at the time of purchase.