The 2018 Kia Sportage comes in three trim levels: LX, EX, and SX Turbo. The base Kia Sportage LX trim has enough features to satisfy your basic tech needs, but the Kia Sportage EX trim is a better value, adding many more comfort, safety, and convenience features. That said, if you choose the LX or EX trims you’re stuck with the underpowered four-cylinder base engine. The stronger turbo-four is exclusive to the SX Turbo trim, though its acceleration is still sluggish.
The 2018 Honda Clarity is available in plug-in-hybrid, all-electric, and fuel-cell variants. The plug-in hybrid comes in two trims: base and Touring. The other models come with the same features as the Touring but with different powertrains than the plug-in hybrid. The Clarity Electric and Fuel Cell models are only available in a limited number of regions, so the majority of shoppers won’t have access to them.
The 2018 Honda Clarity range now includes plug-in hybrid and electric versions that join the Clarity Fuel Cell. All versions of the Clarity share the same basic design — they are front-wheel-drive, four-door sedans that are similar to an Accord in size. But the three variants vary widely in their power sources and driving range.
With the Q50 Red Sport 400 RWD, power is sent to the rear wheels; the Q50 Red Sport 400 AWD has an all-wheel-drive powertrain. Unless you regularly face slippery roads and need the extra traction provided by all-wheel drive, the base trim should suit you fine. This model comes with a long list of standard equipment, including exterior features such as 19-inch wheels, a sunroof, automatic LED headlights, and rain-sensing windshield wipers.