2026 Kia Sportage vast lineup includes versatile PHEV trim

The 2026 Kia Sportage, in its plug-in hybrid trim, extends the lineup of the increasing popular sport utility vehicle. It’s thriving in a crowded and always-changing automotive segment.

Kia is one-third owned by Hyundai, with the South Korean manufacturers steadily moving into the top of overall value, versatility and overall quality rankings.

Once considered bargain basement, unreliable and shoddily made, both carmakers’ offerings are among this decade’s industry success stories.