Premium Comfort · 2026 Kia Sportage
Sportage SX
FWD Only · From $34,290 MSRP*
Leather-appointed seats, a panoramic sunroof, and an optional Harman Kardon premium audio system turn the SX into a smart, budget-friendly route to a fully-loaded Sportage — front-wheel drive only. Every new Sportage from Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg, right on US-98, comes with upfront pricing and factory warranty.
$34,290MSRP — FWD only
Leatherappointed seating
Panoramicsunroof
Harman Kardonpremium audio, available
FWDonly, no AWD option
187 hp2.5L GDI · 8-spd auto
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What SX Adds Over X-Line
This is the plushest FWD-only Sportage in the range, trading the X-Line’s adventure look for extra comfort and audio.
Seating
Leather-Appointed
A real upgrade in material quality over the X-Line’s cloth/SynTex combo.
Comfort
Panoramic Sunroof
The open-air glass roof stretches back almost to the rear seat.
Audio
Harman Kardon Available
This is the first tier in the lineup where Kia’s premium 8-speaker Harman Kardon setup can be added.
Drivetrain
FWD Only
No AWD here — the SX puts its budget toward comfort and value on pavement instead.
SX Specs
Powertrain & Capability
Engine2.5L GDI — 187 hp / 178 lb-ft
Transmission8-Speed Automatic
DrivetrainFWD Only
EPA MPG (city/hwy/comb)25 / 33 / 28
Max Towing2,000–2,500 lb
Standard Equipment
SeatingLeather-Appointed
SunroofPanoramic
AudioHarman Kardon, Available
DrivetrainFWD Only
Where SX Fits
Choose SX for a fully-loaded, FWD-only cabin priced below the AWD-capable SX Prestige.
SX
MSRP*$34,290
DrivetrainFWD Only
HeadlineLeather-Appointed
SX Prestige
MSRP*$36,290 FWD / $38,090 AWD
DrivetrainFWD Standard, AWD +$1,800
HeadlineNavigation
Choose SX If…
You’re a pavement-only driver who wants leather, a panoramic sunroof, and optional premium audio without paying SX Prestige money.
Choose X-Line or SX Prestige Instead If…
Maybe you need standard AWD with adventure-ready styling (X-Line), or you want navigation, ventilated seats, and optional AWD (SX Prestige).
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SX Questions, Answered
What Does the 2026 Kia Sportage SX Cost?⌄
Pricing on the 2026 Kia Sportage SX opens at $34,290, before the $1,445 destination charge. Check live SX inventory for today’s actual transaction price with current offers factored in.
What Does the SX Add Over the X-Line?⌄
Leather-appointed seating, a panoramic sunroof, and an optional Harman Kardon premium audio system come together in the richest FWD-only Sportage trim.
What Engine Does the SX Have, and How Much Can It Tow?⌄
Under the hood is Kia’s 187-hp 2.5L GDI four-cylinder paired with an 8-speed automatic, rated 25 / 33 / 28 MPG city/hwy/combined. Depending on configuration, it can tow up to 2,000–2,500 pounds.
Where’s the Nearest Sportage SX Dealer to Hattiesburg, MS?⌄
Dean McCrary Kia is right on US-98 in Hattiesburg, where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 all converge, keeping the Sportage SX in stock for buyers across Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties, including Petal, Oak Grove, and Columbia. Every new Sportage comes with upfront pricing and factory warranty.
We’ve Got Your Sportage SX In Stock
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*MSRP does not include the $1,445 destination and handling charge, taxes, title, license, or dealer fees. All pricing and offers are subject to change; see dealer for details.
Looking for a 2026 Kia Sportage SX Near Hattiesburg, MS?
Dean McCrary Kia is proudly part of Hattiesburg’s Hub City, right where US-98 meets the convergence of I-59, US-49, and US-11, and keeps the 2026 Sportage SX on hand for buyers throughout the Pine Belt — from Petal and Oak Grove to Purvis, Columbia, and Sumrall. Priced from $34,290 MSRP, the SX combines the standard 187-hp 2.5L GDI engine and 8-speed automatic with leather-appointed seating, a panoramic sunroof, and optional Harman Kardon premium audio, offered in front-wheel drive.