2023 KIA Sportage LX

The 2023 Sportage is Kia's compact crossover, slotting between the Seltos and the larger Sorento with a bold, squared-off look. It squares off against the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Mazda CX-5, offering a more distinctive design than most. The Sportage feels light on its feet around town, with quick steering and a comfortable ride that soaks up rough pavement well. Inside, the cabin is roomy for the class, with a wide dashboard, available dual 12.3-inch displays, and generous rear-seat space. The LX is the entry-level hybrid in the Sportage lineup, sitting below the EX and SX-Prestige hybrids with fewer standard features but the same efficient powertrain. Its 1.6L I4 hybrid makes 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive for a smooth, responsive feel around town and a strong 38 mpg combined. You get cloth seats and an 8-inch touchscreen as standard, but skip the dual 12.3-inch displays and heated seats found on higher trims.