Where is the 2026 Kia Sportage made?
The 2026 Kia Sportage is assembled in the USA and South Korea.
Built in the USA and South Korea.
Only vehicles from a US plant qualify for the car loan interest deduction. Your VIN shows which plant built yours.
Check your exact Sportage
Where each version is built
| Version, as reported to NHTSA | Final assembly |
|---|---|
| Sportage | USA and South Korea |
| Sportage Hybrid | South Korea |
Questions about the 2026 Kia Sportage
Is the 2026 Kia Sportage made in the USA?
Some are. The 2026 Kia Sportage is assembled in the USA and South Korea, so it depends on which plant built yours. The 11th character of the VIN identifies the plant; enter your VIN on this page to check.
Does the 2026 Kia Sportage qualify for the car loan interest deduction?
Only if your vehicle came from a US plant. If it did, and you bought it new with a loan taken out after December 31, 2024, you can deduct up to $10,000 a year of the interest from 2025 to 2028.
How much of the 2026 Kia Sportage is made in the US and Canada?
US and Canadian parts make up between 0% and 55%, depending on the version, of its value, according to the manufacturer's labeling report to NHTSA. The largest foreign source of parts is South Korea, at 30%.
Where are the 2026 Kia Sportage's engine and transmission made?
The engine or motor comes from the USA and South Korea. The transmission comes from the USA and South Korea.
Other model years
| Year | Assembled in | US and Canadian parts | Deduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Sportage | USA | 30% | Built in USA |
| 2025 Sportage | USA and South Korea | 0–60% | Depends on VIN |
Where this information comes from
Assembly countries and parts content come from the 2026 American Automobile Labeling Act report that Kia Motors filed with NHTSA (listing dated June 8, 2026). Plant details for an individual vehicle come from NHTSA's VIN decoder. Manufacturers can change plants during a model year, so confirm with your VIN or window sticker.