Is The 2026 Kia Sportage a Safe SUV?

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Is it time to get behind the wheel of a new SUV? At Cable Dahmer Kia we can help with that. Serving the Lee’s Summit and surrounding Kansas City area, we take pride in our diverse selection of inventory. This includes the 2026 Kia Sportage, which has long been popular among our customers. But what are the Kia Sportage's safety features?

Standard Safety Features

The 2026 Kia Sportage comes with an impressive array of standard safety features that ensure driver and passenger safety at no additional cost. Key standard features include:

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA): This system warns the driver of potential collisions with objects in front of the vehicle and can automatically apply the brakes to prevent or mitigate an accident.
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA): It helps the driver stay within their lane by providing gentle steering corrections if the vehicle begins to drift without a turn signal.
Driver Attention Warning: This feature alerts the driver if it detects signs of fatigue or inattention, promoting safer driving habits.
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA): This assists in warning the driver of traffic approaching from the sides while reversing.
High Beam Assist: Automatically adjusts headlight range depending on the traffic conditions to avoid blinding other drivers.

These features are complemented by a suite of airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), and a robust vehicle structure that has earned the 2026 Sportage top safety ratings from various institutions.

Available Safety Features

For those looking to enhance their vehicle's safety capabilities, the 2026 Kia Sportage offers additional features that can be included through higher trim levels or optional packages:

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA): Available on higher trims, this feature alerts you to vehicles in your blind spot and can intervene with corrective steering to help avoid a potential collision.
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go: This adaptive cruise control system adjusts the vehicle's speed to maintain a safe distance from the car ahead and can bring the vehicle to a stop in traffic conditions.
Surround View Monitor: Available in higher trims like the X-Line Limited, this system provides a 360-degree bird’s-eye view of the vehicle, greatly enhancing parking ease and safety.
Highway Driving Assist: Combines the functions of adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist to provide a more relaxed driving experience on highways.

The 2026 Kia Sportage also offers optional safety features such as a navigation-based smart cruise control that adjusts speed based on road conditions and a more advanced collision avoidance system that includes pedestrian, cyclist, and junction-turning detection, enhancing the comprehensiveness of the safety package.

Visit our Lee's Summit Kia Dealership

Want to experience the safety features of the 2026 Kia Sportage? At our store, we can help with that. Visit us today to test drive this Kia SUV and see why it may be the right option for you.

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