2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid SX-Prestige: An ALMOST Perfect Kia

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2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid SX-Prestige AWD Specs:
* 1.6L Turbocharged Hybrid 4-cylinder Engine
* 227 Horsepower
* 258 lb-ft of Torque
* 6-speed Automatic Transmission
* All-Wheel Drive with Center Locking Differential
* Regenerative Braking System
* Seating for 5
* Heated and Ventilated Front Seats with 2-person Driver Memory
* Second Row Reclining and Fold-flat Bench Seat
* Syn Tex Seating Surfaces
* Panoramic Sunroof
* 18-inch Alloy Wheels
* 235/60R18 Goodyear Assurance Tires
* 12.3-inch Infotainment Screen with Wired Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
* 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
* Harman Kardon® Sound System
* Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
* Smart Hands-free Power Liftgate
* 39.6 Cubic Feet of Storage Behind the Rear Seats
* 74.1 Cubic Feet of Storage with the Second Row Folded Flat
* Remote Parking SystemSurround View Monitor
* Blind-spot Monitors
* Highway Drive Assist
* Heated Windshield
* Proximity Key with Push Button Start
* EPA Fuel Economy 38/38/38 (city/hwy/cmb)
* Starting MSRP $36,190 (Hybrid SX-Prestige)
* Price as tested: $38,530
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@MrB12232000 7 ай бұрын

It's not the poorly designed hvac/infotainment interface, IT'S YOU! Why wouldn't you opt to use the steering wheel controls to manipulate the infotainment system? they're literally at your fingertips and don't require you to take your eyes off the road at all. I've watched other reviewers attempt to make this feature an "issue". Frankly, it's a well thought out example of forward-thinking, minimalist engineering; a non-issue. Additionally, Kia allows you to program this feature (read the owner's manual). Otherwise, a thorough, comprehensive review. Thanks.

@GTGarageTalk 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@mikeatback 3 ай бұрын

Hvac. Haha. Yeah i think it depends on the driver. I rarely use the media since most of my listening is from carplay and i tend to use the big screen for media selection. Essentially i just pretend that switch feature doesnt exist and i have no need to switch it. But your rant was funny

@glennkneebone123 Жыл бұрын

As an owner, I like the climate control. The option allows you to choose which of the two interfaces you want or have it remain on the last selected mode. Works well, cleans up the interior but still separates out the climate from the infotainment. Of course you can adjust the climate there too. Also as an owner, you use your app to activate the heated or cooled seats, steering wheel heater, and temperature so it is ready when you get in. Curiously missing the heated windshield but does have defroster. I don’t use the gauge interfaces like you had, I prefer the dynamic display that shows weather and time of day scenes (sunrise, sunset, etc). Really pleasant. No wonder you got such terrible mileage, sport mode kills economy as it mostly saves the battery for bursts of speed and keeps the revs up. In Smart or Eco, 40+ is easy in the city. 80 mph is about 34-35. Mixed, 38 is not to hard to achieve.

@NewYorksFinest1 Жыл бұрын

I'm only getting around 35ish mpg but I keep it on Eco and try to coast the majority of the time so the ev kicks on. Alot are saying they are getting in the 50s mpg. They must be doing all city driving

@johnmartin7158 Жыл бұрын

@@NewYorksFinest1. I’ve got a RAV4 and I’m doing about 39mpg. Started off with 42mpg. You’re right, there’s a massive amount of variables with fuel efficiency. Done 15000km. More than likely at the end of the year I’ll be down to 35mpg. But I’m not bothered. Cheers NZ.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@johnmartin7158 11 ай бұрын

@@mynameis7702 Indeed you’re correct. And even 35 mpg is an extremely good figure.

@notheissue 7 ай бұрын

I would buy this vehicle Kia says holding a select mode 3 seconds makes it default mode.

@WarmWeatherGuy Жыл бұрын

23:00 The "major" problem you found can be fixed. Hold down the toggle-between-radio-climate button for a few seconds. An option will appear to allow it to default to the radio instead of climate or to stay wherever you last left it.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

The question still stands, “why over-engineer something so commonplace that you have to toggle between the two most commonly used controls in the vehicle?”

@WarmWeatherGuy Жыл бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk I guess it is about real estate. As someone who changes the radio volume all the time I was forced to get the Kia over the Hyundai. The Tucson hybrid has no volume knob at all. That made it totally unacceptable to me.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

@@WarmWeatherGuy I agree, small oversights from a company that is really pushing the envelope in many ways.

