Kia Sportage
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Kia Sportage QL SX 2019 Sparkling Silver
Good car: engine 2.0L is ok but needs more grunt. Not fuel efficient. 12-14L per 100km city driving on average.Paint work on door mirrors,sor handles, roof racks, rear spoiler delaminates in less than 3 yrs!. Same issue also with the headlights, oxidarion and flaking.
Kia needs to get better parts manufacturer for their headlights and review their painting process.
Interior is ok, more on the plastic side.
Infotainment is excellent.
Great value car still but pls improve paint and headlights quality.
Braking needs improvememt. Not even close to Toyota, Mitsubishi, Mazda engineering. Show details
A strong all-round family car with lots of tech, creature comfort features, space and AWD
Kia’s build quality has stepped up dramatically over the past few years.Weighted doors, tight tolerances of trim pieces and higher quality materials all add to the increased level of build quality.
Major touch point plastics are soft and squidgy, with the cheaper plastics being placed lower down and out of the way of interaction.
Priced from $52,370 before on-road costs, the Kia Sportage GT-Line will be the most expensive version of this medium-sized SUV you can buy.
The way the Sportage is priced is towards the top-end against its comp... Read more
etitors in this trim, but there's a good reason for it. You’re simply not missing a single feature or option. From heated/cooled automatic front seats through to a swath of tech and safety features, the Sportage has it all. What it doesn’t have is a hybrid model to compete with the wildly popular Toyota RAV 4 hybrid - we’re hoping to see that model land here later this year. For now, top of the range means AWD and a turbo diesel motor and every feature Kia can throw at you, apart from rear heated seats. The most impressive warranty in the industry goes to Kia. The Sportage comes with Kia’s 7 year/unlimited kilometre warranty and capped price service period. That capped price servicing totals $3672 over 7 services (usually completed yearly). External noise rarely becomes an issue in the new Sportage, thanks to thicker glass and heavy amounts of sound deadening in the doors. Tyre noise and wind noise are distant, unless you start to corner the Sportage like you’re driving the twin turbocharged Kia Stinger. What is apparent is that distinct turbo diesel tractor sound that this motor makes when you’re deeper in the throttle. Under the bonnet of this particular Kia Sportage is a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder diesel motor, producing 137kW and 416Nm respectively. Power is sent through an eight-speed automatic transmission and to all four wheels via an all-wheel drive system. The new Sportage isn’t going to win drag races, but it is brisk in putting its power to the ground. In Sport mode, you actually feel as if the Sportage has some pace to it. A slick experience is had when interacting with this eight-speed automatic. I’m a fan of the rotary knob to select a gear - it’s easy to use and quick to respond. The same can be said for how this car changes its gears; there’s never a moment where the Sportage doesn’t know what gear to be in. The longer wheelbase version of the Sportage is the only flavour of Sportage we get here in Australia. That’s what makes this generation of Sportage feel so much more premium to ride in than its predecessors. A longer and more stable wheelbase combined with a soft yet responsive suspension tune generates a comfortable ride. Diesel efficiency is the reason why you’re buying this over the petrol engine options the new Kia Sportage offers. 6.3L per 100km is the claimed combined figure for diesel consumption. I saw figures hover around 9-10L per 100km during my test. What was interesting was that over 200km of driving, I didn’t even see the fuel gauge fall from full. The show piece of the new Kia Sportage is its all-new interior. It’s just as striking as that unique exterior design. The dual 12.3-inch displays are the party piece in here. They’re the largest screens fitted to a Kia SUV - even bigger than the 10.25-inch displays found in the Kia Sorento. They function no differently to other Kia displays, however the sheer size and placement really lifts the cabin feel from economic choice to a desirable daily driver. Customisable accent lighting, leather and Alcantara seats and a distinct centre console design all play a part in making the Kia Sportage look and feel like a well thought out product. Against its competitors, the new Sportage’s interior is a clear winner for its visual engagement and slick execution. If you’re cross-shopping, you’re going to remember this interior as a standout reason why you might consider buying one of these. Boot space with all seats up is 543L, and if you fold the seats in a 60:40 split, you’ll receive a total of 1829L of boot space. Thanks to that longer wheelbase, you won’t be stressing about a lack of boot space. Additionally, a flat load floor and larger boot entry makes this a very practical choice for hauling cargo. Comfort is found in every seat in this car. Second row passengers are treated to plenty of knee, feet and head room. In addition to that, there are plenty of USB ports to charge, and large rear windows to allow for plenty of air flow. I really enjoyed my time with the new Sportage, and see it as an excellent option for the daily drive and reliable road trip option. However, I am excited for future variations of the new Sportage which have already debuted in the US, including a hybrid powertrain and a unique off-road focused trim. *Disclaimer - I work for ProductReview as their independent car and motorbike expert. I borrow new cars and motorbikes from manufacturers and owners to review. I am not paid or incentivised by these brands to post reviews. I write and create content to provide insight and information about any new or used vehicle I can get my hands on.- +6
Engine failure
I bought the car brand new. Booked it in December 2021 and, delivered in July 2022, no complaints about the wait time as it was clearly communicated before the contract was signed.There are some design issues that won't bother most people but worth noting down for those who might be interested:
