The Kia Sportage carries a rear wiper on its tailgate, so a full set is three blades. Confirm the driver and passenger lengths in inches from the owner’s handbook rather than assuming both are the same, and check the arm attachment, since it matters more than the length.
Fit facts at a glance
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Body style | Family crossover / C-segment SUV |
| Rear wiper present | Yes (tailgate) |
| Front blade sizing | Driver 26” (650 mm), passenger 16” (400 mm), on the Sportage (NQ5), 2021 on |
| Attachment types common in UK | J-hook, pinch-tab, side-pin, bayonet |
| Winter blade priority | High (UK frost and salt spray) |
What to look for on the listing
- Confirm the driver and passenger blade lengths in inches from the owner’s handbook rather than assuming both are the same; on almost every modern car they differ by 2 to 4 inches.
- Attachment matters more than length: check whether the arms end in a J-hook, pinch-tab, side-pin or bayonet before buying single-adapter blades.
- Don’t forget the rear wiper: the rear blade is shorter (often 10 to 14 inches on hatchbacks and estates) and needs its own part number.
- For UK winters, choose a beam blade or an encased winter blade; conventional bracket blades freeze solid at the joints on the first hard frost.
Frequently asked questions
Are the driver and passenger wiper blades the same size on the Kia Sportage?
No. On the Sportage (NQ5), 2021 on the driver blade is 26” (650 mm) and the passenger blade 16” (400 mm). Front sizes agree; sources split on the rear.
Does the Kia Sportage have a rear wiper?
The Kia Sportage carries a rear wiper on its tailgate; the rear blade is much shorter than the fronts and easy to forget when ordering.