Comparison - Kia Sportage X-Pro 2023 - vs - Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Inscription 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kia KX5

Also called:

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Make: 
Average Price: 
$
36,615
Updated: 
23 Jul 2023
$
69,750
Updated: 
28 Oct 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2023
2021
Total Seating: 
5
7
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.30gals
18.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Ebony Black
#191919
Steel Gray
#8F8F91
Snow White Pearl
#EEEFEF
Sapphire Blue
#1849BB
Dawning Red
#BC2026
Jungle Green
#65695B
Color: 
Crystal White Metallic
#CBD0D3
Denim Blue Metallic
#5D7A8B
Bright Silver Metallic
#E2E2E2
Onyx Black Metallic
#010101
Savile Grey Metallic
#627C8B
Ice White
#FBFDFE
Thunder Grey Metallic
#586377
Pebble Grey Metallic
#938E88
Pine Grey Metallic
#393B37
Birch Light Metallic
#DADADA

Electric

Battery: 
11.6 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
18mi
Full Charge Time: 
EPA time to charge battery (at 240V) is 3.0 hr.
Top Speed: 
140mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
4.90s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Pros
Spacious cabin,
forgiving ride,
generous list of standard and optional tech features.

Cons
Four-cylinder could use a bit more power,
boring driving dynamics,
exterior styling isn't for everyone.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Stylish, quiet and high-tech interior
Roomy seating and a huge cargo area
Added off-road capability with X-Pro trim

Cons
Standard engine supplies leisurely acceleration
Subpar fuel economy from this engine too

By: 
edmunds.com

Volvo makes a number of minor changes to the 2021 XC90 lineup. Every model now comes standard with front parking sensors, LED headlights that turn with the steering wheel, high-pressure headlight washers, wireless charging, two USB-C ports on the back of the center console, and the company's Care Key, which allows an owner to set limitations on the vehicle's top speed. The plug-in-hybrid T8 is now branded with the Recharge moniker..

Pros
Stunning styling inside and out,
impressive list of features,
quick plug-in hybrid.

Cons
Coarse-sounding gas engines,
harsh ride on rough roads,
plug-in hybrid isn't as efficient as rivals.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Low-key luxury lies in the 2021 Volvo XC90’s serene cockpit, in its strong acceleration, and in its gray-wool confines.

Pros
Proudly Scandinavian, inside and out
Simple and sophisticated interior
Tablet-like touchscreen
Lots of models and trims
Great safety record and standard active tech

Cons
Base powertrain lacks potency
Some flimsy materials in the cabin
Not a performance SUV

By: 
thecarconnection.com

T8 plug-in hybrid model now known as Recharge.Minor changes to standard feature availability.

PROS
Elegant interior and exterior styling
Spacious second- and third-row seating
Hybrid powertrain provides strong acceleration and high fuel economy
Many standard safety tech features

CONS
Some touchscreen controls can be hard to use
Voice controls don't recognize natural speech very well

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
23.00mpg
26.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
28.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.50L
2.00L
Torque: 
178ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
472ft-lbs
at 2 200rpm
Horsepower: 
187hp
at 6 100rpm
400hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.60Feet
39.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless ignition
Leather steering wheel
Heated steering wheel
Turn signal in mirrors
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Cargo floor mats
cooled storage compartment
Keyless Ignition
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Leather And Alloy Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
183.50in
195.00in
Width: 
73.40in
79.10in
Height: 
66.90in
69.90in
Ground Clearance: 
8.30in
9.40in
Front Track: 
63.80in
65.70in
Rear Track: 
64.10in
65.80in
Wheel Base: 
108.50in
117.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
37.80
38.90
Rear Head Room: 
38.00
38.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.40in
40.90in
Rear leg room: 
41.30in
37.00in
Front Hip Room: 
54.80in
56.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.50in
57.70in
Rear Hip Room: 
53.40in
56.50in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.60in
56.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
74.10cu.ft
85.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
2500lbs
5000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
39.60cu.ft
15.80cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
19.90degrees
Angle of Departure: 
26.60degrees
Curb Weight: 
3834.00lbs
5099.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass extended moonroof
Heated mirrors
4 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors
hands-free entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
8-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment
Multi-level heating passenger seat
10 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Premium Leather
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power passenger seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Reclining rear seats
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Suspension

Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Rear ventilation ducts
Dual zone front climate control
Keyless ignition
Turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Four zone climate control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
8 total speakers
Harman/kardon premium brand speakers
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB connection
USB with external media control
400 watts stereo output
USB connection
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
600 Watts Stereo Output
14 total speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
1 Subwoofer(S)
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers
Lip Spoiler
Deep Tinted Glass
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Privacy glass
Speed sensitive wipers
Power glass sunroof
Fixed glass rear sunroof
Speed sensitive wipers
Roof rack
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17 x 7.0 in
20 X 8.0 In.
Wheels more: 
Temporary spare tire
Inside mounted spare tire
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
65
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated discs
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear solid disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Rear center 3-point belt
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Pre-collision safety system
Lane keep assist
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Turn signal mirrors
Rear height adjustable headrests
blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Cornering lights
Remote anti-theft alarm system
LED Headlamp
self-leveling headlights
pre-collision safety system
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
High Pressure Washers Headlamps

Options

Packages: 
Advanced Package
Lounge Package
Protection Package
Climate Package
Polestar
Protection Package Premier
Exterior Options: 
Foldable Trailer Hitch W/Ball And Ball Holder
21" 8-Multi Spoke Black Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
Bumper Cover - Stainless Steel
21" 10-Spoke Silver Wheel W/All-Season Tires
Front And Rear Mud Flaps
22" 6-Spoke Black Wheel W/Summer Tires
Running Boards
Load Bars
Interior Options: 
Grocery Bag Holder
Air Quality W/Advanced Air Cleaner
Integrated Center Booster Cushion 2nd Row
Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound System
Eyeglass Holder
Illuminated Door Plate
Luggage Cover

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Blond, premium leather
#C1C0BE
Charcoal, premium leather
#464648
Amber, premium leather
#855E45
Slate, premium leather
#484848
Maroon Brown, premium leather
#645552
Midnight Zinc, Sueded Microfiber
#FFFFFF