2023 FIAT 500X vs. 2025 Kia Sportage Review

Picture of the 2023 FIAT 500X

2023 FIAT
500X

MSRP*: $30,245 to $33,275
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Sportage

2025 Kia
Sportage

MSRP*: $27,190 to $38,090
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MPG - City 24 MPG 23 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG 26 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 39.8 ft3 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 177-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 177 hp 187 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 167.2 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage than in the FIAT 500X, due to its greater head- and legroom. The FIAT 500X offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
With the Kia Sportage, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the FIAT 500X, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the FIAT 500X will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Sportage.

Dimensions
Since the FIAT 500X is much slimmer than the Kia Sportage, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the FIAT 500X, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Kia Sportage.

Handling
The FIAT 500X has a smaller turning radius than the Kia Sportage, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the FIAT 500X, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia Sportage. The FIAT 500X has a little less horsepower than the Kia Sportage.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the FIAT 500X transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Kia Sportage.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the FIAT 500X and the Kia Sportage. The FIAT 500X has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Sportage.