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Kia Sportage Review Video

Kia has taken the new Sportage to exciting new levels with an exciting redesign and increased tech. Find out why this Kia Midsize SUV is one of the top SUVs on the market in our Kia Sportage review video. Learn about which Sportage trim is right for you, discover more about the unique design, and find out all the great features that make the Sportage one of the best SUVs for the price. If you're searching for Sportage lease deals or a Kia Sportage for sale near Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, or Zionsville, look no further. At Napleton Kia of Carmel, we offer a wide range of Sportage inventory, and our knowledgeable Kia experts are ready to assist you with any questions. Contact us now to schedule a free test drive, or continue reading to learn more about the remarkable Sportage.

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Kia Sportage Trims Breakdown

Understanding the benefits of each Sportage trim will help you find the best SUV for your budget. The Sportage's price increases for each trim level, but they come with better technology, special design features, and driving capabilities.

Kia Sportage LX Trim

The Sportage LX comes with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine that provides 187 horsepower and 178 lb.-ft. of torque. It comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels. Inside, you'll find a 12.2-inch instrument display and an 8-inch touchscreen display that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the seats are made with comfortable woven cloth.

Kia Sportage EX vs. LX

The Sportage EX comes with many desired features and a minimal price difference compared to the LX. The rims are upgraded to 18-inch alloy wheels. It has a 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation, a wireless phone charger, a smart key with push-button start, and remote start functionality. The LX interior also adds SynTex seat trim with heated front seats, a power driver's seat with power lumbar adjustment, and dual-zone auto climate control.

Kia Sportage X Line AWD

The X-line AWD is made for people who prefer a rugged look and performance. It includes an active all-wheel drive, providing better traction and control. The X-Line Body Styling adds sportiness to the vehicle's exterior and provides high-utility roof rails and 19-inch alloy wheels as well. Inside, the X-Line SynTex Seat Trim with Heated Front Seats offers both comfort and durability. Additionally, there are options for an available panoramic sunroof with a power sunshade and an available smart power tailgate.

Kia Sportage SX vs. EX

The Sportage SX trim provides many premium SUV options. These exterior additions include 18-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof with a power sunshade, and a smart power tailgate for convenient access to the trunk. The interior upgrades to a 12.3-inch dual panoramic display with navigation, a Harman Kardon premium audio system, and a driver's seat memory function. The SX also makes the driving experience easier with smart cruise control with stop-and-go and highway driving assist.

Kia Sportage SX Prestige

The Sportage SX Prestige offers drivers luxury SUV options at a reasonable price. These include 19-inch alloy wheels with a gloss black finish, a blind-spot view monitor, a surround view monitor, ventilated front seats, a power front passenger seat, and a heated steering wheel.

Kia Sportage X-Pro

The Sportage X-Pro is essentially a step up from the X Line AWD, with some of the benefits of the SX Prestige. The active all-wheel drive creates better control and is combined with 17-inch matte black alloy wheels with BFGoodrich all-terrain tires for improved off-road performance. The X-Pro also has several premium additions, such as the 12.3-inch dual panoramic displays with navigation, a panoramic sunroof with a power sunshade, a smart power tailgate, and a Harman Kardon premium audio system. Other added features include a driver's seat memory system for personalized comfort and a heated steering wheel.

Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige

The X-Pro Prestige is having your cake and eating too. This is a fully loaded Sportage with all of the upgrades of the X-Pro, with additions such as a blind-spot view monitor, a surround view monitor, ventilated front seats, a power front passenger seat, front parking sensors, and parking collision-avoidance assist-reverse.

All New Kia Sportage interior

Kia Sportage Interior Review

The cabin of the Sportage punches above its weight class with premium materials and style that match the uniqueness of the exterior design. In simple terms, it feels like a luxury SUV at an affordable price. The 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster blends seamlessly into a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, giving the driver a unique panoramic view of the available technology. It is combined with a sleek and technical dash layout that places controls and buttons within easy reach of the driver. Driving this state-of-the-art Kia SUV will feel like you have arrived at the future in style.

Seating Options

Depending on what seat material and options you prefer, it's a good idea to understand what comes standard on each Sportage trim. The Kia Sportage LX comes standard with woven cloth seating, a 6-way manual driver's seat, and no heated seats. Upgrading to the EX adds several features, like a 10-way power driver's seat, heated seats, and SynTex Seat Trim, which is a type of vegan leather. The X-Line AWD and SX provide the same benefits with special seat stitching for the X-Line. Once you get to SX Prestige, you upgrade to an 8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat, ventilated seating, and Premium SynTex Seat Trim.

