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Kia Sportage

The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 82% Detailed ratings
Price $28,995 – $49,295 Payments
Fuel consumption 6.1 – 10.4 L/100km
As a compact SUV, the Sportage slots between the Seltos and Sorento. Redesigned from the ground up for 2023, it comes standard with a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 187 horsepower. Customers also have a choice of hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants. With the latter, they can travel up to 55 km without burning any fuel. The Sportage’s interior is roomier now and highlighted by an available all-digital instrument and infotainment display.

The Car Guide rating  82%

Pros

  • Sleek, modern silhouette
  • Comfortable, practical and spacious interior
  • Great commands and displays
  • Varied powertrains

Cons

  • Poor performance (2.5 liters)
  • Abundance of shiny black plastic
  • Lack of driving pleasure
  • Late PHEV version

Global rating

Fuel economy 8/10
Reliability 7/10
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 8/10

Compact SUVs

Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 7/10
Safety N/A
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 7/10

What's new in 2023

New generation.

Recalls

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