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This Kia SUV Shows You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks

By Barnell Anderson

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Nowadays, hybrid SUVs are all the range. Not only are they efficient, but they provide a safety net for those who don’t want to go all out with an EV. Luckily, Kia makes one of the best midsize SUVs on the market with the 2023 and 2024 Sportage Hybrid models. In many ways, they compete with options like the 2024 Toyota Venza. 

Here’s why people love the Kia Sportage Hybrid so much. 

The 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid is among the best midsize SUVs for performance.

The 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid is one of the best midsize SUVs because it delivers solid performance. According to Edmunds, it uses a 1.6-liter engine paired with one electric motor. It has a maximum output of 227 horsepower and a torque of 258 lb-ft. 

The 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid, like the 2023 model, is no slouch when it comes to speed. It needs only 6.8 seconds to get from 0 to 60 miles per hour, which makes it just a little slower than the 2024 Toyota Venza. This is one reason both are among the best midsize SUVs. Naturally, it’s also efficient as it averages 42 miles per gallon in the city and 44 MPG on the highway. 

It has a solid interior

The 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid is also one of the best midsize SUVs because it’s spacious. Not only that, but it has an attractive interior. It seats five people comfortably and offers 40 cubic feet of rear cargo storage. In terms of appearance, this SUV shows that Kia means business in 2024, which is also true for the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid. Regarding interior technology, owners get a standard eight-inch display, and higher trims have a 12.3-inch unit. All trims of the Kia SUV have a digital gauge cluster. 

Of course, this is also a safe vehicle as it is a Top Safety+ pick by the IIHS. Naturally, it also comes with a ton of standard safety features to help make this an attractive option for families. 

Overall, there's much to love about the 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid. Like the 2024 Toyota Venza, it's efficient and has a solid look. However, unlike the Toyota SUV, it's not going anywhere soon. It starts at $28,590, which also makes it competitive with other SUVs in its class.