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May 11 2026,
The 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV comes in three Canadian trims: EX, EX Premium, and SX. Each one builds on the last with a defined set of additional safety and driver-assist features — so buyers who prioritize ADAS can target the exact tier where the features they want appear. This article maps the full safety stack trim by trim, so Newmarket-area shoppers know exactly what they're getting before stepping into the dealership.
All three trims share a common powertrain: a 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder GDI engine paired with a permanent magnet synchronous electric motor delivering 268 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque, a 6-speed automatic transmission, and standard AWD. The safety differences lie entirely in the technology added at each trim tier.
The Sportage PHEV EX is the entry point into the lineup, and it arrives with a thorough standard safety package that covers all the fundamentals.
Active Safety (EX Standard):
Technology (EX Standard):
The EX covers the daily safety requirements that most Ontario drivers rely on — highway lane centering, front collision detection, and automatic braking — without requiring a step up in trim.
EX Premium is where the significant jump in safety capability occurs. It adds a suite of features that directly addresses parking, collision scenarios, and enhanced highway capability.
New Safety Additions at EX Premium:
New Technology Additions at EX Premium:
For Newmarket drivers who spend significant time on the 404, Highway 404 extension, or Highway 9, HDA 2 is the feature that most directly improves the daily drive.
EX vs. EX Premium: Key Safety Differences:
|
Feature |
EX |
EX Premium |
|---|---|---|
|
FCA level |
FCA 1.5 |
FCA 2 |
|
HDA level |
HDA 1 |
HDA 2 |
|
Parking (side sensors) |
Front/Rear only |
Front/Side/Rear |
|
Blind View Monitor |
No |
Yes |
|
Surround View Monitor |
No |
Yes |
|
Parking Collision Avoidance (Reverse) |
No |
Yes |
|
Remote Smart Parking Assist |
No |
Yes |
|
Head-Up Display |
No |
Yes |
|
Harman Kardon Audio |
No |
Yes |
The SX builds on EX Premium and adds further content confirmed in the Sportage PHEV lineup. The SX includes additional exterior and interior premium elements, and carries forward every safety feature from EX Premium as standard. Confirm with the Kia of Newmarket team which specific SX additions apply to your configuration.
If standard collision avoidance, rear occupant detection, and highway lane assist are what you need, the EX handles all of that well. For buyers who want the expanded FCA 2 suite, side parking sensors, HUD, Blind View Monitor, and Surround View Monitor, EX Premium is the practical minimum. No other trim below EX Premium offers these features — they don't appear in pieces at other tiers.
The 2026 Sportage PHEV is already on the road and available now, so there's no waiting involved.
Reach out to Kia of Newmarket to schedule a back-to-back comparison of EX Premium and SX if you're deciding between the two. Our team can walk you through the HUD, demonstrate the Surround View Monitor, and help you confirm which trim fits both your priorities and your budget in Newmarket.
To learn more about the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV, visit Kia.ca
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