1. The auto-hold was a bit jerky when driving off.
2. On rainy days I noticed a lot of the water was retained on the body and drained only after being parked for a while. Causing a mini flood in the garage.
3. The rear door is not separated from the ... Read more
Amazing Car - Great Value
I own a Kia Sportage S since March 2023. I love the performance, the features and the convenience of owning this beautiful machine. Fuss-free drives, excellent value for money. I highly recommend it. Show detailsValue for money, and a great drive!
Over 45000km in, and the Sportage is still comfortable, quiet, and going strong!-60km round trips to work 4 days a week
-3 round trips from the NSW Hunter to Qld Gold Coast
-Numerous trips to Sydney
-Plenty of shopping centre trips
It's not only easy to park, but also stable at freeway speeds. The Turbo Diesel also manages between 6.1 to 8lt per 100km, depending on the traffic. It's pretty rare to get over 7 on my commute though, which is nice. 700km per tank (50ishl refuel).
The sunroof is an added bonus, and makes it feel lighter and more open, especially for my 6ft4 frame!
Scheduled service comes in just under 12 months at my usage, and is every 15000km. Prices are fixed, and not too bad.
Overall, VERY happy with the purchase! Show details
Very impressed - first Kia purchase
We've had a Kia Sportage NQ5 GT 1.6 Petrol since just after it was released in Australia and it has hardly missed a beat. Took it up to the North West of WA for a 4,000km+ trip and it was a pleasure to drive in. The smaller engine capacity was definitely improved by being a turbo. I don't get so many chances to drive it so much these days as it is my wife's car of choice:(. There are way too many great features to mention here.The lane following assist function can be a bit erratic but the smart cruise control is a great help on longer journeys. I would highly recommend it for someone after a mid-sized SUV. Show details
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Hiit is 3 months that my cars control panel has damaged. I take it to Kia black burn Melbourne and they told me that they ordered a part and will call me after about 6 weeks.
After six weeks they called me and I took my car there, and after one day ( without giving me a substitute car) they said:” it’s not received yet”!
And it’s again 7 weeks that I am waiting!!
I will sell it and never buy Kia again.
It’s the second major defect It has had!
I Bought a Lemon
We purchased a new top of the line Kia Sportage 2016, we had the car for four years & had no problems with it at all. In 2020 we purchased another Kia Sportage G line. A year into it we have been experiencing ongoing issues with the car. The car has been towed many times & has been examined by Kia numerous times. Kia consistently says they are unable to pinpoint the issue. However, they have acknowledged & confirmed there is an issue. On occasions whilst driving the car stops to a holt. The car seems to think it’s been in a collision & I’m una... Read moreble to drive forward or reverse. I’m also unable to push the car to a side street & the handbrake won’t release. The error seems to resolve after 2 to 5 hours, then I’m able to keep driving. This has now occurred approximately 17 times since Oct 2021. There are multiple warning messages that appear on the dash board on each occasion. Forward collision avoidance assist system, electronic stability control, all wheel drive lock indicator, Auto hold indicator light, Downhill brake control indicator. It’s extremely unsafe & dangerous when driving on the M5 middle lane at 110km’s & the car comes to a holt, we could have been killed by a truck. Feb 2022 discovered the issue was coming from the ABS, it was replaced. They had also re-calibrated the system, however 3 months later same issue would occur. The car was back at Kia service centre for 3 months, they have replaced the gear box. We have spent approx $1700 on Ubers, as Kia is unable to provide courtesy cars for more than 3 days. We bought the car with seven-year warranty to have peace of mind that if anything was to go wrong, we would be covered. However, this has not been our experience. The Kia service centre is appalling, I even called Kia head office, they said their hands are tied & unable to assist us.Never have I wanted to fight a car so much in my life!
