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Kia Sportage vs. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Kia Sportage
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
At a Glance: Sportage vs. RAV4 Hybrid

As someone who always seems to be on the go, you need an SUV that can keep up with your active lifestyle. Whether you’re heading around town for client meetings, traveling to your favorite hiking trail, or meeting with friends for dinner, your SUV must mesh with every aspect of your personality. Luckily, two popular models—the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid—fit the bill.

Which one will offer you more of what you need? The team at Car Town KIA is here to help. After reading our Sportage vs. RAV4 Hybrid comparison, you’ll be ready to take to the streets of Nicholasville, Lexington, and Frankfort, KY in your new SUV.

SOUND-ABSORBING TECHNOLOGY

SOUND-ABSORBING TECHNOLOGY

Standard | Not Offered
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MAX CARGO CAPACITY

MAX CARGO CAPACITY

2,500 pounds | 1,750 pounds
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MAX SCREEN SIZE

MAX SCREEN SIZE

12.3 inches | 10.5 inches
Sportage vs RAV4 Hybrid
Find Your Perfect Match
Select a category below to learn more about how the Kia Sportage compares to the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
PROFESSIONALISM
Kia Sportage

Ready to wow your co-workers and clients with a sleek and stylish SUV? If so, then you’re sure to love the Sportage or the RAV4 Hybrid. As a bonus, they both can help jump-start your post-work relaxation routine!

Stand Out in the Crowd

Gentle curves run the length of your SUV, giving it a polished sense of refinement. This is especially true if you choose a timeless color like Ebony Black or Snow White. The addition of angular LED headlights on either SUV adds an eye-catching element that’s sure to capture the attention of onlookers.

Where these SUVs differ is in their profile views. The RAV4 Hybrid is more compact, with a 105.9-inch wheelbase and the square-like wheel well that makes this model look more rugged. The Kia Sportage, on the other hand, appears more luxurious with its larger 108.5-inch wheelbase and perfectly curved arches.

Welcome to Your Mobile Spa

After a long day at the office, we know you look forward to kicking back and relaxing. The Kia Sportage and the RAV4 Hybrid help you ease into a state of relaxation the second you take the driver’s seat. This is accomplished with available features like:

  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Driver’s memory seat
  • Interior ambient lighting
  • Panoramic sunroof

While these features are found in both models, only the Kia Sportage offers sound-absorbing technology. This helps block the road and wind sounds so you only hear your favorite songs while on your way home from work.

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ADVENTURE
Kia Sportage

When the travel bug strikes, your Kia Sportage or Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is ready to answer the call. Each model can be outfitted with adventure-ready features that will help you conquer whatever Mother Nature throws your way.

Over the River & Through the Woods

Life can get messy. When you’re ready to traverse unpaved paths, the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid both offer the all-terrain features you need. Serious adventurers should consider the Sportage X-Pro trim as it has features to help conquer off-roading adventures, including:

  • Multi-terrain drive modes
  • 2,500-pound maximum towing capacity when properly equipped
  • All-terrain tires
  • 8.3 inches of ground clearance

Sadly, for RAV4 Hybrid drivers, you’ll miss out on all the above features. This Toyota SUV tops off at just 1,750 pounds of towing capacity and 8.1 inches of ground clearance.

Camp With Ease

Those off-roading adventures that extend multiple days are the best. That’s why the Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offer plenty of space to pack your camping gear.

Thanks to 39.6 to 74.1 cubic feet of cargo space in the Sportage, you’ll have more than enough space for your tent, sleeping bags, camping chairs, and cooking gear. While the RAV4 Hybrid offers an impressive amount of space, its 37.6 to 69.8 cubic feet of cargo space pales in comparison to the Kia.

When the weekend comes to an end, it’s easy to load up your SUV in one trip thanks to the optional Smart Power Liftgate™. When equipped, the tailgate can open without the use of your hands. That way, you’ll never have to put items down to access the trunk.

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OUTINGS
Kia Sportage

Whether volunteering or meeting with friends at your favorite restaurant, you’ll need an SUV that will boost your mood with seemingly endless features. Will the Kia Sportage or the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offer what you need?

Your Place for Entertainment

One of the easiest ways to enhance your commute is with your favorite travel playlist. With the addition of smartphone integration, six standard speakers, and an 8-inch touchscreen display, you can access your music within seconds.

Audiophiles will love that both SUVs can be enhanced with an optional Harman Kardon® Premium Surround Sound system in the Kia or a JBL® premium system in the Toyota.

Looking to further upgrade the infotainment capabilities of your SUV? You can opt for a larger touchscreen with either model. Although the Sportage comes optionally with a cinematic 12.3-inch screen, those who drive the RAV4 Hybrid may experience eyestrain due to its smaller 10.5-inch available size.

Room for Your Friends

While most of your commutes are spent alone, you still need an SUV that provides generous space for your friends. In many ways, the Kia Sportage and the RAV4 Hybrid offer nearly identical passenger dimensions. However, there are some major differences in key areas throughout the vehicle that could make or break the comfort of your friends:

Kia Sportage
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Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
39.6 inches Front Headroom 37.7 inches
41.3 inches Rear Legroom 37.8 inches
53.4 inches Rear Hip Room 47.7 inches

As someone who spends most of your time with your chosen family, we know you want to make their comfort a priority. That’s why the Kia Sportage is the better option for all-around comfort.

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Choose Your SUV
Kia Sportage

When you crave a new SUV to enhance your Nicholasville, Lexington, and Frankfort, KY travels that meshes with every aspect of your personality, the Kia Sportage is the better option.

Experience it for yourself by contacting us at Car Town KIA and scheduling a test drive today!

All of the tools you need to move forward with experiencing a new Sportage for yourself are conveniently available right here online.


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