Kia Sportage vs Pontiac Torrent
Overview | |
Years produced1995-2002 | Years produced2006-2009 |
MSRP$28,790 | MSRP$24,045 |
Listings824 | Listings2 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryNo model demonstrates Kia’s growth like the Sportage compact crossover SUV. The nameplate has been around since Kia’s early days in the United States, and has evolved into a true rival for popular crossovers like the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The current-generation Sportage was introduced for the 2023 model year; it gets revised styling for 2026. Verdict: The refreshed Sportage arrives with the competent execution we’ve come to expect from Kia, but the X-Pro Prestige model doesn’t live up to the brand’s reputation for value. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine3.4L 185 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower185 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name3.4L 185 hp V6 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque210 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower185 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space35.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3435 lbs | Curb Weight3660 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height69.3 in |
Length184.4 in | Length188.8 in |
Width73.4 in | Width71.4 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase112.5 in |
Maximum Payload1305 lbs | Maximum Payload1314 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload | Standard Payload1410 lbs |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-2002 | 2006-2009 |
MSRP | $28,790 | $24,045 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | No model demonstrates Kia’s growth like the Sportage compact crossover SUV. The nameplate has been around since Kia’s early days in the United States, and has evolved into a true rival for popular crossovers like the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The current-generation Sportage was introduced for the 2023 model year; it gets revised styling for 2026. Verdict: The refreshed Sportage arrives with the competent execution we’ve come to expect from Kia, but the X-Pro Prestige model doesn’t live up to the brand’s reputation for value. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.4L 185 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 185 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.4L 185 hp V6 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 210 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 185 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Optional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | 35.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3435 lbs | 3660 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 69.3 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 188.8 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 71.4 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 112.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1305 lbs | 1314 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1410 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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