How does the 2022 Toyota RAV4 compare to the 2022 Kia Sportage?

Trying to figure out which compact SUV is going to be the right fit for your drive time? You’ve got plenty of options on the market (including here at Toyota of Clermont) – this segment is one of the hottest and most popular things to buy right now. However, too many choices can be overwhelming and our Clermont Toyota dealership is here to help you whittle down the options – were comparing the 2022 Toyota RAV4 to the 2022 Kia Sportage.

See how the 2022 Kia Sportage stacks up against the 2022 Toyota RAV4

First, let’s discuss performance – we know it can be a deal-breaker for some drivers. Here’s the breakdown of how the 2022 Toyota RAV4 compares to the 2022 Kia Sportage in this arena.

• The 2022 Toyota RAV4 outperforms the 2022 Kia Sportage when it comes to horsepower – its 2.5L 4-cylinder engine gets 22 more horsepower and is also faster. It’s faster than the Kia Sportage in the 0-30, 0-60, 45-65, and quarter mile speed tests.
• It’s also more fuel-efficient. The FWD model gets 27/35 mpg in comparison to the Sportage’s 23.30 mpg, and the AWD model gets 27/34 mpg compared to the Sportage’s 22/26 mpg.
• The 2022 Toyota RAV4 additionally offers an automatic engine start/stop system – this is when the engine turns off at stoplights, in traffic, etc. to conserve fuel and cut down on emissions.
• This Orlando Toyota has a shorter stopping distance than its Kia competition – 161 feet compared to 174 feet for coming to a complete stop from 70 mph.
• Further, the Toyota RAV4’s standard 8-speed automatic transmission is better for acceleration and a smoother ride, while the Kia Sportage only has a 6-speed automatic transmission under the hood.
• You’ll be able to tow more in this Orlando Toyota, too. It can tow up to 3,500 lbs behind it while the Kia competition maxes out at 2,000 lbs.

The new Toyota RAV4 also surpasses the Kia Sportage in terms of safety. It offers advantages like standard front AND rear seatbelt pretensioners, a driver’s side knee airbag, a standard secondary collision brake to prevent further collisions in an accident, parking assist with automatic braking, and Safety Connect Services with GPS tracking. It also brings an optional Bird’s Eye View camera into the picture, something that the Kia competition doesn’t offer.

Further, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 performed better in NHTSA tests including the side-impact and refined side-impact tests, and the 35 mph front crash tests.

What about comfort? The 2022 Toyota RAV4 has some obvious advantages when compared to its Kia competition, including:

• Power memory seats, a power parking brake with power and automatic release, and one-touch up-down power front and rear windows.
• Some models that offer automatic windshield wipers (on the Kia, you have to manually adjust them yourself)
• More front headroom and shoulder room, as well as more rear headroom and shoulder room
• More cargo space in the rear. With the back seats up, it offers 37.6 cubic feet of cargo space vs. the Kia’s 30.7, and with the back seats down it offers 69.8 cubic feet vs. the Kia’s 60.1 cubic feet.

And let’s not forget about value and reliability. Consumer Reports reported that Toyota (ranked 2nd) is a more reliable brand than Kia (ranked 15th), and this particular Orlando Toyota offers much better resale value than its Kia counterpart. Here are a few other things to consider:

• You’ll get 2 years or 25,000 miles of no-cost car maintenance in a new Toyota RAV4; the Kia Sportage offers no free maintenance.
• According to the CarBook and IntelliChoice, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 is cheaper to own. It offers cheaper repairs and more affordable fuel, fees, insurance, maintenance, financing, and less depreciation.
• It also has a 5-year corrosion warranty with no mileage limits, while the Kia Sportage maxes out at 100,000 miles.

Make this new Toyota yours at Toyota of Clermont

Why not see for yourself? Take the 2022 Toyota RAV4 for a test drive at Toyota of Clermont today. We’re open seven days a week at 16851 State Road 50, just west of the Florida Turnpike.

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