By the Emich Kia team · Published November 5, 2026 · Offers and prices checked November 5, 2026
The short answer
Emich Kia’s 2027 Sportage leases are $274/mo for the LX AWD, $309/mo for the Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige AWD and $320/mo for the Hybrid EX AWD. All are 24 months with $3,999 down plus tax, through January 4, 2027. The gas LX is the lowest payment; the plug-in is the most car for the money.
The three Sportage leases compared
| 2027 Sportage | Emich lease | MSRP | Power | Efficiency (EPA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX AWD (gas) | $274/mo | $30,790 | 187 hp | 26 mpg combined |
| Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige AWD | $309/mo | $47,390 | 268 hp | 83 MPGe; 36 mpg as a hybrid |
| Hybrid EX AWD | $320/mo | $33,890 | 232 hp | 35 mpg combined |
Leases: 24 months, $3,999 down plus tax, on approved credit, on stock #550235 (LX), #447746 (PHEV) and #425080 (Hybrid). MSRP excludes destination.
Why the plug-in is the sleeper deal
The Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige lists for $13,500 more than the Hybrid EX AWD, yet its lease is $11 a month less. For that you get the top trim’s equipment:
- Dual 12.3-in. displays with navigation and Harman Kardon audio
- Ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and a memory seat
- Highway Driving Assist 2, a 360-degree camera and Digital Key 2.0
- About 34 miles of electric driving (Kia estimate), enough for most Denver commutes, with the gas engine for mountain trips
A plug-in also qualifies for Colorado’s EV tax credit: $750 on a new Sportage Plug-In Hybrid delivered by December 31, 2026, including a lease of at least two years.
Hybrid or gas: does the hybrid pay for itself?
The Hybrid EX AWD costs $46 a month more than the LX AWD. Drive 12,000 miles a year at Denver’s $4.15 a gallon (EIA, Oct. 12, 2026) and the hybrid’s 35 mpg saves about $41 a month in gas over the LX’s 26 mpg. So the hybrid nearly covers its own difference, and adds 45 hp and heated front seats.
Want to drive all three back to back?
Rather buy? The Sportage rates
- 2027 Sportage: 1.99% APR for 48 months
- 2027 Sportage Hybrid: 0.90% APR for 48 months
- 2027 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid: 1.99% APR for 48 months
- 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid: 0% APR for 48 months while they last
Kia APR offers through Kia Finance America for qualified buyers, with delivery by Jan. 4, 2027. See every Kia rate, or compare the three versions on our Sportage page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Kia Sportage lease in Denver?+
At Emich Kia, a 2027 Sportage LX AWD is $274 a month for 24 months with $3,999 down plus tax. The Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige AWD is $309 a month and the Hybrid EX AWD is $320 a month on the same terms, through January 4, 2027.
Is the Sportage Hybrid or the gas Sportage better to lease?+
The Hybrid EX AWD is $46 a month more than the LX AWD, but at 12,000 miles a year and $4.15 gas it saves about $41 a month in fuel. If you want the lowest payment, lease the LX; for nearly the same total cost, the hybrid adds power and efficiency.
Why is the Sportage Plug-In Hybrid lease cheaper than the Hybrid?+
Lease payments depend on more than MSRP, including the vehicle’s projected value and the incentives on it. This month the 2027 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige AWD leases for $309, $11 less than the Hybrid EX AWD at $320.
Do these Sportage leases have AWD?+
Yes. All three Emich Sportage lease specials are AWD: the LX AWD, the Hybrid EX AWD and the Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige AWD.
Does a Sportage Plug-In Hybrid lease get the Colorado EV credit?+
A new Sportage Plug-In Hybrid delivered by December 31, 2026 earns Colorado’s $750 credit, and a lease of at least two years qualifies. Confirm eligibility with the Colorado Department of Revenue or a tax professional.
When do the Sportage lease specials end?+
They expire January 4, 2027, or sooner if the specific stock-numbered vehicle sells.
Pick your Sportage and lock in the payment
Each special is one vehicle. Call 720-664-7691 to hold it, or browse every Sportage in stock.
Emich Kia · 1260 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO 80246 · Sales 720-664-7691 · Service 720-790-3450
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Lease offers are Emich Kia specials on the specific vehicles and stock numbers listed on our specials page: monthly payment plus tax with $3,999 down, on approved credit, expiring 01/04/2027. APR offers are from Kia America through Kia Finance America (KFA) for qualified buyers on approved credit; not all buyers will qualify. Must take delivery by 01/04/2027. Offers may not be combined except where specified. Fuel savings are estimates using EPA combined ratings, 12,000 miles a year and the EIA Denver average of $4.15 a gallon (Oct. 12, 2026); your results will vary. Electric range is a Kia estimate. MSRP excludes destination, tax, title, registration and fees. Emich Kia charges no dealer add-ons; the only dealer fee is the $799 dealer handling fee. Offers and availability change; see Emich Kia for complete details.