Kia Sportage LX · Michigan City Kia · Michigan City, IN
Kia Sportage LX in Michigan City, IN
The LX is the entry 2027 Sportage: a 187-hp 2.5L four with an 8-speed automatic and available all-wheel drive, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go and front and rear parking sensors. Kia lists it from $28,990 MSRP. Shop it at Michigan City Kia.
$28,9902027 starting MSRP
187 hp2.5L four, 178 lb-ft
28 mpgEPA combined, FWD (26 AWD)
39.6 cu. ft.cargo behind rear seat (SAE)
2,500 lb.towing with trailer brakes
Is the Sportage LX enough?
The LX has the same 187-hp engine, 8-speed automatic, EPA estimates and available all-wheel drive as the EX, plus the 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go and front and rear parking sensors. Step up to the EX ($1,800 more in starting MSRP) if you want a Smart Power Liftgate, a power driver's seat and heated front seats as standard, dual-zone automatic climate control, a wireless phone charger, Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Safe Exit Warning.
2027 Sportage LX price
| 2027 Sportage trim | Starting MSRP | EPA mpg city/hwy/combined |
|---|---|---|
| LX | $28,990 | 25/33/28 FWD; 24/30/26 AWD |
| EX | $30,790 | 25/33/28 FWD; 24/30/26 AWD |
| SX | $34,590 | 25/33/28 FWD only |
Starting MSRPs and EPA estimates from kia.com, read November 9, 2026. Kia states that starting MSRP is for the lowest model trim and excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license fees, options and dealer charges, and that the actual price is set by the dealer. Our price on each vehicle is on its vehicle page. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage will vary.
What comes on the Sportage LX
Engine
A 187-hp 2.5L four-cylinder with direct and multi-port injection, 178 lb-ft and an 8-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode is available.
Screens and audio
A 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch instrument display with an integrated 4.2-inch TFT cluster, a 6-speaker audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM and Kia Connect.
Wheels and lights
17-inch alloy wheels with a machined finish on 235/65R17 tires, LED projector headlights and a matte black front grille. A tire mobility kit is standard; a compact spare is available.
Cabin
Woven cloth seat trim, a 6-way manual driver's seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, air conditioning, rear climate vents and 60/40 split-folding, reclining rear seats over a dual-level cargo floor.
Convenience
A smart key with push-button start, a driver's one-touch auto up/down window, power-adjustable side mirrors, a rear wiper, two front and two second-row USB-C charging ports and over-the-air system updates.
Driver assistance
Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian, cyclist and junction turning detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Rear Occupant Alert, front and rear parking sensors and a rearview monitor.
From Kia's 2027 Sportage compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026. Equipment can change during the model year; the window sticker on each vehicle lists its exact equipment.
Available upgrades on the LX
Kia lists an LX Convenience Package that adds Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, side mirrors with LED turn signals and a power-adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar. Kia's specs also list heated front seats, heated side mirrors, all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode, a compact spare tire and remote start as available on the LX. A wireless phone charger, Smart Power Liftgate, Safe Exit Warning and a panoramic sunroof are not offered on the LX; they start on the EX.
From Kia's 2027 Sportage compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026. Kia notes that some features are only available as part of packages. The window sticker on each LX shows which options it has.
Sportage LX engine, mpg and towing
| 2027 Sportage LX | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L inline 4-cylinder, direct (GDI) and multi-port (MPI) injection |
| Output | 187 hp at 6,100 rpm; 178 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive; all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode available |
| EPA estimates, FWD | 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined mpg |
| EPA estimates, AWD | 24 city / 30 highway / 26 combined mpg |
| Fuel | Regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher; 14.3-gallon tank |
| Towing | 2,500 lb. with trailer brakes; 1,653 lb. without |
From Kia's 2027 Sportage compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage will vary.
For every Sportage figure, see our Sportage mpg guide.