@titalx7169 Жыл бұрын

I use volume on Steering wheel! And AC on panel. Problem solved. 😮

@WarmWeatherGuy Жыл бұрын

@@titalx7169 I spent a few days not using the volume knob on my 2016 Tucson to see if I could get used to it. I drive around with the windows open and the music at high volume. When I come to a traffic light I drop the volume, a lot. Then when the light turns green I crank it back up. With a volume knob I can change it in under one second. With the steering wheel it takes much longer, especially if I'm turning. I decided never to buy a car that has no volume knob. YMMV.

@ozzythelovemachine 11 ай бұрын

I use the app to start car. The app allows for one to set the AC settings such as the fan speed and the ventilated/heated seats. Also, the rear door height can be adjusted.

@levyjerome Жыл бұрын

My only complaint, I have to take the panaramic roof to get ventilated seats. It reduces the head room. Sure wish they would make the ventilated seats and the Panaramic room a stand alone option in the mid range and top range Sportage.

@serathLmt Жыл бұрын

Look at the hidden features for the climate control and the volume. If you stay pressed for a long time on the button that changes the climate control. you can choose your preference or disable the timer.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Again I ask, “why…?”

@henrycruz45cal Жыл бұрын

He can't handle it

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

@@henrycruz45cal 🙄🤣

@bowman_fan2560 Жыл бұрын

Great review but I have a 2023 Sportage hybrid and have not a single issue with duel climate/media control

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

👍🏼

@ryancraig2795 Жыл бұрын

Press and hold the touch panel mode button. You'll get an option to select for it to default back to one or the other mode, or stay on whichever one you last selected. I keep it on the climate controls, the steering wheel controls take care of most media needs.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing with the community.

@contemporaryprimitiveman3469 10 ай бұрын

the rear hatch door can be programed to different opening heights for shorter operators.

@garrydelday5816 6 ай бұрын

I have a Sportage in the UK and as others have said the HVAC/Infotainment screen can be programmed to stay on whichever screen you choose and not default back to one or the other 😉 You would probably get nearer the stated MPG by driving in ECO, I average 45mpg around town in ECO, Sport mode does liven things up quite nicely but does clobber the MPG and you didn’t mention the paddle shifts so you can short shift in Sport mode rather than using the full revs. I personally think it is the perfect family crossover, especially in Hybrid form (no range anxiety) Good review and you can be forgiven for not getting to grips with your biggest gripe as you have only had it for a week 👍

@eduardorodriguez694 5 ай бұрын

Do you know if it’s easy to pop off the license plate bulbs? I wanted to add led ones for a cleaner look at night!

@ricg9887 Жыл бұрын

Great review! Our Sportage PHEV X-line does NOT exhibit the audio/climate control issue you noticed! And, coming out of an older RAV4 Platinum, we agree... this is a great mid-size hybrid SUV!

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@ricg9887 11 ай бұрын

@@bearpaw1486 Thanks! We're having a lot of fun getting to know it... although I have to admit, being a retired IT guy, I'm a little frustrated with having a car smarter than I am!

@snflas 11 ай бұрын

The ac/volume is well thought. I work in it. The way its designed , its programmable to do whatever you wish. So instead of having 1 option only for certain people , it actually allows u to program/change it the exact way you want. This is the opposite of bad design. I prefer to have all the options available

@irdygirdy 6 ай бұрын

You can't adjust radio etc through that giant screen about where the backup cam displays? What controls are up there then?

@MelissaSimmons-kk4eg 10 ай бұрын

ya that is if you can get your hands on one, I have had one ordered for a little over a year now

@tibortoczauer7985 4 ай бұрын

Personally I think the switch button between HVAC and Audio is a GREAT idea. Instead of cluttering your instrument panel with over two DOZEN touch controls, they limited it to JUST one dozen. In that space, a dozen choices is more than enough. More than that would just add confusion and take your eyes off the road even longer. This way, whichever choice you toggle, you are only dealing with half as many buttons related to just that one particular mode.

@Brayant25 Жыл бұрын

The climate/media control is the best. All this old-school journalism complaining should keep up with the times.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Wow, old school huh? 😂

@johnerickson8785 2 ай бұрын

"is the best" you sound like a kid who is upset someone said something bad about your hero 😂😂

@armandolo17 Жыл бұрын

Can someone tell the yearly maintenance cost of this new Hybrid 2023 kiaSportage compare to the 2023 toyota Rav4 Hibrid?