Had this car as a loan car for a few days and I’ve never been so annoyed by a car so much in my life.How anyone could want to buy a car that is constantly beeping at you is beyond me.
The lane assist is so annoying, any single time you move slightly not dead centre to the road the car beeps and pulls you back in. It feels like your constantly fighting the steering to get the car to do what you want.
Try to go around some dead ducks on the road and the car tries to yank me back in line while beeping at me. Try to avoid honkey nuts, it pulls you... Read more back and beeps. Driving around winding roads up in the hills and it’s beeping because your not doing it dead centre even though there is usually cyclist around the bends. Try to slide into a turning it beeps and tries to pull you back. You turn the car on and there is an annoyingly loud music start up then it instantly beeps at you to put your seatbelt on. Put the car in reverse in a car park and it sets of loud alarms about a collision warning because someone is driving past. I didn’t even have my foot off the break or the car moving! Is it going to sound a collision warning as you wait for every car to pass? You turn the car off and there’s loud sounds, then it beeps to check the back seat. Honestly whoever designed this car obviously does not have children. Try have a sleeping baby in the back with a car that beeps at you for EVERYTHING and makes pointless sounds and alarms every 5 minutes. THERE IS NO PEACE! I do not need a car telling me what to do every five seconds, if I could fight this car I would.
Neck ache - headrest
Bad neck ache -- as a result, dizziness -- due to headrest [head restrainer] protruding too far out. Sold the SUV in 3 months. Everything was fantastic, but just the headrest.Amazing car, great value for money!
I've had my Kia Sportage GT-Line (diesel) for 8 months now and I absolutely love it! I previously owned premium vehicles and this was my first time buying a Kia. I just couldn't resist when I saw how amazing they looked inside and out, I was very drawn to the aesthetic appearance of the car and spent time doing my research on all the specs prior to buying.Other than its good looks, I love the quality of the finishes, it's spacious inside and a great family car with a generous boot! The fuel consumption is excellent and it drives and handles ... Read more
wonderfully both in the city and on highways. The technology is fantastic, everything is easy to navigate (the infotainment system is great) Full size spare wheel is a bonus! Not to mention the standard features are what you'd expect in premium brands as extras which would cost 20k + to add on! So far, no complaints and I'm very satisfied with the new Kia Sportage.Done 70,000 kms and very happy so far
Purchased the car as a demo. It gets used all the time for commuting for work and interstate travel. I love the diesel which purrs along nicely. Had no issues whatsoever to date and have done 70,000 km since February 2020. The diesel motor and the six speed gear box are older technologies so I would expect them to be reliable.Update: it has now done 115000 km and my comments above have not changed. Show details · 1
Great economy and good performance, comfortable ........ but absolutely terrible headlights
I have the 2022 Sportage SX Diesel, overall I'm really happy with most aspects of the car, the fuel economy is great averaging 5.8L/100 over a total of 7000K , the engine delivers good power and smooth suspension and quiet ride. Great size boot area and comfortable seats, the Audio system is quite good too. The only downside really is the Headlights, and when I say they're bad I really do mean bad. So if you do much night driving I'd highly recommend taking one for a test drive at night prior to purchase. They're that bad that I feel they're actually dangerous. Show detailsSportage transmission is suspect
I have owned my 2019 Kia sportage from new. It has travelled 34000 km and the CVT is already playing up. Kia suvs get these great reports but have plenty of issues that no one reports. Poor braking, cheap materials, CVT issues, rattles etc. You get what you pay for. My ASX that I traded in on the Kia was probably a better vehicle. Show detailsGood Car but not perfect
Purchased brand new. Nice to drive comfortable with lots included for the price. There are a few things wrong. The sat nav played up which was covered by warranty but it had to back three times they eventually replaced the head unit but were very stubborn about it. The engine is undersized for the car if you drive on the open road. Engine is okay driving around the city but its fuel consumption is very average. The boot is not that big if you have kids. Show detailsQuestions & Answers
Hi I have the new Kia Sportage Gt line, it is almost unsafe how the car engages your break when it senses another car behind it when reversing. How do I turn this off?
