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Kia Sportage Ground Clearance
On the Sportage, the drive system matters more than the trim for how much room there is underneath. This guide uses the 2027 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026, for ground clearance, off-road angles and size. Other model years can differ.
7.1 in.Sportage gas and Hybrid, FWD
8.3 in.Sportage gas and Hybrid, AWD
8.3 in.Sportage Plug-in Hybrid
26.9°departure angle, X-Line and X-Pro AWD
What is the Kia Sportage ground clearance?
Kia lists 7.1 inches of ground clearance for a front-wheel-drive 2027 Sportage and 8.3 inches with all-wheel drive, including the X-Line and X-Pro Prestige. The 2027 Sportage Hybrid has the same 7.1 and 8.3 inches, and both 2027 Sportage Plug-in Hybrid trims are listed at 8.3 inches.
2027 Sportage ground clearance by trim
| 2027 Sportage trim | Drivetrain | Ground clearance, FWD | Ground clearance, AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | FWD or AWD | 7.1 in. | 8.3 in. |
| EX | FWD or AWD | 7.1 in. | 8.3 in. |
| SX | FWD | 7.1 in. | Not offered |
| X-Line | AWD | Not offered | 8.3 in. |
| SX Prestige | FWD or AWD | 7.1 in. | 8.3 in. |
| X-Pro Prestige | AWD | Not offered | 8.3 in. |
From the Ground Clearance (FWD), Ground Clearance (AWD) and Drivetrain rows of the 2027 Sportage specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026, with all six trims shown. Every gas trim uses the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine Kia rates at 187 hp.
Choosing all-wheel drive is what adds clearance: 1.2 inches more than front-wheel drive. Kia lists Terrain Mode as standard on the X-Line and X-Pro Prestige and available on the LX, EX and SX Prestige. You can also see the Sportage at Michigan City Kia.
Sportage Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid ground clearance
| 2027 model and trim | Drive | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|
| Sportage Hybrid LX | FWD | 7.1 in. |
| Sportage Hybrid S, EX | FWD or AWD | 7.1 in. FWD / 8.3 in. AWD |
| Sportage Hybrid X-Line, SX Prestige | AWD | 8.3 in. |
| Sportage Plug-in Hybrid X-Line, X-Line Prestige | AWD | 8.3 in. |
From the Ground Clearance and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) rows of the 2027 Sportage Hybrid and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026, with all trims shown.
The Sportage Hybrid pairs a 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder with a hybrid system Kia rates at 232 combined horsepower; the Plug-in Hybrid's is rated at 268. See the Sportage Hybrid at Michigan City Kia.
Sportage approach, breakover and departure angles
| 2027 model | Approach | Breakover | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage, FWD | 18.7° | 17.8° | 25.8° |
| Sportage LX, EX, SX Prestige, AWD | 18.9° | 19.3° | 26.6° |
| Sportage X-Line, X-Pro Prestige | 18.9° | 19.3° | 26.9° |
| Sportage Hybrid, FWD | 18.7° | 17.8° | 25.8° |
| Sportage Hybrid, AWD | 18.9° | 19.3° | 26.9° |
| Sportage Plug-in Hybrid | 18.9° | 17.7° | 26.9° |
From the Approach Angle, Breakover Angle and Departure Angle rows of the 2027 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026.
Sportage exterior size
| 2027 Sportage | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Length | 184.4 in. |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in. |
| Width | 73.4 in. |
| Height, without roof rails | 65.4 in. FWD (LX, EX) / 66.1 in. AWD (LX) |
| Height, with roof rails | 65.6 in. FWD; 66.3 in. AWD; 66.9 in. X-Line and X-Pro Prestige |
From the Exterior Dimensions rows of the 2027 Sportage specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026. Kia lists the same length, wheelbase and width for the Sportage Hybrid and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid; the Plug-in Hybrid is 66.9 inches tall with roof rails.
Sportage wheels and tires
| 2027 Sportage trim | Alloy wheels | Tires |
|---|---|---|
| LX | 17-inch | 235/65R17 |
| EX, SX | 18-inch | 235/60R18 |
| X-Line | 19-inch, X-Line exclusive | 235/55R19 |
| SX Prestige | 19-inch | 235/55R19 |
| X-Pro Prestige | 17-inch, X-Pro exclusive | 235/65R17 all-terrain |
From the Wheels and Tires rows of the 2027 Sportage specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026.
For inflation pressures, see our Sportage tire pressure guide, and for luggage room, the Sportage cargo space guide.
Michigan City Kia service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. |
From the service department hours in Michigan City Kia's website structured data, November 3, 2026. No Sunday service hours are listed. Holiday hours can differ.
Kia Sportage ground clearance questions
What is the ground clearance of a Kia Sportage?
Kia lists ground clearance for the 2027 Sportage as 7.1 inches with front-wheel drive and 8.3 inches with all-wheel drive. The 2027 Sportage Hybrid is listed at the same 7.1 inches (FWD) and 8.3 inches (AWD), and the 2027 Sportage Plug-in Hybrid at 8.3 inches.
Does AWD give the Sportage more ground clearance?
Yes. On the 2027 Sportage and Sportage Hybrid, Kia lists 8.3 inches with all-wheel drive and 7.1 inches with front-wheel drive, a difference of 1.2 inches.
Does the Sportage X-Pro sit higher?
Not by Kia's ground clearance figure. The 2027 Sportage X-Pro Prestige is listed at 8.3 inches, the same as the other all-wheel-drive gas trims. It comes standard with all-wheel drive, Terrain Mode, X-Pro exclusive 17-inch wheels and 235/65R17 all-terrain tires.
Which Sportage trims come with AWD?
For 2027, Kia lists all-wheel drive as standard on the Sportage X-Line and X-Pro Prestige and available on the LX, EX and SX Prestige; the SX is front-wheel drive. On the Sportage Hybrid it is standard on the X-Line and SX Prestige and available on the S and EX, and the LX is front-wheel drive. Both Sportage Plug-in Hybrid trims have all-wheel drive.
What are the Sportage approach and departure angles?
For the 2027 Sportage with all-wheel drive, Kia lists an 18.9-degree approach angle, a 19.3-degree breakover angle and a 26.6-degree departure angle on the LX, EX and SX Prestige or 26.9 degrees on the X-Line and X-Pro Prestige. With front-wheel drive the figures are 18.7, 17.8 and 25.8 degrees.
Questions about a Sportage?
Visit Michigan City Kia at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN. Our sales team can help you compare front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive Sportage models, and our service team can help keep your Sportage maintained.
Sources
Ground clearance, angles, drivetrains, engines, exterior dimensions, wheels and tires are from the 2027 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026. Other model years can differ. Address and hours are from Michigan City Kia's own website. Image: Kia America.
- 2027 Sportage specifications, all six trims (LX, EX, SX, X-Line, SX Prestige, X-Pro Prestige): ground clearance, approach, breakover and departure angles, drivetrain, Terrain Mode, engine, exterior dimensions, wheels and tires, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- 2027 Sportage Hybrid specifications, all five trims (LX, S, EX, X-Line, SX Prestige): ground clearance, angles, all-wheel drive, engine, combined horsepower, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- 2027 Sportage Plug-in Hybrid specifications (X-Line, X-Line Prestige): ground clearance, angles, all-wheel drive, combined horsepower, height, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- 2027 Sportage model page: hero image, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- Address, map coordinates, logo and service department hours (structured data), Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
- Schedule service page, Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
- Kia service center at Michigan City Kia, Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