@realitybites8558 Жыл бұрын

Much easier to adjust the volume with the steering wheel control. You can also set the combo panel to default to media controls instead of climate control. It's not a big deal.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Why be forced to choose?

@myfamilyy Жыл бұрын

Regarding the tailgate, I'm pretty sure you can program the height of the tailgate opening for shorter people.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

My favorite solution is Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep’s with the button on the side, not the hatch.

@rondel428 Жыл бұрын

you can!!!

@NewYorksFinest1 Жыл бұрын

Yep you can. Put it to the height you want and hold the button till it beeps

@zamardii12 9 ай бұрын

You can adjust how high the liftgate opens. There are I think 3 or 4 different height settings in the settings.

@GTGarageTalk 9 ай бұрын

👍🏼

@mrq1701 9 ай бұрын

Can't you use the larger display to control things? You can set the lower panel to the radio, then use the upper display to control the Climate. Or do that the other way around. You have options. Options are good. I almost never use anything but the steering wheel mounted volume controls.

@mdc2utube Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this review. I could not tell if the steering wheel controls would overcome the monitor switching issue or not? I wonder if the dealer might help explain the mileage reduction? Perhaps the fam review can cover all the various trim packages?

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

The mileage reduction is most likely due to our short time with it and the sheer amount of time I spend with it on while filming reviews. I would suspect real owners are getting closer to the 38 mpg. As far as other trims, we have tested the new X-Pro: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rNVgnNdpuNXNYJc.html

@curtiscummings4399 10 ай бұрын

I have 27,800 miles on my 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid. In the warmer months I will achieve a consistent 39-42 around town, 35-37 on highway. In the winter it will go down from warming up the car and I believe the hybrid batteries do not perform as well in the cold. The lower mpg on the highway is more than likely due to the six speed automatic transmission. The highway is where a CVT or higher speed transmission shines. ( 8-9 speed )

@NewYorksFinest1 Жыл бұрын

Question: what kind of mpg are you getting in sports mode?

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Good. Not great. We never saw into the 30s while we had it. Though, sometimes test cycles are not indicative to what real consumers would see. We did a lot of idling in this one. Read through the comments here and you’ll see plenty of owners sharing their real MPGs

@marcosroman5296 11 ай бұрын

Thx for the review! Really love the car. Only complaint is that it doesn’t have wireless Apple car play. Wondering if the 2024 model will…

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

The new 2024 EV9 is reported to have it. We shall see when the company rolls it out to all their products.

@michaelflude9334 3 ай бұрын

Your knowledge of this suv is LIMITED

@GTGarageTalk 3 ай бұрын

🤔

@mikeatback 3 ай бұрын

I have no qualms with the switchable controls. I leave it on hvac. My biggest issue with the car is the split second to one second lag when i come to a near stop. Essentially i cant stop quickly and throttle back on fast. Annoying that i have to stop and wait a beat and then throttling back OR i dont come to a near complete stop and roll through that stop sign

@ryanjesse4159 Жыл бұрын

I prefer the Climate/Radio Control. Less buttons. Less clutter. I use the Steering control more anyway.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

👍🏼

@tcsback Жыл бұрын

How did you get the lights to do that pattern at the beginning of the video?

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

just the refresh rate on the camera. In person they are solid, not strobing.

@GK-bh1tp 5 ай бұрын

What good is a hybrid if it doesn't get good mpg?

@chrisbullock6477 10 ай бұрын

So which KIA is the perfect one? Curious

@michaelrodriguez7941 9 ай бұрын

I have on sx prestige 2023 but not hybrid so anyway getting to the climate control thing, mine does change or goes back from radio settings to climate unless you go back and change it. Not sure if they change this setting or what but check your vehicle settings or go to the dealer and tell them to see if they can help with this. Again mine is exactly the same model and doesn’t do it Thanks

@GTGarageTalk 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@justinjose21 9 ай бұрын

Great Review.. :)

@GTGarageTalk 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Gimpo925 11 ай бұрын

I ordered one last week, I cannot wait for it to arrive. Although I went with blue versus the Matte Black and the Matte Black has been growing on me.

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

It’s harder to maintain a matte paint.

