Kia Sportage V
Produced from 2022–present, the Kia Sportage V (NQ5) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 1 petrol, 1 hybrid, 1 plug-in hybrid, spanning 150 to 265 hp. The quickest version, the 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid, covers 0–100 km/h in 8 seconds. For fuel costs, the 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid leads the range at 38 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4515 × 1865 × 1645 mm on a 2680 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Kia Sportage V (NQ5) was manufactured from 2022 – present (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a suv. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 150 to 265 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 38.0 MPG combined (1.6 T-GDI Hybrid).
Power range
150–265 hp
Quickest 0–100
8.0 s
Best combined
38 MPG
Length
4.51 m
01Decision support
Which Sportage V suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.6 T-GDI Hybrid
38.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 11% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Sportage V.
Performance · quickest
1.6 T-GDI Hybrid
0–100 km/h in 8.0s · 230 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
1.6 T-GDI Hybrid
230 hp · 38.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (1 petrol · 1 hybrid · 1 plug-in hybrid)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.6 T-GDIPetrol | 1.6 T-GDI HybridHybrid | 1.6 T-GDI PHEVPlug-in Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | Smartstream G1.6 | Smartstream HEV | Smartstream PHEV |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Hybrid | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Displacement | 1.6L (1,598 cc) | 1.6L (1,598 cc) | 1.6L (1,598 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 + e-motor | I4 + e-motor |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 150 hp / 112 kW | 230 hp / 172 kW | 265 hp / 198 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm / 184 lb-ft | 350 Nm / 258 lb-ft | 350 Nm / 258 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.9 s | 8.0 s | 8.2 s |
| Top speed | 189 km/h (117 mph) | 191 km/h (119 mph) | 191 km/h (119 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Manual | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) | 38 MPG (6.2 L/100km) | — |
| Highway | 38 MPG (6.2 L/100km) | 38 MPG (6.2 L/100km) | — |
| Combined | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 38 MPG (6.2 L/100km) | — |
| Electric range | — | — | 70 km (43 mi) |
| Battery | — | — | 13.8 kWh |
| CO₂ emissions | 155 g/km | 135 g/km | 47 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,695 kg (3,737 lbs) | 1,885 kg (4,156 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2022–present | 2022–present | 2022–present |
03Then vs now
NQ5 vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. QL |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +25 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | +0.5 s |
| Best combined MPG | +3 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +143 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the QL, the NQ5 is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the QL's typically lower asking prices.
View the QL spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,515 mm
177.8 in
Width
1,865 mm
73.4 in
Height
1,645 mm
64.8 in
Wheelbase
2,680 mm
105.5 in
Curb weight spans 1,500–1,885 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Sportage V: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Kia Sportage V (NQ5)?
The Kia Sportage V (NQ5) lineup offers 1 petrol · 1 hybrid · 1 plug-in hybrid: 1.6 T-GDI (150 hp), 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid (230 hp), 1.6 T-GDI PHEV (265 hp).
How quick is the Kia Sportage V (NQ5) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.0s, reaching a top speed of 191 km/h (119 mph) with the 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid.
What is the most fuel-efficient Kia Sportage V (NQ5) trim?
The 1.6 T-GDI Hybrid delivers the highest fuel economy at 38.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 34–38 combined MPG.
How does the NQ5 compare to the previous Kia Sportage?
Against the QL predecessor it replaces, the NQ5 is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Kia Sportage V (NQ5)?
The Kia Sportage V (NQ5) was produced from 2022 – present, spanning the following model years: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Kia Sportage V (NQ5)?
4515 mm long, 1865 mm wide, 1645 mm tall on a 2680 mm wheelbase (177.8 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Kia SportageCertification data, 2022–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2022 Kia Sportage, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Kia official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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