Sportage LX vs. Sportage EX
For $1,800 more in starting MSRP ($30,790 vs. $28,990), the EX keeps the same 187-hp engine, 8-speed automatic and EPA estimates. Here is how the two compare:
| LX | EX | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 17-inch, 235/65R17 | 18-inch, 235/60R18 |
| Climate control | Air conditioning | Dual-zone automatic with auto defog |
| Driver's seat | 6-way manual (power available) | 10-way power with power lumbar |
| Heated front seats | Available | Standard |
| Seat trim | Woven cloth | SynTex available |
| Smart Power Liftgate | Not available | Standard |
| Wireless phone charger | Not available | Standard |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning | Available | Standard |
| Safe Exit Warning | Not available | Standard |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Not available | Standard |
| Panoramic sunroof | Not available | Available |
From Kia's 2027 Sportage compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026.
See our Sportage EX page for that trim.
Sportage LX size and cargo space
| Measurement | 2027 Sportage LX |
|---|---|
| Length / wheelbase | 184.4 in. / 108.5 in. |
| Width | 73.4 in. |
| Height (no roof rails), FWD / AWD | 65.4 / 66.1 in. |
| Ground clearance, FWD / AWD | 7.1 / 8.3 in. |
| Headroom, front / rear | 39.6 / 39.4 in. |
| Legroom, front / rear | 41.4 / 41.3 in. |
| Cargo volume (SAE), behind rear seat / rear seat folded | 39.6 / 74.1 cu. ft. |
| Curb weight (minimum), FWD / AWD | 3,434 / 3,603 lb. |
From Kia's 2027 Sportage compare trims and specs page, read November 9, 2026.
More on the cargo area in our Sportage cargo space guide.
Find a Sportage LX
Search our current new Sportage inventory for an LX, or contact us to order one in the color you want. Inventory changes daily, so contact us to confirm a specific vehicle before you come in.
Buying a Sportage LX at Michigan City Kia
Test drive
Choose a Sportage LX from our new inventory and use its vehicle page to check availability, or contact the sales team. Tell us which one and when you plan to come in.
Value your trade
Get a trade-in value online before you visit with the trade-in form, then have it confirmed in person on the day.
Financing and leasing
Apply for financing online and compare the lease and finance programs on the current offers page. The finance FAQs cover lease vs. buy and credit questions.
Service after the sale
Our service department handles maintenance and warranty work on every Sportage LX. Schedule service online.
Michigan City Kia is at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN 46360. Get directions or contact us to confirm a specific Sportage LX is on the lot before you come in.
Sportage LX FAQ
How much is a 2027 Kia Sportage LX?
Kia lists the 2027 Sportage LX from $28,990 MSRP (kia.com, November 9, 2026). MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license fees, options and dealer charges.
Is the Sportage LX all-wheel drive?
Front-wheel drive is standard. Kia lists all-wheel drive with Terrain Mode as available on the 2027 Sportage LX.
What gas mileage does the Sportage LX get?
EPA estimates for the 2027 Sportage LX are 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined mpg with front-wheel drive and 24 / 30 / 26 with all-wheel drive.
Does the Sportage LX have Apple CarPlay?
Yes. Kia lists wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto as standard on every 2027 Sportage, with a 12.3-inch touchscreen on the LX.
Does the Sportage LX have heated seats?
Not as standard. Kia lists heated front seats as available on the 2027 Sportage LX and standard from the EX up.
What is in the Sportage LX Convenience Package?
Kia lists Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, side mirrors with LED turn signals and a power-adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar as available on the LX Convenience Package.
How much can the Sportage LX tow?
Kia lists 2,500 lb. with trailer brakes and 1,653 lb. without for the 2027 Sportage.
See the Sportage LX at Michigan City Kia
Browse our new Sportage inventory, check this month's Kia offers, or contact us to set up a test drive in Michigan City.
Sources
Prices, fuel economy, specifications and equipment are from Kia's 2027 Sportage compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read on November 9, 2026. Kia notes that MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license fees, options and dealer charges, that the actual price is set by the dealer, and that some features are only available as part of packages.
- 2027 Sportage compare trims and specs (LX, EX, SX, X-Line, SX Prestige, X-Pro Prestige): starting MSRPs, MSRP disclaimer, EPA estimates, equipment by trim, LX Convenience Package notes, dimensions, engine, drivetrain and towing, Kia America, read November 9, 2026
- Dealership address, Michigan City Kia, read November 9, 2026
