Can the 2024 Kia Sportage compete with the more expensive Mazda CX-5? Let’s take a look at some key areas of both vehicles and compare if a higher price means higher quality, or if the Kia knows something other manufacturers don’t.
Key Takeaways
- Both vehicles have similar engines, but the Sportage has better fuel efficiency.
- Both vehicles offer remote start around the same price point with Kia being on the cheaper side.
- Kia starts at a more affordable price.
Does the 2024 Kia Sportage have a remote start?
Yes, the 2024 Kia Sportage has a remote start. Starting on the EX trim, the Kia Sportage features a smart key with push button, and remote start.
Does the 2024 Mazda CX-5 have a remote start?
Yes, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 has a remote start. Starting on the base trim the CX-5 has Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System.
While it may seem that the CX-5 has the edge when it comes to remote start being available across all trims. When you look at the prices of the trims featuring remote start, it paints a different picture. Kia knows that sometimes you want just a new vehicle without all the bells and whistles, and they give you that option, but they also allow you to have the same features as their competitors at better prices.
Is there going to be a 2024 Kia Sportage?
Yes, there will be a 2024 Kia Sportage. For 2024 it comes in 7 trims, starting at $27,190. The trims include:
- LX starting at $27,190
- EX starting at $29,190
- X-Line AWD starting at $31,990
- SX starting at $32,690
- SX Prestige starting at $34,690
- Sportage X-Pro starting at $36,190
- Sportage X-Pro Prestige starting at $37,990
The LX is the starting point for the Kia Sportage, featuring a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The Sportage also features selectable drive modes picking between normal, smart, and sport modes. Each of these modes enhance certain capabilities of your vehicle. Sport gives you firmer handling, Normal is your everyday mode making for a smoother ride, and Smart gives your vehicle a boost when it comes to fuel efficiency.
Is there going to be a 2024 Mazda CX-5?
Yes, there will be a 2024 Mazda CX-5 and it will be available in 8 trims, starting at $29,300. The trims include:
- 2.5 S Select starting at $29,300
- 2.5 S Preferred starting at $30,650
- 2.5 S Carbon Edition starting at $31,950
- 2.5 S Premium starting at $33,900
- 2.5 S Premium Plus starting at $36,500
- 2.5 Carbon Turbo starting at $37,000
- 2.5 Turbo Premium starting at $37,800
- 2.5 Turbo Signature starting at $40,600
The 2.5 Select features a 2.5L 4-cylinder and a 6-speed automatic cylinder with manual shift and sport mode.
While both vehicles have a similar engine, the Sportage has a slightly upgraded transmission and more driving modes for you to pick from instead of just the sport mode that the Mazda CX-5 offers.
What is the mpg on a 2024 Kia Sportage?
The 2024 Kia Sportage boasts a combined EPA rating of 28 mpg which breaks down to 25 city miles and 33 highway miles.
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 has a combined EPA rating of 25 mpg which breaks down to 23 city miles and 29 highway miles.
Despite having the same engine, the Kia Sportage offers more miles per gallon, giving it an edge over the CX-5.
Summary
When it comes to price and features, there’s one winner and that’s the 2024 Kia Sportage, stop by Alan Jay Kia today and schedule your test drive.