2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid EX Overview near Oak Lawn, IL

2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid EX shown above (left) with available features. 

If you’re going to commute in the Oak Lawn area, a compact hybrid SUV is a good option for your next vehicle. We at Evergreen Kia are eager to present to you the 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid EX, a mid-level trim of the widely praised SUV. Discover what changes to expect from the base model to learn why this could be the right model for you and your family!
Exterior
In terms of style alone, this variant of the hybrid SUV has much to offer, including the addition of Heritage Blue to your paint color options. Others you may select include Wolf Gray, Fusion Black, and Snow White Pearl. In a mix of form and function, this trim includes 18-inch black alloy wheels that increase the height of the vehicle and provide a bolder look. The Kia Sportage Hybrid EX is the first level of this model that offers a Smart Power Liftgate, which automatically opens the rear hatch for you and comes with the benefit of an adjustable height level. A set of LED headlamps and taillights is mounted on this vehicle to cut through the night and help you see the streets on the way home from Freedom Park. 
Engineering
Lifting the hood of the 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid EX will reveal a 1.6L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine linked to a full parallel hybrid system. In total, this model stands ready to make 232 horsepower and 271 lb.-ft. of torque, which is dispelled to the wheels by the 6-speed automatic transmission. This particular trim utilizes a standard AWD format¹, offering Eco, Sport, and MyDrive options through the Drive Mode system. Additionally, the compact hybrid SUV provides Snow, Sand, and Mud Terrain Modes, so you’re ready to travel on a snow-covered Grant Memorial Highway or make your way across gravel on the way to your campsite. We can’t overlook the heightened gas economy of this model, which emerges with an EPA-estimated 35/36/35 MPG city/hwy/combined² that enhances your ability to stay on the road for longer times without stopping for gas. 
Safety
This model is outfitted with many driver assistance features that will improve the pilot’s ability to react to changing situations on the roadways. The 2026 Sportage Hybrid EX trim includes two tools that are not on the base model, the first of which is the Blind-Spot Collision Warning³ that provides visual and audio warnings when an object is in a hard-to-see spot near your car. The other feature is the Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist⁴ that will let you know if another vehicle is about to pass behind you when backing out of a parking space or your driveway. This SUV also has a wide assortment of elements that contribute to physical safety, including the Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children⁵ or LATCH system. In the worst case scenario, the dual front, side, and curtain airbags⁶ can deploy to safeguard you and your loved ones. Contact our Finance Department to get more information on how you can start the buying process for this vehicle. 

1. No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive safely.
*2. EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle’s condition.
3. When engaged, Blind-Spot Collision Warning is not a substitute for safe driving and may not detect all objects around or behind vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.
4. When engaged, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist is not a substitute for safe driving and may not detect all objects behind vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.
5. No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive safely.
6. For maximum protection, always wear your seat belt. Please refer to your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for additional important safety information regarding airbags, including additional cautions and warnings.