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Refreshed and redesigned, the 2026 Kia Sportage is making waves in Houston, Texas, bringing this compact SUV’s reputation to new heights. With class-leading interior space, a more rugged design, a more luxurious and tech-forward cabin, and robust towing and off-road capability, the Sportage is ready to elevate your daily drives and weekend adventures. Add in Kia's industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile warranty, and you have a vehicle that delivers both style and peace of mind. Striking Design and Unmatched Comfort The 2026 Kia Sportage makes a statement with its modern exterior design. From the bold vertical LED headlights to the available 19” alloy wheels, and brawny X-Line and X-Pro trim designs, every detail has been crafted to turn heads. Inside, you'll find a spacious cabin with class-leading 2 nd -row legroom of 41.3 inches, as well as a class-leading 39.6 cu. ft. of cargo space with the rear seats still up, making it perfect for families or anyone who needs extra room for their gear. Fold the rear seats down and enjoy over 74 cu. ft. of space with a dual-level cargo floor. The available panoramic sunroof adds an open-air feel, while options like heated and ventilated front seats ensure comfort in every season. Advanced Technology for a Connected Drive Stay connected and entertained on the go with the 2026 Kia Sportage's cutting-edge technology. The available dual panoramic display combines two 12.3” screens for navigation, entertainment, and driving information. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ make it easy to integrate your smartphone, while the available Harman Kardon® premium audio system delivers an immersive listening experience. Voice assistant, over-the-air updates, and features like wireless charging and Kia's Digital Key 2.0 ensure you're always ready to hit the road. Performance That Inspires Confidence Whether you're navigating city streets or exploring off-road trails, the 2026 Kia Sportage is built to handle it all. Available all-wheel drive with Multi-Terrain Mode optimizes performance for snow, sand, or mud, giving you confidence in any condition. The 2026 Kia Sportage with its standard 2.5L inline4 engine makes 187 hp and 178 lbs.ft. of torque. This enables a solid 2,500-lb. towing capacity and quick acceleration. With up to 8.3 inches of ground clearance and brawny all-terrain tires on select trims like the X-Pro Prestige, the Sportage is ready for your next adventure. Safety You Can Rely On Safety is a top priority in the 2026 Kia Sportage. Equipped with standard Auto Emergency Braking Technology and Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, this SUV helps protect you and your passengers on every journey. The available 360° Surround View Monitor makes parking a breeze, while Highway Driving Assist ensures a smoother ride on long trips. It's no wonder the Sportage earned the prestigious IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating for models built after May 2025. Visit Bayway Kia in Houston, TX Ready to experience the 2026 Kia Sportage for yourself? Bayway Kia in Houston, TX, is here to help you find the perfect trim to match your lifestyle. With options ranging from the well-equipped LX to the adventure-ready X-Pro Prestige, there's a Sportage for everyone. Stop by our dealership today to take a test drive and see why this SUV is turning heads across Texas.

Experience the 2026 Kia EV9, a phenomenal EV SUV for drivers looking for an affordable, long-range electric vehicle. Perfect for commuting and running errands, this family-oriented EV SUV has everything you need to enjoy your time on the road. The 2026 EV9 paint colors are Panthera Metal, Glacial White Pearl, Ebony Black, and Ivory Silver. Upper trims like the Land AWD have additional colors like Ocean Blue, Road Rider Brown, and Wolf Gray. If you go for the super sporty GT-Line AWD, you can also opt for two-tone colors like Wolf Gray/Ebony Black or Glacial White Pearl/Ebony Black. The EV9 extends its stylish design to the cabin trim and seating. Black and Dark Gray SynTex upholstery is a standard option for the lower trims, with upper models introducing more elevated SynTex options with embossed, quilted stripes, or a GT-Line exclusive design. The color options for the seating material on upper trims are Dark Gray and Light Gray, Light Gray and Black, or Black and Brown. Efficiency The Light RWD starts the vehicle lineup with an estimated all-electric range of 230 miles. This model has an exceptional efficiency of 101 MPGe in the city, 76 MPGe on the highway, and 88 MPGe combined. The model with the longest range is the Light Long Range RWD, which can travel 305 miles on a full charge. The AWD models all have an estimated electric range of around 280 to 283 miles. Driver Assistance Kia is leading the charge for advanced driver assistance software with sophisticated standard technology like blind spot collision avoidance assist, driver attention warning, and rear cross-traffic collision warning. This model is equipped with Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 2, which can detect frontal collisions with pedestrians, bicyclists, and other motorists during junction turning, junction crossing, lane changes, and more. This system even helps with evasive steering to mitigate an accident. Convenience The EV9 is typically a seven-passenger model, although the Land AWD and GT-Line AWD models have standard six-passenger seating. Key convenience features include a Smart Key with push-button ignition, rain-detecting front windshield wipers, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and heated, power-adjustable side mirrors with LED turn signals. Upper trims upgrade the auto-dimming mirror with HomeLink technology. This model comes with Quiet Mode and Passenger Talk to refine the cabin environment. Quiet Mode can mute the audio system for second and third-row riders, while Passenger Talk allows front-row riders to communicate with the back via an in-cabin microphone system. This EV SUV is also equipped with a three-zone automatic climate system with automatic de-fog to keep the inside glass crystal clear. The latest EV9 is a competitive three-row SUV ideally suited for large families that spend a lot of time on the road. Ask about finance offers at Bayway Kia in Houston, TX.

