Kia's Best-Selling Nameplate in the US

The Kia Sportage has become a critical model in the US, driving the brand's performance as its top‑selling nameplate. The entire Sportage line recently received a styling and feature refresh , including the plug‑in hybrid version. With these upgrades, however, come Kia's inevitable price increases across trims.

As a result, buyers face a decision: opt for a lower-priced 2025 inventory unit or pay more for the refreshed 2026 model? The question now is whether the added cost of the new Sportage PHEV is justified by the enhancements, or whether a 2025 model offers better value. View the 2 images of this gallery on the original article

Price Increases vs. Inventory Bargains

The new 2026 Sportage PHEV starts at $40,490 for the X‑Line AWD and $4

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