2026 Kia Sportage Safety Ratings

The 2026 Kia Sportage earned a 5-star overall NHTSA NCAP safety rating. NHTSA tests cover frontal crash, side crash, and rollover resistance. Per-trim scores and active safety features (ESC, FCW, LDW) are listed below. For the specific VIN's open recalls and accident history, see vincheck.it.com/recalls and vincheck.it.com/check-vin.

The 2026 Kia Sportage earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating based on government crash tests. NHTSA's NCAP program tests frontal impact, side impact, and rollover resistance using standardized procedures, with star ratings reflecting occupant protection.

2026 KIA SPORTAGE SUV N/A AWD

Overall5 / 5
Overall front crash5 / 5
Front crash, driver side5 / 5
Front crash, passenger side5 / 5
Overall side crash5 / 5
Side crash, driver side5 / 5
Side crash, passenger side5 / 5
Side pole crash5 / 5
Rollover4 / 5
Rollover possibility16.9%
Electronic stability controlStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Lane departure warningStandard

2026 KIA SPORTAGE SUV N/A FWD

Overall5 / 5
Overall front crash5 / 5
Front crash, driver side5 / 5
Front crash, passenger side5 / 5
Overall side crash5 / 5
Side crash, driver side5 / 5
Side crash, passenger side5 / 5
Side pole crash5 / 5
Rollover4 / 5
Rollover possibility16.9%
Electronic stability controlStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Lane departure warningStandard

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Kia Sportage?

The 2026 Kia Sportage has an overall NHTSA NCAP rating of 5 stars based on government crash testing. NHTSA tests cover frontal crash, side crash, and rollover resistance.

Is the 2026 Kia Sportage safer than competitors?

Compare the 2026 Kia Sportage's 5-star overall rating to similar Kia models below. Higher star ratings reflect better occupant protection in standardized federal crash tests.

Does the 2026 Kia Sportage have crash test data for all trims?

NHTSA tests representative trims and applies the rating to the broader configuration. Specific trims with different airbag, seat, or structural designs may differ — see the per-trim breakdown.

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