2025 Kia Sportage vs. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sportage

2025 Kia
Sportage

MSRP*: $27,190 to $38,090
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

2024 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,195 to $32,195
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MPG - City 23 - 25 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 33 MPG 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.1 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity 1,653 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 in

*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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage than in the Subaru Crosstrek. The Subaru Crosstrek will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage.

Convenience
The Subaru Crosstrek requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia Sportage, making it more convenient to drive.

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). The Kia Sportage is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sportage is much wider than the Subaru Crosstrek, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia Sportage, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Handling
The Kia Sportage has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Crosstrek, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Kia Sportage, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Subaru Crosstrek. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Kia Sportage and the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Kia Sportage and the Subaru Crosstrek are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage and the Subaru Crosstrek. With the Kia Sportage, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Crosstrek.