Comfort: Each of the different trims will receive a unique comfort package, but both are customizable creating 5-star comfort. The steering wheel features tilt and telescopic settings, while the power windows are one-touch auto up and down for both the driver and passenger. If it is a hot, windows-up kind of day, the dual-zone auto climate control quickly kicks into cool things down. The front center and rear armrests are both built with cupholders, while the front features additional storage options. The driver and passenger seats can both be adjusted in up to 10 ways while the rear seats have a 60/40 split-fold and recline to maximize the comfort for all passengers.
Technology: The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid features a conveniently sized 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation, Kia Connect, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, and Bluetooth Wireless technology. The X-Line comes with a 6-speaker sound system while the X-Line Prestige comes with an 8-speaker Harman Kardon premium surround sound audio system. With USB-C ports and wireless phone charging built into this vehicle, the longer road trips are certainly convenient.
Safety Technology: Between the Kia Drive Wise Driver Assist Technology and Safety Technology, the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is one of the safest vehicles on the market. Fully equipped with dual front advanced airbags, front side airbags, rear side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, and driver’s knee airbags making this vehicle extremely secure. The list of control and assist systems includes:
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist & Junction Turning Detection
- Forward Collision Warning
- Blind-Spot Collison Warning
- Rear Cross-traffic Collison Avoidance Assist
- Land Following Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Highway Driving Assist
Year Make Model: 2024 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid
Vehicle Type: Crossover SUV
Engine: 1.6L Turbo Plug-in Hybrid w/ 261hp & 258 lb-ft. torque
Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive (AWD)
MPG/EPA: 35 MPG Combined
84 MPGe
Powertrain
Transmission: The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is equipped with a 1.6L, 261-horsepower, 4-cylinder engine, featuring a 6-speed automatic transmission. With 34 miles of AER and up to 84 miles of MPGe, when utilizing an EVSE 240V the battery will recharge in 2 hours or less. Both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive with center-locking differentials all this vehicle to withstand any driving conditions.
Handling
Steering: The EV6 utilizes the Rack-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) system, which is when the motor is mounted on the rack gear. Its greatest advantage is the superior handling ability guaranteed by having the motor directly control the steering gear.
Driving modes: The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid offers up to 4 different drive mode functions. There is one additional mode available on the AWD trims, which is Snow mode. These modes and functions include:
- Normal – Provides soft and comfortable driving.
- Smart – Automatically changes modes to optimize driving.
- Sport – Provides sporty and firm riding.
- Snow – Increases traction control and grip from power distribution.
Exterior: The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid has a X-Line body styling designed exterior making it an extremely striking Kia. With up to 7 different exterior color options, a blend of silver, gloss black, and matte black finishing, the exterior ties together very nicely. The door handles and rear spoiler all match the body color ensuring the exterior design is all-inclusive. The front windshield is sound-absorbing, while the rear glass is heated and treated with privacy film giving this vehicle an exclusive look and feel. The auto headlight control in addition to LED lights throughout the exterior, makes for easy and safe dawn and dusk drives.
Trim Information: The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is offered in 2 trim levels; X-Line and X-Line Prestige which are both off-road style builds. These two trims receive 1.5 more inches of clearance than the other Sportage models, in addition to a handful more premium safety and technology interior and exterior features. You cannot go wrong with either of these trims.
Summary: The 2024 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is the electric vehicle that has expanded the breadth of Kia electrified SUVs. With several premium amenities and technology features that come standard on the Sportage PHEV makes everything about this vehicle worthwhile! With outstanding efficiency, this vehicle receives 34 miles of all-electric range. It can recharge in a convenient 2 hours so you can quickly travel to your next destination. The interior design has been inspired by high-end outdoor products, furniture, and modern architecture allowing the cabin to transform into a pleasant living space. Everything about this plug-in hybrid crossover SUV is futuristic. This one truly is a crowd-pleaser! If you love the Kia Sportage but don’t want to hassle with the plug-in hybris technology, you can check out the Kia Sportage or the Kia Sportage Hybrid. Both are also great cars still in the well-known Sportage lineup.