I've had the Sportage for over a year and haven't had the problem you mention. Or at least I haven't regarded it as a problem. I just get the normal audible warnings escalating until I break. It did s... Read more
top me reversing into my recycling bin once by breaking for me. Maybe yours is cutting in too soon - might be worth having Kia check it out. I'm not aware of a way to turn it of and I wouldn't want to anyway.Thank u, its due for a service so I will mention it then
Im looking for a 2020 Kia Sportage pls ?
Is the diesel GT suitable for low km driving. Are there any issues with the filters .
How low are you talking. With diesel you need to have a nice drive say around 15 mins minimum highway speed fortnightly to burn the DPF. If you are in constant stop start traffic and do less than 15k ... Read more
a year I suggest a petrol if buying new due to cost difference. But diesel are nicer to drive hence why I like them and buy diesels.Details
Category | Midsize / Medium SUVs | Midsize / Medium SUVs | Midsize / Medium SUVs | Midsize / Medium SUVs |
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Starting Price | $52,370 | $49,370 | $42,400 | $32,445 |
Warranty Distance | Unlimited kms | Unlimited kms | Unlimited kms | Unlimited kms |
Transmission | Automatic | Dual-Clutch (DCT) | Automatic | Automatic and Manual |
Drive Type | All Wheel Drive (AWD) | All Wheel Drive (AWD) | All Wheel Drive (AWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol | Diesel | Petrol |
Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloy | 18" Steel | 17" Alloy |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km | |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L | 54 L | 54 L |
Engine | 4 Cylinder 2.0L | 4 Cylinder 1.6L | 4 Cylinder 2.0L | 4 Cylinder 2.0L |
Max Power | 137kW @ 4,000rpm | 132kW @ 5,500rpm | 137kW @ 4,000rpm | 115kW @ 6,200rpm |
Max Torque | 416Nm @ 2,000 - 2,750rpm | 265Nm @ 1,500 - 4,500rpm | 416Nm @ 2,000 - 2,750rpm | 192Nm @ 4,500rpm |
Phone Connectivity | Android Auto (Wired), Apple CarPlay (Wired), Bluetooth and USB | Android Auto (Wired), Apple CarPlay (Wired), Bluetooth and USB | Android Auto (Wired), Apple CarPlay (Wired), Bluetooth and USB | Android Auto (Wired), Bluetooth and USB |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes | No | |
Security Features | Immobilizer | Immobilizer | Immobilizer | Immobilizer |
Roof | Sunroof | Sunroof | ||
Steering Wheel Adjustment | Telescoping (Electric) | Telescoping (Electric) | Telescoping (Electric) | Telescoping (Electric) |
Maximum Towing Capacity (braked) | 1,900 kg | 1,650 kg | 1,900 kg | |
Maximum Towing Capacity (unbraked) | 750 kg | 750 kg | 750 kg | 750 kg |
Manufacturer Warranty | 7 year(s) | 7 year(s) | 7 year(s) | 7 year(s) |
Keyless Features | ||||
Keyless Locking/Unlocking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Ignition | Keyless Start/Stop and Remote Start | Keyless Start/Stop and Remote Start | Keyless Start/Stop and Remote Start | Keyless Start/Stop and Remote Start |
Boot | Automatic Open | Automatic Open | Automatic Open | Automatic Open |
Headlights | ||||
Headlight Features | Auto-Dimming | Auto-Dimming | Auto-Dimming | Auto-Dimming |
Safety Features | ||||
Cameras | Rear | Rear | Rear | Rear |
Cruise Control | Adaptive (ACC) | Adaptive (ACC) | Adaptive (ACC) | |
Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and Rear | Front and Rear | Rear |
Hazard Perception | Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) | Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Forward Collision Warning | Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) | Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) |
Lane Assistance | Lane Keep Assist (LKA) | Lane Keep Assist (LKA) | Lane Keep Assist (LKA) | Lane Keep Assist (LKA) |
Speed Sign Recognition | Yes, read only | Yes, read only | Yes, read only | Yes, read only |
Dimensions | ||||
Ground Clearance | 181 mm | 181 mm | 181 mm | 181 mm |
Driver Information | ||||
Built-In Navigation System | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Heads Up Display | No | No | No | No |
Voice Control | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Digital Radio (DAB+) | No | No | No | No |
Release date | ||||
Awards | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 |
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