Comparison - Kia Sportage SX 2020 - vs - Toyota Highlander XSE 2021

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Kia Sportage SX 2020

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kia KX5

Also called:

Kluger

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

34,990

Updated:

08 Feb 2019

43,355

Updated:

06 Feb 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2020

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

16.40gals

17.90gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Pacific Blue

#4F5866

Steel Gray

#ADB0B3

Hyper Red

#9E212B

Burnished Copper

#965F3C

Black Cherry

#020202

Snow White Pearl

#FEFFFF

Sparkling Silver

#A5A6A8

Color:

Ruby Flare Pearl

#740000

Celestial Silver Metallic

#979CA0

Blizzard Pearl

#ECE7EA

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#4E4E4E

Blueprint

#323C71

MIDNIGHT BLACK METALLIC

#24231E

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2020 Kia Sportage ranked #5 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Kia Sportage has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Comfortable ride
Composed handling
Intuitive infotainment system
Roomy cabin with handsome materials

Cons
Below-average fuel economy estimates
Less cargo room than rivals

By:

usnews.com

The 2020 Kia Sportage is refreshed, stylish, and competitive as ever, though its fuel economy is poor.

Pros
Distinctive looks
Good ride, taut handling
Optional turbo power
High-quality interior
Strong infotainment

Cons
Too thirsty
Polarizing styling
Difficult outward vision
Did we mention it's a guzzler?

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Kia Sportage comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.Updated front and rear styling.New safety features, including adaptive cruise control.Standard 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Pros
Smooth ride quality
Spacious front and rear seating
Attractive dashboard layout with appealing features
Quiet interior at highway speeds

Cons
Fuel economy isn't as good as mpg of some top rivals
Relatively modest cargo capacity

By:

edmunds.com

For 2020, Kia tweaks the Sportage's already bold styling and adds more standard and optional features. While the exterior revisions aren't transformative, they give the Sportage a fresher and more assertive look than the previous year. Along with a new S trim level and different wheel designs, the interior receives some new content. Upgraded leatherette seats and wireless charging are now optional. Likewise, every cabin features an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an updated steering wheel and air-vent surrounds. The Sportage also adds more driver assists that include automatic high-beam headlights, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology, driver-attention warning, pedestrian detection, and lane-keeping assist.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Toyota Highlander learned new tricks to keep us entertained on the road, when we’re not asleep in the back anyway.

Pros
Better style
New sporty XSE look
Still practical…
...and fuel efficient
Great standard safety

Cons
Infotainment is still a headache
Exterior is a little busy
Pricey top models
Small-ish third row

By:

thecarconnection.com

The sporty-looking XSE trim level joins the Highlander lineup for 2021. It punches up the looks with more aggressive exterior styling, unique 20-inch wheels, black exterior accents, and a sportier calibration for the suspension. Elsewhere, LED projection headlamps are now a standard feature and all models receive additional driver-assistance features, including semi-automated emergency steering technology that's designed to help a driver avoid collisions.

Pros
Attractive design,
optional hybrid powertrain,
generous standard features.

Cons
Few driving thrills,
skimpy third-row room,
fussy interior styling.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Toyota Highlander comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 2 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.New sporty XSE trim debuts.

Pros
Comfortable, quiet ride
Easy to see out of
Good power and fuel economy from V6 engine

Cons
Third row is kids-only
Below-average cargo space behind the third-row seat

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

20.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

24.00mpg

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.00L

3.50L

Torque:

260ft-lbs

at 1 450rpm

263ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

Horsepower:

237hp

at 6 000rpm

295hp

at 6 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

37.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

176.40in

197.40in

Width:

73.00in

76.00in

Height:

65.20in

68.10in

Ground Clearance:

6.80in

8.00in

Front Track:

63.30in

Rear Track:

63.80in

Wheel Base:

105.10in

112.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.60

39.60

Rear Head Room:

37.90

39.40

Front Leg Room:

41.50in

42.00in

Rear leg room:

38.20in

41.00in

Front Hip Room:

54.30in

57.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.10in

59.00in

Rear Hip Room:

51.20in

57.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

55.10in

58.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

60.10cu.ft

84.30cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

2000lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

30.70cu.ft

16.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

28.00degrees

16.90degrees

Angle of Departure:

24.60degrees

21.10degrees

Curb Weight:

3765.00lbs

4400.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

1 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Hands-free entry

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power driver seat

8 -way power passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Leather

Multi-level heating driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Leatherette

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

4 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts

Reclining rear seats

Split-folding rear seatback

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Manual Folding Bench Third Row Seats

Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

8 Total Speakers

320 Watts Stereo Output

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid rear disc brakes

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Rear height adjustable headrests

Turn signal mirrors

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlamp

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Self-Leveling Headlights

Adaptive Headlights

Pre-Collision Safety System

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

SX Turbo Beige Interior Color Package

All-Weather Floor Liner Package

Preferred Accessory Package W/All-Weather Floor Liners

Preferred Accessory Package W/Carpet Mats

Protection Package

Exterior Options:

Mud Guards

Cross Bars

Bumper Applique

Paint Protection Package

Wheel Locks

Snow White Pearl Premium Paint

Tow Hitch

Tow Hitch Receiver

Alloy Wheel Locks

Special Color

Door Edge Guards

Rear Bumper Applique

Trailer Ball

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Tow Hitch Receiver W/Wiring Harness

Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)

Ball Mount

Rear Bumper Protector

Body Side Moldings

Running Boards

Paint Protection Film

Interior Options:

Cargo Tray

Interior Light Kit

SX Beige Leather Interior

Cargo Mat

Cargo Net

Cargo Cover

Carpet Floor Mats

All Weather Floor Liners

Carpet Floor Mats

Carpet Floor Mats And Cargo Liner Package

Red Leather Interior

Cargo Cover

Carpet Mat Package

JBL Audio W/Integrated Navigation

Cargo Liner

Universal Tablet Holder

Cargo Tote

Cargo Net - Envelope

Illuminated Door Sills

Carpet Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, leather

#000000

Beige, leather

#BB9272

Gray, leather

#9B9B9B

Color:

Cockpit Red, leather

#802A2A

Black Mixed Media, leatherette

#24231E

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Toyota Highlander XSE 2021

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Comparison - Kia Sportage SX 2020 - vs - Toyota Highlander XSE 2021

General

Also called:

Kia KX5

Also called:

Kluger

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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