@marcosroman5296 11 ай бұрын

Did you get the 2023 or 2024. I’m trying to find out if the 2024 comes in matte as well.

@marcosroman5296 11 ай бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk would the manufacturer warranty cover any issues with the Matte such as scratches?

@Gimpo925 11 ай бұрын

@@marcosroman5296 I believe it’s a 23, it hasn’t been delivered and is being built in Korea right now.

@Gimpo925 11 ай бұрын

@@marcosroman5296 I originally told you 23 but I think it’s a 24 because I only ordered it like 3 weeks ago and they are advertising the 24 on the website

@michaels3003 Жыл бұрын

1. It would habe smart to read the OM about the controls befofire the WHY. 2. Obviously, the company's UX testers did not have a problem toggling the modes. There are also media controls on the steering wheel.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

The question still stands, why would the manufacturer combine the two most used features into one control. I know you can toggle to choose to leave it on one screen but that still leaves you needing to toggle before using the other. unnecessary over-engineering.

@michaels3003 Жыл бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk , why did Sony create a glossy computer monitor (the first one ever). I thought it was really stu--d, but other manufacturers followed. It would be interested to know if there were any Americans testing the new controls, or just Koreans who do not constantly interact with both climate and audio controls, or maybe are just more patient. I read a lot of comments (bad habit) and I see a lot of comments from people obsessed with how things look vs. how things work. What I cannot tell, which age groups they represent. When iPhone first came out, most of the reviewers expected a big failure.

@Funkydood 8 ай бұрын

I recently bought one for my wife; she loves it, but not as much as I do!

@darlettarubin1665 10 ай бұрын

I have the exact same model. I’m upset there isn’t a garage door opener, unless I missed something

@PradeepKumar-tq4ev Жыл бұрын

What is total cost for this. Thanks nice car 🚗🚗

@jhonrutger3508 8 ай бұрын

Good luck getting one. If you do find one market adjustments here we come.

@cherrylicious2 10 ай бұрын

Lmaoo the voices! 🤣

@GTGarageTalk 10 ай бұрын

😉

@Dcreed76 11 ай бұрын

If you click and hold the button to select the radio or climate, it will set that as the default. Since I always use auto for climate, I just set mine to radio. No more issue.

@Dcreed76 11 ай бұрын

sorry, just saw others have also answered this. Just ignore this comment

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

😉 Thanks for chiming in though.

@Ricky-mo6mv 6 ай бұрын

Well I’ll tell ya one thing, that’s an absolutely amazing looking vehicle. The matte gray looks exceptional! KIA truly designed a beautiful SUV. The interior is sweet as well, but I personally prefer the current Tucson interior design. I lease a 2023 Tucson Limited, and the two vehicles are definitely like sisters. Essentially all of the same not so great things you mention apply to the Tucson as well. Except of course for the climate control/media control gripe. I’m not really sure how I would react to that myself. Bottom line though, the competition has many more annoyances and can’t compete with the tech and upscale interiors. I was looking specifically for a Tucson or a Sportage, but Hyundai gave me a tremendous deal that I couldn’t refuse. Meanwhile, KIA didn’t have any inventory and really made no effort at all to even offer me any options. 😄

@UnknownAlioso 11 ай бұрын

Curious how you felt about the HK stereo? Satisfying?

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

It played my son’s dinosaur songs really well

@michaelpace1075 11 ай бұрын

@@GTGarageTalkwell, thanks for nothing on reviewing the HK (important to lots of folks)

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

@@michaelpace1075 1) I am not an audiophile 2) it is hard to truly capture audio without spending a ton of $ on equipment

@michaelpace1075 11 ай бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk it should be immediately obvious if the sound is truly premium. Also, I was a little harsh which I regret and ask for your forgiveness.

@Subvaries Жыл бұрын

I actually just ordered one of theses and cant wait to get it.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

💙

@BlackJeepConvertible 6 ай бұрын

how much did you pay for what trim?

@charleskirkham4992 5 ай бұрын

Is there a button for the garage door opener?

@CubanSapper 12 күн бұрын

It’s an option. It’ll say rear view mirror with Homelink

@sirsalexander Жыл бұрын

I believed you need to press middle button with up down arrow to permanently switch options.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Yes, but the question still remains: why?!?

