KIA Sportage vs Toyota Highlander Comparison

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Things we like	Appealing and cozy interiors Smooth 6-speed Sportmatic transmission Powerful and fuel-efficient engine Read More	All Toyota Safety Sense P(TSS-P) advanced features. Powerful and fuel-efficient V6 engine. Smooth and comfortable ride. Read More
Things we don't like	Average off-road capabilities Comparatively low cargo space Turbo is only available in top grade Read More	Lack of leg-space in the third row Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	11.3:1	--

Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2359 cc	2698 cc
Power	181 hp	185 hp
Torque	237 Nm	249 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	869 L	--
Seating Capacity	5 seats	8 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	62 L	73 L
Length	4481 mm	4889 mm
Ground Clearance	163 mm	--
Width	1854 mm	1925 mm
Height	1646 mm	1730 mm
Wheel Base	2670 mm	2789 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Kerb Weight	1499 Kg	1875 kg
Front Legroom	1054 mm	1123 mm
Rear Legroom	970 mm	975 mm
Front Tread	--	1636 mm
Rear Tread	--	1631 mm
Gross Weight	--	2470 kg
Front Headroom	--	1034 mm
Rear Headroom	--	1013 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Double Wishbone

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	225/60R17	245/60 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R18

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	10.6 m	5.8 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	No	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	No
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.7 L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.7 L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	No	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	--
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	No	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes
Folding Table Rear	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	--
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	Yes	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	No	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	No	--
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	No	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Roof Rail	Optional Optional	No
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Solid Discs Solid Discs	Discs Discs
Power Antenna	--	No
Removable Convertible Top	--	No
Roof Carrier	--	No
Side Stepper	--	No

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	No
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	No
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Projector Projector	Halogen Halogen
Fabric Upholstery	--	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	--	No
Emission Control System	--	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist

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