Technology

  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
  • Available 360-degree surround-view monitor with 3D view
  • Available Harman Kardon premium audio system
  • Available wireless charging pad
  • Available Wi-Fi Hotspot connects up to five devices to 4G LTE-based internet.
  • Stolen vehicle tracking and immobilization capability
  • Smart Key
  • Push Button Start
  • Available Heated Windshield
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Kia Sportage Design Review: Kia's Signature Midsize SUV

Anyone looking for a bold, stylish midsize SUV will be thrilled with the Sportage's "Opposites United" design. You're greeted with Kia's signature Tiger Nose Grill, which spans the entire width of the front end. The boomerang-shaped daytime running lights and uniquely shaped headlights draw the eye with their dramatic angles, while the angular fenders give the Sportage a strong presence. The Sportage does a great job of balancing a rugged design while still appearing refined and smooth. In other words, if you want a uniquely designed SUV without getting too obscure, the Sportage is the perfect SUV for you. The finishing touches of the Sportage's design are the futuristic "notch-shaped" taillights that are seamlessly connected by a thin black graphic across the tailgate.

Color Options

The Sportage has 11 color options for the LX model through the SX Prestige. They are: Everlasting Silver, Ebony Black, Steel Gray, Snow White Pearl, Glacial White Pearl, Wolf Gray, Sapphire Blue, Dawning Red, Jungle Green, Gravity Gray and Fusion Black.

Exclusive to the X Pro and X-Pro Prestige is the option to add a dual tone with a black roof. The options are: Glacial White Pearl with Ebony Black Roof; Wolf Gray with Ebony Black Roof; and Jungle Green with Ebony Black Roof.

Wheels

The Sportage comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels for the LX base model. The EX and SX upgrade to 18-inch alloy wheels, while the X-Line AWD upgrades you all the way to exclusive 19-inch alloy wheels with a gloss black finish. If you are looking for one of the best off-road SUVs, you will be thrilled with the Sportage X-Pro or X-Pro Prestige. While the rims are exclusive 17-inch alloy wheels with a matte black finish, along with the massive 235/65R17 BFGoodrich All-Terrain Tires, which allow you to effortlessly make it through any rugged terrain.

Kia Sportage FAQs


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The Sportage's new 2.5-liter I-4 engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. It is more powerful and fuel-efficient compared to previous Sportage engines. The Sportage delivers 187 horsepower and 178 lb.-ft. of torque.

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The Sportage is available in both front-wheel-drive (FWD) and all-wheel-drive (AWD) options. The Active AWD system actively distributes power between the front and rear wheels based on the road and driving conditions.

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The Sportage has a towing capacity of 2,500 pounds for all models.

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All Sportage Front Wheel Drive (FWD) options get an estimated 25 city, 32 highway, and 28 combined miles per gallon. The Sportage All Wheel Drive (AWD) options get an estimated 23 city, 28 highway, and 25 combined miles per gallon.

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Like many vehicles in the Kia lineup, the Sportage is above average when it comes to reliability. The Sportage received an 83 out of 100 consumer-verified reliability score from J.D. Power. As of writing this, KBB has a customer score of 4.8 stars for the Sportage's reliability. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the Sportage a 5-star safety rating.

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The Sportage comes with Kia's industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program, so you can rest easy knowing your Sportage is taken care of.

Kia Safety Features

The Sportage has an abundance of high-tech features and options that not only make your drive safer but make it easier as well. While there are many safety features that come standard, some are on higher trim levels only.

Safety Feature Breakdown for Trim levels

All Sportage Trims

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car, Pedestrian, and Cyclist Detection
  • Park Distance Warning-Rear
  • Lane departure warning
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Lane Following Assist
  • Driver Attention Warning
  • Rear Occupant Alert

All Trims Except Base LX Sportage

  • Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist-Parallel Exit
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
  • Safe Exit Warning

SX and Higher Trims

  • Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
  • Highway Driving Assist
  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist & Junction Turning Detection

SX Prestige and Sportage X-Pro Prestige Only

  • Blind-Spot View Monitor
  • Park Distance Warning-Front
  • Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist-Reverse
  • Surround View Monitor

Kia Sportage For Sale Carmel, IN

If you are currently looking to lease or buy a Kia Sportage in the Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, or Zionsville area, we would love to be your Kia destination. Napleton Kia of Carmel is conveniently located at 4500 E. 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240. We hope you found our Kia Sportage review helpful. Fill out our Test Drive/Information form to schedule a sit-down with our knowledgeable Kia staff, to schedule a test drive, or to learn more about our Sportage incentives! We look forward to meeting you.

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