@sirsalexander Жыл бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk similar logic moving from QWERTY phone to touch phone. Welcome to future

@sirsalexander Жыл бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk hope that these modern cars are not hackable like other smart devices because this car is totally digital

@user-vs7ec1wz5d Жыл бұрын

Note sure if I like the flat paint job. Just looks like primer paint. Like the spare tire. Don't care for the fix a flat system. Overall, a vehicle I would not buy for myself. Thanks for another great review.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

To each their own, right? Thanks for watching Martin.

@user-vs7ec1wz5d Жыл бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk I totally agree Cory.

@Josh-yr7gd Жыл бұрын

The spare tire is essential. The Honda CRV Hybrid doesn't have one. I've had tires blow out on the freeway. No repair kit will fix that and don't always want to wait for roadside service. The matte color looks cool, but you can't go through a carwash with that. Hand wash only. And if there is a scratch, it can't be fixed. An entire paint job is the only remedy.

@user-vs7ec1wz5d Жыл бұрын

@@Josh-yr7gd A spare is truly essential for sure!

@randyboyd3839 11 ай бұрын

Wish you would have spoke about the engine setup, transmission etc More of how the car works than how it looks

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

What would you like to know?

@phaniarepally5831 6 ай бұрын

Kia had issues with engine ...it burns more oil, and spark plugs gets burnt as well... they haven't overcome that issue... I'm not sure about the recent models

@jinwons 11 ай бұрын

Seems you test drove this vehicle mostly in sport mode. then ave 29 mpg is not so bad. Eco mode will get it above 35.

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

We drove it for the week in ECO and never saw high mpg ratings.

@mikeakaspike 9 күн бұрын

Wait... you don't have wheel mounted volume controls, in a 2024 vehicle?

@yosteve10 Жыл бұрын

Upset that he can’t hit the 38 mpg and then drives around in sport mode

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

😉

@MrDilbert111 3 ай бұрын

Never thought that Nine Inch Nails would start making vehicles.

@sptrader6316 Ай бұрын

I think the HVAC setup was due to lack of space. I usually set the temp and leave it there, so it wouldn't bother me.

@GTGarageTalk Ай бұрын

I agree they were wanting to declutter the design.

@woodchiu1967 2 ай бұрын

I can understand the hvac/infotainment switching design. To me, that doesn't bother me and make sense to me. The engineers just want to maintain the consistency of the user interface so that drivers will not see two different default interfaces at different time.

@macsdf1 6 ай бұрын

my radio controls don't auto change back, maybe they have fixed it.

@GTGarageTalk 6 ай бұрын

It’s a setting. You can choose to have it stay on what it was left on, but my question still remains: why?

@chrisnapolski1181 6 ай бұрын

Can't the dealer change the HVAC to radio with a software change?

@GTGarageTalk 6 ай бұрын

The consumer can, but my question still remains: Why???

@NotYourFriend19 10 ай бұрын

what color is this???

@GTGarageTalk 10 ай бұрын

Shadow Matte Gray

@Smallworld49 Жыл бұрын

My favorite car a love everything about this car. I mean why is build different from Korea.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

👍🏼

@chrisnapolski1181 6 ай бұрын

I absolutely agree...I would hate it too!

@GTGarageTalk 6 ай бұрын

😉

@paulholterhaus7084 3 ай бұрын

When I had a CX30 My hand never left the volume knob...With Me constantly changing it.......MAZDA got this right....................Paul

@kaisounup 9 ай бұрын

The question is : Is the moror of this vehicle will last once the warranty is over ????

@GTGarageTalk 9 ай бұрын

That warranty is the best in the biz tho...

@Rex_Cosmos 7 ай бұрын

A dealer told me they don’t offer wireless CarPlay/android auto because it causes issues with battery for these cars.

@GTGarageTalk 7 ай бұрын

They are starting to roll it out on newer vehicles. Starting with the 2024 EV9.

@Progmium 11 ай бұрын

They really need to fix that infotainment annoyance. 1000% with you on this.

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

Unfortunately their designers don’t. Bringing it to the 2024 Sorento… 😤

@tdubbs9ner 6 ай бұрын

they 'could'...technically... tweak the timeout for that climate/radio control toggle with a firmware update. I heard most/all of these cars are using Linux based OS's.....find the config file, tweak it, done.

