2022 Kia Sportage vs. 2022 Toyota RAV4

The Kia Sportage and the Toyota RAV4 are both popular compact SUVs. They are both stylish, comfortable, and have a lot of great features. The Kia Sportage was new for the 2020 model year, while the Toyota RAV4 has been around since 1994. So, which one is better?

Design & Style

When it comes to exterior design, the Kia Sportage is the clear winner over the Toyota RAV4. The Sportage's sleek and stylish design is sure to turn heads, while the RAV4 looks a bit dated in comparison. The Sportage's curves and angles are also more aesthetically pleasing than the boxy design of the RAV4. Another advantage that the Sportage has over the RAV4 is its range of colors and finishes. The RAV4 only comes in a few bland colors, while the Sportage offers many more choices, including two-tone options. Overall, the Kia Sportage's exterior design is superior to that of the Toyota RAV4.

The Kia Sportage has a more modern and sleeker look, with its simple, curved lines. The Toyota RAV4 has a more traditional look, with more buttons and knobs on the dashboard.

 The Kia Sportage also has a more spacious interior. The seats are comfortable, and there is plenty of legroom and headroom for passengers. The Toyota RAV4 has smaller seats, which can be uncomfortable for larger passengers. The Kia Sportage also comes standard with many optional features on the Toyota RAV4. These features include heated seats, a sunroof, and lane departure warning system.

Technology & Safety

The Sportage offers a long list of standard safety features, including  rear cross-traffic alert and lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring. It also has an impressive suite of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and pedestrian detection.

The Toyota RAV4 offers fewer safety features than the Sportage and lacks many of the advanced ADAS systems available on the Sportage. For example, the RAV4 does not have a lane departure warning or pedestrian detection. It also does not offer adaptive cruise control or forward collision warning.

Performance

The 2022 Kia Sportage is the clear winner over the Toyota RAV4 here. The Sportage's 2.1L GDI engine produces 181 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque, while the RAV4's 2.5L Atkinson-cycle engine only produces 176 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. In terms of fuel economy, the Sportage also outperforms the RAV4, with an EPA estimated rating of 23 city/30 highway, compared to the RAV4's 22 city/29 highway rating. In terms of performance, the Kia Sportage is also the better choice. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 7.9 seconds, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 8.5 seconds to reach that speed.

The Bottom Line

After comparing the 2022 Kia Sportage and the 2022 Toyota RAV4, it is clear that the Kia Sportage is the better car. The Sportage has a more powerful engine, better gas mileage, and more features than the RAV4. It has 184 horsepower compared to the RAV4's 176 horsepower. This difference in power will be noticeable when accelerating or climbing hills. The Sportage also gets better gas mileage than the RAV4. It gets 22 miles per gallon in the city and 29 miles per gallon on the highway, while the RAV4 gets only 20 miles per gallon in the city and 27 miles per gallon on the road. 

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Are you in the market for a new 2022 Kia Sportage? If so, we welcome you to South Shore Kia! We have an incredible selection of new 2022 Kia Sportage models for you to choose from. Schedule your appointment today and come see us at South Shore Kia! We can't wait to help you get behind the wheel!