2025 GMC Acadia vs 2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

$42,900 · Crossover

$39,890 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 GMC Acadia bursts onto the scene with muscular intent, boasting a robust 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, promising assertive on-road presence in its substantial 204.0-inch frame. Contrastingly, the 2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid captivates with efficiency mastery, achieving a remarkable 35 combined MPG and offering 34 miles of all-electric range. While the Acadia offers a beefier power punch and nearly 70 more horsepower, it pays a toll at the pump with just 23 combined MPG. Furthermore, the Kia provides superior practicality despite its smaller footprint, leading in cargo space at 34.5 cubic feet versus the Acadia's 23 cu ft. The Acadia starts higher at $42,900 compared to the Kia's $39,890, setting up a compelling battle between sheer power and advanced, cost-saving hybrid technology.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

The Kia Sportage PHEV wins for commuters due to its significantly higher 35 combined MPG and 34 miles of pure electric driving capability.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 GMC Acadia

The larger 2025 GMC Acadia offers a more commanding road presence and superior passenger volume inherent in its 204.0-inch length, benefiting family hauling.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 GMC Acadia

Automotive thrill-seekers will prefer the Acadia's potent 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, leaving the hybrid system behind for raw output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

The Kia Sportage PHEV offers exceptional efficiency and $3,010 lower entry price, leading to significant long-term fuel savings.

Choose the GMC Acadia if...

You prioritize maximum horsepower, demanding the 328 hp engine for spirited driving.
You require the generous size afforded by the 204.0-inch length and 79.6-inch width.
You prefer the feeling of a more powerful, traditional gasoline drivetrain pushing 326 lb-ft of torque.

Choose the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid if...

Minimizing fuel costs is critical, capitalizing on the 35 combined MPG rating.
You value the flexibility of electric driving with a dedicated 34-mile EV range.
You need the larger maximum cargo capacity of 34.5 cubic feet for gear.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	GMC Acadia	Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid
Length	204.0"	183.5"
Width	79.6"	73.4"
Height	70.1"	66.9"
Wheelbase	120.9"	108.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	GMC	Kia
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Fixed Headrests	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	GMC	Kia
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	1.6 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	328 hp @ 5500 rpm	261 hp
Torque	326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm	258 lb-ft
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	GMC	Kia
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	—	Locking
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	GMC	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/27 MPG	36/35 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	35 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	399.6/388.5 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	88/79 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	84 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	34 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	40
Charging Time (240V)	—	2.0 hr.
Fuel Tank Capacity	—	11.1 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	GMC	Kia
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	GMC	Kia
Infotainment Display	15.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	12	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	GMC	Kia
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass Extended

Frontseats

Feature	GMC	Kia
Front Head Room	42.6 in.	37.8 in.
Front Leg Room	44.3 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	57.5 in.
Front Hip Room	59.2 in.	54.8 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	GMC	Kia
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.5 in.	39.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	55.6 in.
Rear Hip Room	58.4 in.	53.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	GMC	Kia
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	19 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/65R18	235/55R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	—

Suspension

Feature	GMC	Kia
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	GMC	Kia
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	—
EV Battery Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 GMC Acadia and 2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid.

How much more power does the Acadia have over the Sportage PHEV?

The 2025 GMC Acadia generates 328 horsepower, which is a substantial 67 horsepower more than the 2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid's 261 hp rating. This power advantage is paired with higher torque, 326 lb-ft versus 258 lb-ft.

Which crossover saves more money on gas in the long run?

The Kia Sportage PHEV is the clear winner for fuel savings, boasting 35 combined MPG compared to the Acadia's 23 combined MPG. Additionally, the Kia's 34-mile electric range allows for significant emission-free city driving.

Is the Kia's smaller size a major drawback for hauling?

Despite being physically shorter at 183.5 inches versus the Acadia's 204.0 inches, the Sportage PHEV surprisingly wins on outright utility, offering 34.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity versus the Acadia's 23 cubic feet.

What is the direct price difference between these two models?

The 2025 GMC Acadia carries an MSRP of $42,900, making it $3,010 more expensive than the 2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid starting at $39,890.

Does the driving dynamics difference favor one model?

Yes; the Acadia emphasizes raw power for acceleration, while the Kia offers All-Wheel Drive grip and the smooth, instant torque delivery unique to its hybrid system.

What fuel type is required for both vehicles?

Fortunately, both the powerful 2025 GMC Acadia and the efficient 2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid are designed to run optimally on regular unleaded gasoline.