@GTGarageTalk 6 ай бұрын

👍🏼 Still… “but why…”

@tdubbs9ner 6 ай бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk yeah it is kinda dumb I guess.... Hopefully they saw your video and fixed it for the 2024. My gf is looking at one

@LeonEaves-qr5hz 4 ай бұрын

I was looking at the Sportage for my next car. Oops.. my escape 2023 gets over 41 mpg, nd the Sportage only 37 mpg. Now rethinking.

@GTGarageTalk 4 ай бұрын

We just got out of a 2023 Ford escape and I can tell you the interior of the Sportage is a much better place to spend time

@CockpitScenes 8 ай бұрын

I thought you would never get off that first front end shot. Mix it up man!

@GTGarageTalk 8 ай бұрын

👍🏼

@lylegalloway4545 6 ай бұрын

You sound tired and I found myself nodding off.

@GTGarageTalk 6 ай бұрын

😴

@lionintu 3 ай бұрын

Finally someone else who knows it looks just like a Nine Inch Nails logo!

@GTGarageTalk 3 ай бұрын

😎

@LeonEaves-qr5hz 11 ай бұрын

Why do you insist showing the most expensive model which 90% of us can’t afford? I really like it, but I know I can’t afford it. What is the MSRP on all of the portages?

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

I show thé vehicles Im provided by the manufacturers. When I have dealership connections, I show other trims. Check our channel, we have several non-top-trims. In fact, tomorrow’s video is the model of Grand Highlander I figure will sell the best.

@rcairflr 10 ай бұрын

Arent' you capable of going to Kia website to see all the prices?

@LeonEaves-qr5hz 10 ай бұрын

@@rcairflr yes, but a COMPLETE review was indicated.

@Chiroman527 Жыл бұрын

Although I need to do more research about Lithium Battery powered Hybrids, my BIL a former ammunitions engineer with the Army, warns me to look elsewhere. He has a Ford Fusion Hybrid (forgot what year) which has a Nickel Cadium Hybrid battery! That's the reason he picked that model. With the major fires that erupted in EVs in Florida following Ian last early Fall (at least 25 total burnded out Homes with The EVs parked in the garage after the EV batteries got wet with Salt Water!!), and the amount of deaths caused by E-Bikes and Scooters in NYC form Lithium batteries catching fire, gives me Major Pause !!

@Ricky-mo6mv 6 ай бұрын

Yeah, but although Hybrids are catching on fire, look at how much we are saving the environment 🤔

@rufatshahbazov1326 4 ай бұрын

Kia is making such nice cars but bro why they cant make all windows auto. Its really sucks

@NewYork_NJ 11 ай бұрын

technically looks perfect for city life. but too much designed ........HM..

@rafaljankowski2807 11 ай бұрын

Piano black galore.

@GTGarageTalk 11 ай бұрын

Ya…. 🤔

@burnx45 9 ай бұрын

Piano black sucks. Manufacturers need to stop using this style now, bunch of idiot designers. Matte finish is much better.

@berrytrl1 7 ай бұрын

This car has an insane amount of NHTSA complaints compared to any other 2023 SUV in this class. Any reason not to bring that up? That's what made me decide NOT to buy one.

@GTGarageTalk 7 ай бұрын

The number of complaints can change so drastically from the time we film vehicles to when you are watching the video, and the consistency from my hand would not be there to actually include that in our video reviews, unfortunately. Also, we usually get into vehicles very early in their lifespan, so that is another reason we could not be consistent in that reporting.

@soNso2 Жыл бұрын

Right it's not a sports car. So why drive it in sport mode to pick up your son? then complain about mileage?

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

We barely drove it in sport mode.

@csguak Жыл бұрын

You can change the settings so that it doesn't revert back to climate control... Just another reviewer who never even bothered to go through the settings.😮‍💨

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

No. The question still remains, my must you choose? Over engineering at its finest.

@csguak Жыл бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk You really like more buttons on your phone?

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

No, but I like physical controls in my vehicle. 😉

@johnmartin7158 Жыл бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk. Your view is shared by the majority. I have a 2022 RAV4 Hybrid and it has quite a few physical buttons and switches. I plan to get the new generation Rav 4 6th generation late next year and I’m sure I’ll lose all those physical buttons sadly. It’s a hassle with everything on the menu and sub menu. Cheers NZ.

