2021 Lexus NX vs 2022 Kia Sportage

2021 Lexus NX
2021 Lexus NX
$37,610MSRP
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2022 Kia Sportage
2022 Kia Sportage
$24,090MSRP
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2021 Lexus NX
$37,610MSRP
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2022 Kia Sportage
$24,090MSRP
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MSRP

$37,610

MSRP

$24,090

Average price

$31,999

Average price

$21,424

Listings

1416

Listings

1457
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Comfortable
  • Quiet cabin
Cons
  • Interior materials feel cheap
  • Poor handling
  • Cramped back seat
Pros
  • Spacious
  • Easy-to-use technology
  • Standard advanced safety features
Cons
  • Outdated technology

2021 Lexus NX Reviews Summary

One year ahead of its redesign, the aged 2021 Lexus NX luxury compact SUV retains the features that have made it so popular: good looks, a high-quality interior, and agile driving dynamics. But not all that glitters is gold, as the NX has some definite problem areas.

2022 Kia Sportage Reviews Summary

The 2022 Kia Sportage is a stylish, sophisticated, safe, and–with its available turbocharged engine–speedy SUV. Kia hasn't redesigned it since 2017, but that doesn't mean you should cross it off of your shopping list. Even the technology is up-to-date.

Compact in size, the 2022 Sportage comes in LX, Nightfall Edition, EX, and SX Turbo trim levels with front- or all-wheel drive. Nightfall Edition trim is new, replacing the S version for 2022. Additionally, a new LX Value Edition Package installs numerous features from higher trims combined with trendy dark gray 18-inch wheels. The Sportage EX gains a standard panoramic sunroof for 2022.

Pricing ranges from $24,090 to $33,750, plus a destination charge of $1,175. Our test vehicle for this review was an SX Turbo with AWD, a cargo mat, carpeted floor mats, and a tow hitch. The sticker price came to $37,100, including destination.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 235 hp I4

Engine

2.4L 181 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

235 hp @ 5600 rpm

Horsepower

181 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG City

22

MPG City

23

MPG Highway

28

MPG Highway

30
2021 Lexus NX
2021 Lexus NX
$37,610MSRP
Overview
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2022 Kia Sportage
2022 Kia Sportage
$24,090MSRP
Overview
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2021 Lexus NX
$37,610MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2022 Kia Sportage
$24,090MSRP
Overview
Overview
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Overview
MSRP
$37,610
$24,090
Average price
$31,999
$21,424
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.8
4.5
Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Read full review

7.7 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Comfortable
  • Quiet cabin
Cons
  • Interior materials feel cheap
  • Poor handling
  • Cramped back seat
Pros
  • Spacious
  • Easy-to-use technology
  • Standard advanced safety features
Cons
  • Outdated technology
Summary
One year ahead of its redesign, the aged 2021 Lexus NX luxury compact SUV retains the features that have made it so popular: good looks, a high-quality interior, and agile driving dynamics. But not all that glitters is gold, as the NX has some definite problem areas.

The 2022 Kia Sportage is a stylish, sophisticated, safe, and–with its available turbocharged engine–speedy SUV. Kia hasn't redesigned it since 2017, but that doesn't mean you should cross it off of your shopping list. Even the technology is up-to-date.

Compact in size, the 2022 Sportage comes in LX, Nightfall Edition, EX, and SX Turbo trim levels with front- or all-wheel drive. Nightfall Edition trim is new, replacing the S version for 2022. Additionally, a new LX Value Edition Package installs numerous features from higher trims combined with trendy dark gray 18-inch wheels. The Sportage EX gains a standard panoramic sunroof for 2022.

Pricing ranges from $24,090 to $33,750, plus a destination charge of $1,175. Our test vehicle for this review was an SX Turbo with AWD, a cargo mat, carpeted floor mats, and a tow hitch. The sticker price came to $37,100, including destination.

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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 235 hp I4
2.4L 181 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
235 hp @ 5600 rpm
181 hp @ 6000 rpm
MPG City
22
23
MPG Highway
28
30
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