2026 Kia Sportage AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
LX AWD vs LX FWD
AWD adds $1,800. Costs $105 more a year in fuel.
$2,433more over 6 years
- 26 vs 28 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD LX AWD | $28,790 $30,590 | $1,800 | 28 mpg 26 mpg | $1,371 $1,477 | $2,433 | -52 lb | 7.1 in 8.3 in |
| EX FWD EX AWD | $30,590 $32,390 | $1,800 | 28 mpg 26 mpg | $1,371 $1,477 | $2,433 | -52 lb | 7.1 in 8.3 in |
| SX-Prestige FWD SX-Prestige AWD | $36,390 $38,190 | $1,800 | 28 mpg 26 mpg | $1,371 $1,477 | $2,433 | N/A | 7.1 in 8.3 in |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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