2025 Kia
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2025 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 23 - 25 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 27 - 32 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 74.1 ft3 | Info not available |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 278 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 6,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 194.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 77.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
Info not available |
| Head Room |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in |
Info not available |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Convenience
With the Toyota 4Runner, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Kia Sportage, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Kia Sportage is a better financial choice over the Toyota 4Runner, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Kia Sportage is much slimmer than the Toyota 4Runner, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Kia Sportage, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota 4Runner.
Handling
The Kia Sportage has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota 4Runner, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sportage has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.
Powertrain
The Kia Sportage has much lower torque than the Toyota 4Runner, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage and the Toyota 4Runner.