Kia Sportage EX performance summary
The 2026 Kia Sportage EX makes 187 hp and 250 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 8.0s, about 7.5s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 15.86s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 31% of the cars in our database, with more power than 29% of them and a higher top speed than 34%. That works out to roughly 160 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Kia Sportage EX ranks against 1,483 cars
Kia Sportage EX vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Sportage EX | 187 | 8.0s | 200 km/h | 15.86s |
| Kia Sportage LX | 187 | 8.0s | 200 km/h | 15.86s |
| Kia Sportage GT-Line | 187 | 8.0s | 200 km/h | 15.86s |
| Kia Sportage Nightfall Edition | 187 | 8.0s | 200 km/h | 15.86s |
| Kia Sportage 2024(base Model) | 187 | 8.0s | 200 km/h | 15.86s |
| Kia Sportage X-Line | 187 | 8.0s | 200 km/h | 15.86s |
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Kia Sportage EX FAQ
What is the Kia Sportage EX 0-60 mph time?
The Kia Sportage EX does 0-60 mph in about 7.5s, based on its 8.0s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Kia Sportage EX?
The listed top speed is 124 mph, or 200 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Kia Sportage EX have?
The Kia Sportage EX is listed at 187 hp with 250 Nm of torque.
What is the Kia Sportage EX quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Kia Sportage EX quarter-mile at 15.86s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Kia Sportage EX?
Similar performance rivals include Kia Sportage LX, Kia Sportage GT-Line, Kia Sportage Nightfall Edition.