2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid: real cost in California
See the Sportage Hybrid on Kia's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, LX · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$30,590the advertised price
Drive away$35,062with fees and tax
Loan payment$513/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,048/moeverything, after resale
$35,062 to drive away + $55,192 to run it for 6 years − $14,796 back at resale = $75,458, or $1,048 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$35,062
Running it, 6 yrs+$55,192
Back at resale−$14,796
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$30,590Feesfreight $1,495 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,580Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$2,892Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$18,816Fuel13,500 mi a year at 41 MPG
+$11,358Maintenanceestimate
+$7,774Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$7,583Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$6,840Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,821Resale after 6 years48% of MSRP, you get this back
−$14,796True cost $75,458 ÷ 72 months$1,048 a month
The car
Size and space
Seats5
Cargo34.5 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance7.1–8.3 in
Engine and fuel
Engine232 hp hybrid, FWD, AWD
0–60 mph7.4–7.7 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy35–41 MPGEPA combined
TowingUp to 2,000 lb
Tires17" or 18"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
European crash test5 of 5 stars ↗Euro NCAP 2022, European version
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty5 yrspowertrain 5 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years48% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 232 hp, 5 seats.| LX | $30,590 | $35,062 | $75,458 | ✓ $1,048/mo | 41 MPG | — No | — No | — No | — No |
| S FWD | $31,290 | $35,825 | $76,225 | $1,059/mo | 41 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No | — No |
| EX FWD | $32,290 | $36,915 | $77,321 | $1,074/mo | 41 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No |
| S AWD | $32,890 | $37,569 | $78,246 | $1,087/mo | 41 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No | ✓ Yes |
| EX EX FWD Panoramic Sunroof Package | $33,290 | $38,005 | $78,685 | $1,093/mo | 41 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — No |
| EX AWD | $33,890 | $38,659 | $79,342 | $1,102/mo | 41 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| EX EX AWD Panoramic Sunroof Package | $34,890 | $39,749 | $80,438 | $1,117/mo | 41 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| X-Line | $35,790 | $40,730 | $83,624 | $1,161/mo | 35 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| X-Line Technology Package | $38,290 | $43,454 | $86,364 | $1,199/mo | 35 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| SX Prestige | $40,690 | $46,070 | $88,994 | $1,236/mo | 35 MPG | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
LX
✓ $1,048/mo
True cost
SFWD
$1,059/mo
True cost
EXFWD
$1,074/mo
True cost
SAWD
$1,087/mo
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EXEX FWD Panoramic Sunroof Package
$1,093/mo
True cost
EXAWD
$1,102/mo
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EXEX AWD Panoramic Sunroof Package
$1,117/mo
True cost
X-Line
$1,161/mo
True cost
X-LineTechnology Package
$1,199/mo
True cost
SX Prestige
$1,236/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
LX$30,590
S FWD$31,290
EX FWD$32,290
S AWD$32,890
EX EX FWD Panoramic Sunroof Package$33,290
EX AWD$33,890
EX EX AWD Panoramic Sunroof Package$34,890
X-Line$35,790
X-Line Technology Package$38,290
SX Prestige$40,690
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ from S FWD
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ from S FWD
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
+ $2,500
✓ from X-Line Technology Package
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ from S FWD
Cooled seats
✓ from SX Prestige
Heated steering wheel
✓ from SX Prestige
Heated rear seats
✓ from SX Prestige
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓
✓ from EX EX FWD Panoramic Sunroof Package
Wireless phone charging
✓
✓ from EX EX FWD Panoramic Sunroof Package
Power driver's seat
✓ from S FWD
Memory seat
+ $2,500
✓ from X-Line Technology Package
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
+ $2,500
✓ from X-Line Technology Package
Premium sound system
+ $2,500
✓ from X-Line Technology Package
Head-up display
✓ from SX Prestige
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓ from EX AWD
Tow hitch included
+ $590
+ $590
Sunroof
+ $1,000
✓
+ $1,000
✓ from EX EX AWD Panoramic Sunroof Package
Panoramic roof
+ $1,000
✓
+ $1,000
✓ from EX EX AWD Panoramic Sunroof Package
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingMassaging seatsRemote start
Full standard equipment on the LX (37 items)
- 1.6L Turbo Hybrid Powertrain w/ 232 hp & 271 lb.-ft. of torque
- 6-Speed Auto Transmission
- Drive Mode Select w/ Eco, Sport & MyDrive
- Regenerative Braking w/ Steering Wheel-Mounted Paddles
- Ground Clearance 7.1-in.
- Up to 2,000 lb. Towing Capacity
- Auto Emergency Braking Technology w/ Junction Turning Detection
- Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Following Assist 2
- Lane Departure Warning
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Driver Attention Warning w/ Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Rear Occupant Alert
- Rearview Monitor
- 17-in. Aero Alloy Wheels
- LED Projector Headlights
- LED Amber Daytime Running Lights
- Auto Headlight Control
- LED Rear Combination Taillights
- Auto Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers
- Front Grille, Black
- Rear Privacy Glass
- Woven Cloth Seat Trim
- Dual-Zone Auto Climate Control w/ Rear Climate Vents
- Power Windows w/ Driver One-Touch Auto-Up/Down
- 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seats
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- 5 Passenger
- 12.3-in. Touchscreen Display
- 12.3-in. Instrument Display w/ integrated 4.2-in. TFT cluster
- Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Smart Key w/ Push Button Start
- 4 USB-C Charging Ports
- 6-Speaker Audio System
- Over-the-Air System Updates
Recalls
2 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 Sportage Hybrid models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Electrical system2026 · 42,677 vehicles
Kia America, Inc.Recall 26V046000 at NHTSA ↗Trailer hitches2025 · 5,046 vehicles
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) and 2024-2025 Sportage vehicles equipped with a 4.2" screen and a Genuine Kia tow hitch harness accessory.Recall 25V874000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 Sportage Hybrid in California?
- $35,062 to drive away for the LX, from a $30,590 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $513 loan payment, about $1,079 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,048 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- 2,000 lb for every trim.
Colors
Fusion BlackGravity GraySnow White Pearl+$495Heritage BlueVesta BlueWolf Gray+$495Shadow Matte Gray+$595
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US prices in US dollars from Kia's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.