Crashes Happen. That’s Why the 2026 Kia Sportage Earned IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+

Nobody plans for a crash. You plan for carpools, grocery runs, weekend escapes, and long commutes around Gaithersburg and beyond. But when the unexpected happens, the vehicle you’re driving makes all the difference. That’s why the 2026 Kia Sportage earning a 2025 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating matters. This top-tier recognition from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety confirms that the Sportage is engineered to protect you in real-world driving scenarios.

Why the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award Actually Matters

IIHS doesn’t hand out TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards lightly. For 2025, the organization introduced tougher crash-testing standards, placing added emphasis on rear-seat occupant protection and updated front and side-impact evaluations. Kia’s newest Sportage rose to the challenge. It achieved “Good” ratings across every major crash category, including small overlap front, updated moderate overlap front, and updated side-impact tests. On top of that, the Sportage met strict requirements for pedestrian crash prevention and offers standard headlights rated Acceptable or Good across all trims, details that matter when driving day or night.

Designed to Help Prevent Accidents in the First Place

While crash-test performance is critical, the Sportage also shines when it comes to avoiding trouble altogether. Kia’s continued investment in advanced driver-assist technology means the 2026 Sportage is equipped with systems designed to support awareness and reaction time. Features like Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic alerts, and Parking Distance Warning help reduce stress during busy commutes, tight parking situations, and stop-and-go traffic. It’s about backing you up when attention matters most.

New Sportage Safety That Fits Everyday Life

The 2026 Kia Sportage proves you don’t have to sacrifice comfort or capability for peace of mind. With class-leading cargo space, generous rear-seat legroom, and available all-wheel drive with Multi-Terrain Mode, this SUV is ready for everything from family road trips to unpredictable Mid-Atlantic weather. Inside, the cabin blends modern design with intuitive technology, offering available panoramic digital displays, seamless smartphone connectivity, and premium comfort features that make every drive feel effortless whether you’re running errands or heading out of town.

Test Drive the 2026 Kia Sportage in Gaithersburg, MD

If safety is a priority, and it should be, the brand new 2026 Kia Sportage deserves your attention. Visit King Kia at 953 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 to experience this award-winning SUV for yourself. We proudly serve drivers from Gaithersburg, Rockville, Germantown, and the surrounding Maryland communities. Stop by or schedule your test drive today and discover how the new Kia Sportage helps you drive with confidence no matter what the road brings.

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