Having enough room to stretch out and get comfortable is a sure way to enjoy a better drive. This is especially true when you have friends and family joining you. While both models have seating for five, the Kia Sportage has an edge with its expanded passenger area. Passengers in the back seat will have significantly more room in key areas, leading to happier riders.

	Kia Sportage	Toyota RAV4
Headroom (1st/2nd Row)	39.6/39.4 in.	37.7/39.5 in.
Legroom (1st/2nd Row)	41.4/41.3 in.	41/37.8 in.
Hip Room (1st/2nd Row)	54.8/53.4 in.	54.3/47.7 in.

If you have oversized cargo to transport, the Kia Sportage lets you stow more of it. You’ll have up to 74.1 cubic feet of volume for boxes, furniture, and other large gear. The RAV4 only offers a maximum of 69.8 cubic feet.

When you have a long drive ahead, your vehicle must go above and beyond to keep you comfy. Along with ample size, you’ll need features that cater to your needs and keep you energized and comfortable. Each model offers available features like dual-zone automatic climate control, heated steering wheels, and heated and ventilated front seats for extra comfort. As the driver, you deserve even more, and that’s what the Kia Sportage offers.

The available 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat lets you find your ideal position before starting your trip. It even includes 2-way lumbar support to reduce fatigue and 2-position memory to save your preferences. While the RAV4 has power-adjustable seats, they don’t offer as many positions.

Thanks to external sensors and smart computing, modern vehicles offer safer driving than ever before. Driver-assistive technologies work with your safe driving habits for an extra layer of confidence. The Kia Sportage and the RAV4 share many similar features in their standard collections of tech. Systems they have in common include:

• High Beam Assist
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Available Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

A solid foundation of driver-assistive technology is a good start, though having more is always better. The Kia Sportage also includes Driver Attention Warning, which tracks your behavior while you drive. If you show signs of distraction or fatigue, you’ll receive a notification so you can pull over for some rest. This helpful feature is only found in the Kia Sportage.

The Kia Sportage also offers available Safe Exit Warning for reassurance in the city. If traffic is approaching, you’ll be alerted to stay in your seat until it passes. Once the alert is over, you can safely step out and continue your day. The RAV4 does not have a similar feature.

Each model has various apps, settings, and other features through their respective infotainment systems. They also offer premium available systems that expand their capabilities, whether that be through easy phone pairing or built-in navigation. A convenient command center makes controlling all these features more accessible, and Kia technology makes it better.

The upgraded Kia Sportage infotainment system boasts a 12.3-inch touchscreen display. This screen displays maps, menus, preferences, and more in crisp definition that’s easy to glance at and control while you’re behind the wheel. Inside the RAV4, you’ll only find a 10.5-inch screen.

Wireless connection lets anyone take command of your road trip’s playlist. Streaming your favorite artists will make your epic adventure more memorable, especially when family and friends are along with you. If you value your music, a premium audio system is a must.

The Kia Sportage is home to the available Harman Kardon® Premium Surround Sound audio system. It uses specialty speakers designed by audio experts for richer sound and dynamic performance. Kia and Harman Kardon® make an excellent pair for a fun-filled journey—you won’t find Harman Kardon® audio in the RAV4.