Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
Sportage L FWD
Overview
HS PHEV
2025
Year
2026 - Present
1999
Engine
16.6
115
Power
119
Petrol
Fuel
PHEV
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
Best comparable values are highlighted in green.
Sportage L FWD
Specification
HS PHEV
1999
Engine Capacity
—
G4NL
Engine Code
—
Inline-4
Cylinder Configuration
—
4
Number of Cylinders
—
—
Battery Capacity
16.6
—
Battery Capacity Gross
16.6
—
Battery Capacity Usable
16.6
—
Battery Type
Ternary Lithium
115
Power
90
192
Torque
230
181
Top Speed
190
FWD
Drive Type
FWD
10
Fuel Economy City
—
12
Fuel Economy Highway
—
11
Fuel Economy Combined
—
235 / 60R18
Tyre Size
235 / 50 R18
18
Wheel Size
18
5
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated Disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
MacPherson Strut
Front Suspension
MacPherson
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Electric Power Steering
Steering Type
Electric power steering
2
Number of Airbags
6
—
Towing Capacity
1500
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
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Sportage L FWD
Dimension
HS PHEV
54
Fuel Tank Capacity
—
4660
Length
4610
1865
Width
1876
1665
Height
1685
2755
Wheelbase
2720
181
Ground Clearance
175
—
Kerb Weight
1775
543
Boot Space
448
Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
Sportage L FWD
Feature
HS PHEV
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert
Comfort
Sportage L FWD
Feature
HS PHEV
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights
Interior Exterior
Sportage L FWD
Feature
HS PHEV
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors
Technology
Sportage L FWD
Feature
HS PHEV
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App
Charging & Battery Tech
Sportage L FWD
Feature
HS PHEV
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
Sportage L FWD
Feature
HS PHEV
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G
PHEV / EV-specific features
Sportage L FWD
Feature
HS PHEV
EV Drive Mode
Hybrid Drive Mode
Charge Mode
Charge Scheduling
DC Fast Charging Support
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
Kia Sportage L FWD
Pros
- +Panoramic sunroof
- +Premium curved display
- +Comfortable ride
- +Good cabin space
- +Powered tailgate
Cons
- −Higher price
- −Average city economy
- −Still FWD only
- −Costly tyres
- −No hybrid economy
MG HS PHEV
Pros
- +Useful 52 km electric range
- +Powerful 209 kW combined output
- +Six-airbag safety package
- +Large 448-litre boot
- +External and regenerative charging
Cons
- −Older body than new HS variants
- −Small 37-litre fuel tank
- −Home charging improves efficiency
- −Heavy kerb weight
- −Premium tyres and parts are costly
Which one should you buy?
Best for Performance: MG HS PHEV
Leads this comparison on best for performance with a score of 55.
Best for Practicality / Space: Kia Sportage L FWD
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Our Recommendation
Choose Kia Sportage L FWD if: Space, seating, and everyday practicality come first.
Bottom Line: MG HS PHEV leads on performance and Kia Sportage L FWD leads on practicality.
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