Review - Kia’s Off-Pavement-Capable 2026 Sportage X-Pro Prestige Gives Subaru’s Forester a Run For Its Money In a Very Competitive Segment

2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige Review

The 2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige is a strong competitor in the compact crossover SUV segment, giving Subaru's Forester a run for its money.

During testing, the Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige drew comparisons to the Subaru Forester, one of the favorite compact crossover SUVs. The Sportage is Kia's model competing in the same segment as the RAV4, CR-V, Forester, and Bronco Sport.

The question arose,

“Is this Sportage X-Pro Prestige a better crossover than the Subaru Forester Limited or Wilderness?”
This comparison highlights the strengths of the Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige and what it offers that the Forester cannot.

Kia has provided the New England Motor Press Association with notable support, and the 2026 Sportage X-Pro Prestige did not disappoint.

Author's Summary

Kia's 2026 Sportage X-Pro Prestige is a compelling alternative to Subaru's Forester.

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Torque News Torque News — 2025-10-20