The 2025 Kia Seltos is a fantastic model if you need an SUV that is compact enough for urban living and agile enough for weekend adventures. The family-friendly Seltos has a five-passenger seating capacity and thoughtful, practical features to meet your daily needs. One of the most attractive things about the 2025 Seltos is its fuel economy. This small SUV gets 28 MPG in urban settings, 34 MPG on the interstate, and 31 MPG combined. This model is equipped with a 2.0-liter I4 engine with an output of 146 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. A front-wheel drivetrain lends itself to smooth and even suburban handling. The Seltos has a dedicated cargo volume of 26.6 cubic feet when all seats are upright, so there's enough room for sports equipment, groceries, and luggage without reducing the seating capacity. With only the front seats upright, the maximum cargo space is 62.8 cubic feet. Exterior Features This SUV is ready for performing in inclement weather with standard front fog lights, which are designed to sit lower on the front of the SUV and cut through misty driving conditions. The Seltos has automatic on/off projector halogen headlights, daytime running lights, and LED brake lights. This model also has lightweight 17-inch alloy wheels with a steel spare tire. Interior Features This Kia SUV is equipped with a 10.25-inch infotainment unit that can stream audio through traditional radio, HD radio, satellite radio, and smartphone-linked devices. The infotainment touchscreen has an integrated navigation system with voice recognition technology so you can input directions hands-free. A six-speaker audio system is standard. This model comes with six-way manually adjustable front bucket seats, a leather steering wheel, and a manually reclining or folding 60/40 bench seat. The seat upholstery is finished with cloth and artificial leather. The automatic air conditioning system keeps the entire cabin climate comfortable. The cabin also features a full floor console with built-in storage, a day/night rearview mirror, and a concealed storage area beneath the cargo deck. Safety Features The Seltos has smart safety features like a driver attention monitor, forward collision avoidance system, and a blind spot collision avoidance monitor. The driver attention monitor will alert you if distracted driving is detected or if the system recommends a break. The standard cruise control system can be toggled on or off using the steering wheel-mounted controls. This Kia is also capable of an emergency SOS beacon to contact emergency services in case of an accident. The Kia Seltos is a practical compact SUV with thoughtful features and a competitive fuel economy. If you think this suburban-friendly SUV is right for you, reserve your model at Bayway Kia in Houston, TX today.

If you're looking for a vehicle that's reliable, powerful, and comes with plenty of convenience amenities, it's difficult to beat the 2026 Kia Sportage. This ride comes with an impressive build, space for five people, and all the best safety features you would expect from a modern ride. Built for Excellence These vehicles have an inspired build with plenty of functional touches that make driving a joy. With 187 total horsepower and an eight-speed automatic transmission, you can climb any mountain. Choose between three different drive modes, including Normal, MyDrive, and Sport, to tailor your experience once you're up there, and rest assured that the anti-lock braking system allows you to stop on a dime as needed. Additional features include LED projector headlights for unparalleled visibility, even in tricky weather or on unlit roads, and a rear window wiper that gives you a crystal-clear view of what's happening behind your vehicle. Electronic stability control and the vehicle stability management system make sure that you're gliding along smoothly, and a rollover sensor helps keep your vehicle upright and avoid accidents. Superb Safety Features Your safety is always a top priority in these vehicles, and you'll find a host of intuitive technology that will give you and your passengers total peace of mind while you drive. Forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection helps you drive defensively in the city and gives you ample time to react to objects on the road. Rear and front parking sensors let you park like a professional, even in tight spots. Other features are fantastic for the highway, including lane-keeping assist and lane-following assist technology, which ensure that you're not veering out of your lane and staying a smart distance away from other traffic. The driver attention warning system lets you know when it's time to take a break from the road, and smart cruise control takes the guesswork out of long road trips. Comfortable Cabin You'll enjoy a comfortable, thoughtfully designed cabin full of great touches like push-button start technology and a leather-wrapped steering wheel for easy cruising, no matter how long you're on your trip. There are plenty of USB ports throughout the front and rear, and these models come with an immersive six-speaker audio system perfect for streaming hours of music or podcasts through Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM, and Android Auto. These vehicles are a breath of fresh air, with intuitive and helpful safety features, a modern cabin, and an excellent build that will take you everywhere you can imagine. Stop by and see us at Bayway Kia in Houston, TX, and take one out for a test drive today.