What are the must-have accessories for a Kia Sportage Hybrid?

Satisfied with my Husky Liners WeatherBeater Cargo Liner 44431.

• Thermoplastic olefin construction
• Laser-measured fit Works well with muddy gear.

In my experience with SUV cargo areas over the years, choosing the right liner depends on how you use the space. I've tried both of these on the newer Sportage layout. Here is how they stack up for muddy hiking gear:

• Kia Sportage Hybrid OEM All-Weather Cargo Mat: This fits the hybrid trunk floor perfectly. Its made of a heavy-duty rubber that is super easy to pull out and hose down after a hike. But it lacks high side walls, so dirty water can still spill onto the carpet.
• TuxMat Cargo Liner for Kia Sportage Hybrid: This offers unmatched coverage. It goes way up the sides and the back of the seats. The material looks great, though the textured surface takes a bit more scrubbing to clean than the OEM rubber. For hiking and muddy boots, I recommend the TuxMat. That extra side wall protection is worth it.

I was in the exact same spot last month and ended up going with the WeatherTech Custom Fit Cargo Liner 401562 because safety and a secure fit are super important when you're hauling wet hiking gear! It is absolutely amazing and fits the hybrid trunk like a glove without sliding around at all. Here are a few quick tips to keep in mind:

• Get the WeatherTech because the lip is high enough to catch liquid spills and mud before it ruins the hybrid battery cover area underneath.
• It costs around 130 bucks which leaves you with plenty of leftover budget for other accessories.
• Clean it by just hosing it off, it dries in like ten minutes. Let me know if you need help finding the exact model number for your trim, love to help out a fellow hiker!