2027 Kia Sportage for Sale in Bentonville, AR

The 2027 Kia Sportage in Bentonville, AR blends compact-SUV maneuverability with the interior room, technology, and drivetrain choices Northwest Arkansas drivers can put to use every day. Its 187-horsepower gas engine pairs with an eight-speed automatic, while FWD and available AWD configurations let shoppers choose how they want their Sportage equipped. Six gas trims range from the practical LX to the adventure-oriented X-Pro Prestige.

Shoppers comparing Kia's SUV lineup can also explore Kia SUVs in Bentonville, Arkansas.

What’s New for 2027?

The Sportage received a major refresh for 2026, and the supplied source material does not identify another significant redesign for 2027. Instead, the 2027 model continues the recently updated Sportage formula, including its modern cabin technology and broad selection of trims.

Gas-powered shoppers have six choices: LX, EX, SX, X-Line, SX Prestige, and X-Pro Prestige. The lineup moves from everyday essentials into premium technology, additional comfort features, and AWD-focused equipment.

2027 Sportage Highlights:

• Five-passenger compact SUV

• 187-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder

• Eight-speed automatic transmission

• FWD or available AWD

• Six gas-model trims

• Standard 12.3-inch touchscreen

• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

• Up to an EPA-estimated 28 MPG combined on select configurations

For additional background on the model's recent updates, see The 2026 Kia Sportage Is Here at Crain Kia of Bentonville.

A 187-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder provides the foundation for every gas Sportage, working with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The engine also produces 178 lb-ft of torque.

Front-wheel drive is offered across much of the lineup, while AWD is available for shoppers looking for added traction. The X-Line and X-Pro Prestige lean further into that capability with AWD and Terrain Mode, and the X-Pro Prestige adds all-terrain tires.

Performance & Utility Highlights:

• 187 horsepower

• 178 lb-ft of torque

• Eight-speed automatic transmission

• FWD or available AWD

• Available Terrain Mode

• Five-passenger seating

• 60/40-split folding and reclining rear seats

• Dual-level cargo floor

The Sportage surrounds its everyday practicality with a useful collection of standard and available driver-assistance technologies. Standard equipment identified in the supplied research includes forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist.

Moving through the trims adds more assistance. The EX includes blind-spot detection technology, while the SX brings Highway Driving Assist. The SX Prestige adds a 360-degree surround-view monitor along with front, rear, and side parking sensors.

Driver-Assistance Features Include:

• Forward-collision warning

• Automatic emergency braking

• Lane-departure warning

• Lane-keeping assist

• Available blind-spot detection

• Available rear cross-traffic alert

• Available Highway Driving Assist

• Available 360-degree surround-view monitoring

• Available parking sensors

See how these technologies work together in Kia Drive Wise Explained.

Smartphone-friendly technology is built into the Sportage cabin, starting with a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen and wireless connectivity. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto help drivers access compatible maps, music, calls, and apps without plugging in a phone.

The SX takes the digital experience further with dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays with navigation. A Harman Kardon premium audio system is also included on that trim, while wireless charging and additional connected features are available within the lineup.

Technology Highlights:

• 12.3-inch touchscreen

• Wireless Apple CarPlay

• Wireless Android Auto

• Bluetooth connectivity

• Available dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays

• Available navigation

• Available wireless phone charging

• Available Harman Kardon premium audio

• Available over-the-air software updates

For more on pairing a compatible device, read Transform Your Drive: Connect Your Smartphone to Your Kia. Drivers can also learn about Kia over-the-air updates.

The Sportage uses its footprint efficiently, providing generous room for five while leaving plenty of space behind the second row for cargo. Front legroom measures 41.4 inches, while second-row passengers get 41.3 inches.

The supplied specifications list 39.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity with the rear seats upright. Folding the 60/40-split second row expands that space to 74.1 cubic feet.

Interior Highlights:

• Seating for five

• 41.4 inches of front legroom

• 41.3 inches of rear legroom

• 39.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row

• 74.1 cubic feet with the rear seats folded

• Reclining second-row seats

• Available heated front seats

• Available ventilated front seats

• Available panoramic sunroof

The six gas trims allow Sportage shoppers to prioritize everyday value, technology, premium comfort, or AWD capability.

• LX: 17-inch alloy wheels, 12.3-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Smart Key with push-button start, privacy glass, and multiple collision-avoidance and safety-assist features.

• EX: 18-inch alloy wheels, Smart Power Liftgate, power driver's seat, SynTex upholstery, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and blind-spot detection.

• SX: Dual 12.3-inch panoramic displays with navigation, Harman Kardon premium audio, driver's memory seat, and Highway Driving Assist.

• X-Line: AWD with Terrain Mode, high-utility roof rails, panoramic sunroof, black exterior accents, unique 19-inch wheels, and X-Line SynTex seating.

• SX Prestige: 19-inch alloy wheels, LED fog lights, ventilated front seats, power passenger seat, surround-view monitoring, and front, rear, and side parking sensors.

• X-Pro Prestige: AWD with Terrain Mode, 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, heated steering wheel, heated windshield, and alloy sport pedals.

Considering a Sportage Hybrid or Plug-In Hybrid?

Gas isn't the only way to get the versatility of a Sportage. Kia also offers separate Sportage Hybrid and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid models for shoppers interested in electrification.

The Hybrid combines gasoline and electric propulsion without the need for routine plug-in charging. The Plug-in Hybrid uses a larger battery and can complete part of a trip using electric power.

Those models have their own power, efficiency, and equipment specifications, so we'll cover them in detail on their dedicated landing pages. Shoppers interested in the electrified side of the Sportage family can also read about the 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid in Bentonville.

Kia Coverage for Added Confidence

Kia backs the Sportage with a 5-year/60,000-mile limited warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. Complimentary scheduled maintenance is not included in the supplied warranty information.

For more details on Kia coverage, visit What Is the Kia Warranty?.

Explore Your Sportage Financing Options

A six-trim lineup gives shoppers plenty to compare before settling on a Sportage. Once you've chosen the drivetrain and equipment that work for your needs, Crain Kia of Bentonville can help explain available financing approaches.

The dealership's guide to financing a vehicle at Crain Kia of Bentonville provides additional information about the process.

Have a Car You’re Ready to Sell?

Changing vehicles can also mean deciding what to do with the one you currently own. The Crain Buys Cars guide explains the differences between selling and trading a vehicle and gives shoppers another option when planning their next move.

Shop the 2027 Kia Sportage in Bentonville

The Sportage lineup gives compact SUV shoppers room to choose. The LX provides a practical starting point, the SX and SX Prestige add more technology and comfort, and the X-Line and X-Pro Prestige emphasize AWD capability.

Explore the 2027 Kia Sportage at Crain Kia of Bentonville and compare all six gas trims to find the balance of passenger room, cargo versatility, connectivity, and capability that fits your routine. For drivers in Bentonville and nearby Rogers and Bella Vista, the Sportage offers a flexible SUV package well suited to everyday Northwest Arkansas driving.