Gray 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid on a Mountain at Sunset

Next-Generation 2023 Kia Sportage Adds Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain Option

2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Release Date and Performance Specs 

Are you and your family looking for a fuel-efficient hybrid crossover? The 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is the latest electrified option in the Kia lineup that will deliver the power and fuel economy you need in the Dayton, OH area. Learn more about the latest entry in the 2023 Kis Sportage lineup with this in-depth overview of the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid release date and performance specs created by Matt Castrucci Kia. 



When Will the 2023 Kia Sportage PHEV Be Available in the Dayton Area? 

Are you drawn to the look and the feel of the next-generation 2023 Kia Sportage? You can expect the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid to arrive at Matt Castrucci Kia in the third quarter of 2022. When the 2023 Kia Sportage PHEV arrives at dealerships, it will be available in a pair of bold trim levels – X-Line PHEV AWD and X-Line Prestige PHEV AWD – that feature distinct style cues with 19-inch Gloss Black alloy wheels, Gloss Black exterior accents, the Kia Tiger Nose grille and LED lighting systems. 

Gray 2023 Kia Sportage PHEV Rear Exterior at Sunset
2023 Kia Sportage PHEV Front Interior and Dashboard

What Are the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Power and Performance Specs? 

A perfect blend of power, performance and fuel efficiency, the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid employs a 177-horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gas engine that gets paired with a 66.9-kW electric motor that is powered by a 13.8-kWh lithium-polymer battery. Total horsepower numbers for the Kia Sportage PHEV have not yet been released – but we expect it to be similar to the 261 horsepower provided by the 2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid. Paired with a responsive six-speed automatic transmission, the Kia Sportage PHEV will provide drivers with a 32-mile electric driving range and all-wheel drive capabilities. Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid options will feature a 7.2-kW on-board charger that will fully recharge the battery in about two hours with a Level-2 Charger. 

2023 Kia Sportage PHEV Rear Interior and Panoramic Moonroof
2023 Kia Sportage PHEV Center Console

What Are the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Features and Technology? 

Bold style cues and impressive performance specs are just two aspects of the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid that are sure to impress when you get behind the wheel. The driver-focused cockpit employs a dual panoramic display that includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system that provides access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Additional highlights of the Kia Sportage PHEV equipment list include a Harman Kardon® audio system, a 360-Degree Surround-View Monitor, Kia Connect capabilities and a suite of advanced Kia Drive Wise driver-assist systems. 


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Learn more about the latest hybrid in the Kia lineup with this review of the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid release date and performance specs created by Matt Castrucci Kia. Contact the dealership today to apply for online credit approval and test drive the brand-new Kia Sportage when it arrives!