Under both the Outlander and Sportage hoods, you will find a 2.5L Inline 4-cylinder engine. While the heart of these two SUVs is one and the same, the Outlander showcases specs that stand out in comparison.

If you are searching for an SUV with muscle, the Outlander can tow up to 2,000 pounds of your cargo, as opposed to the 1,653-pound towing capacity in the Sportage.

With the latest in car engineering advancements only growing more impressive, both SUVs provide a hybrid version for those looking to minimize time at the gas station and maximize their time zipping around the area.

The hybrid powertrain addition to the Outlander design brings its combined horsepower to 248. As for the Sportage, the hybrid model only reaches 227 combined horsepower, gracing the Mitsubishi Outlander victory in our performance category.

Whether you are packing the car for a road trip, or taking the kids to practice, the Mitsubishi and the Kia have the space to fit your cargo while you and your passengers sit comfortably.

While the Outlander is only two inches longer and one inch wider, it fits a whole extra row comfortably inside. With the extra seating, the Outlander holds up to seven passengers, as opposed to the Sportage’s five. Even with this additional row, the two SUVs share almost identical interior dimensions seat by seat.

Do you find yourself more of a lone traveler? With a total cargo volume of 79.7 cubic feet, the Outlander edges out the Sportage’s 74.1 cubic feet of maximum cargo space. Utilize that extra space selfishly with your packed goods!

Comfort goes way further than just spaciousness, but the features that make the atmosphere comfortable as well. Both SUVs do a great job in gracing their passengers with available features such as..

• Heated Front Seats
• Power Lumbar Support
• Memory Seating

When it comes to breaking down which model goes the extra mile, the Mitsubishi Outlander shines bright with theiravailable heated rear seats. Unfortunately, you won’t find a similar amenity in the Kia.

Both the Mitsubishi and the Kia offer driver-centric cockpits, centered around a touchscreen featuring Bluetooth®, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™ connectivity, so you can access your favorite playlists and most travelled locations with ease.

Among the two tech specs, the Mitsubishi catches the eye with an available Head-Up Display! This transparent screen projects vital driving information onto your windshield and within your direct line of sight, so your eyes don’t have to leave the road. From speed to cruise control indicators, all that you need to know is right in front of you!

What does safety look like in these two vehicles? You can find a wide range of standard and available features among these models, including:

• Forward Collision Mitigation
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Two features that set the Outlander apart would be Active Blind Spot Assist and Blind Spot Warning. These features keep an eye on the flanks of your SUV and will warn you when another vehicle is hidden there. Both monitor the road constantly, helping you switch or merge lanes confidently. A similar feature is available on higher Sportage trims.