@michaelflude9334 3 ай бұрын

BECAUSE MAT GREY PAINT CANT USE CARWASH

@GTGarageTalk 3 ай бұрын

We like the look of it, but would probably pick a gloss if we were shopping for ourselves

@michaelflude9334 3 ай бұрын

I have one hev it's perfect disagree with your picky review

@GTGarageTalk 3 ай бұрын

Glad you love it. Enjoy!

@henrycruz45cal Жыл бұрын

I'll tell you why they didn't fix what you and a handful of others don't like. The rest of us love it. The radio and HVAC controls are programmable, so you can have it as you like. Most of us like using the steering for radio controls and we also have no problem touching an area to control it otherwise. It's simplicity but not for the simple minded. My 5 yr old grandsson figured it out just fine.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

Trust me, I figured it out fine as well. That is not the issue. My 2013 has separate knobs and is far more intuitive. You can justify it all you want, but it is still an odd choice to combine the two most used things within a vehicle into one control.

@henrycruz45cal Жыл бұрын

@GTGarageTalk I get it, not everyone can adapt as fast as others. Thank goodness I'm cut from the same cloth as my 85 yr old dad. He loved it too. He also loves the 17" screen from my Model S, super minimalistic. Quickly figured out that you can use voice commands instead of knobs. From four barrel carbs to electric vehicles. If he can appreciate it, Anyone can.

@CRM6214 Жыл бұрын

I was seriously considering the Sportage SX-Prestige until I discovered an issue which is a dealbreaker for me. There are no normal reverse back up lights on each side for other people to see. Back up lights aren’t just for you to see behind the vehicle when it’s dark. It’s also a safety feature that let others know the car is backing up when it’s daylight or dark. The Sportage has a single light in the center down low at bumper level. It shines down on the ground to benefit the back up camera. It’s barely noticeable in the daytime. Regular back up lights can also be seen from the side by other drivers when a car is backing out of a parking space at the store.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

😬

@reywhitney5449 9 ай бұрын

Thats one things that KIA really messed up......really ridiculous and stupid !!

@alexat62 6 ай бұрын

If u’re going to do a serious review, why not invest in a tripod? Selfie mode with outstretched arm just looks so amateurish I couldn’t watch the video 🤣.

@GTGarageTalk 6 ай бұрын

Thank. you for the note. We have started using a tripod in our more recent videos, but perhaps you won't think our second channel is anywhere near "amateurish" www.youtube.com/@GTPremiumReviews

@michaelflude9334 4 ай бұрын

This is an American sportage of no interest to us uk spec yes

@mrvang8077 10 ай бұрын

That looks like a centipede design. I'm not digging that car look. It just looks too funky. Too much plastic, like all these other modern vehicles. Some do look good while the rest is just weird and very out of place design.

@GTGarageTalk 10 ай бұрын

To each their own.

@Chiroman527 Жыл бұрын

You are Right!! The Climate Control /Media controls are Horrible. That just Turned me off. I would NOT be able to live with that. No. 2, Why does KIA (and their Big brother Nyundai) NOT include Power telescoping / tilt steering wheels , even on TOL models. I 've had that feature of the last 6 cars I've owned (infinitis & Acuras) - I would miss that very much. The vehicle is so sharp, feature laddened, but those Radio/ Climate controls forces me to say NO.

@vincebalaga362 Жыл бұрын

This response is regarding to your No. 2 complaint, Hyundai and Kia (even tho they are looking quite luxury in retrospect) are still an economy vehicles/brand that competes with Toyota/Honda, what you are looking for are Genesis which is the luxury brand that offers those

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

May I suggest you check out Genesis: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r5eKeqiklavaiIU.html

@shapeshifter7676 5 ай бұрын

Why do Americans pronounce Sportage and Prestige differently?

@GTGarageTalk 5 ай бұрын

🤷🏼‍♂️

@alfonsom8286 3 ай бұрын

Because we're....Americans.

@emreon3160 Жыл бұрын

The real problem is the car has no power, its very slow and weak. The turn circle radius is terrible, and the suspension is terrible, it feels like a heavy boat while driving, not so tight around bends and turns.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

I would say that is true of the non-hybrid, but it was not our experience in this hybrid model

@emreon3160 Жыл бұрын

@@GTGarageTalk it maybe because the curb mass is higher due to battery and hence they used different shocks and suspension, where can i leanr more i wonder.

@michaelflude9334 3 ай бұрын

Are Americans hard to please . I think so

@GTGarageTalk 3 ай бұрын

🤔 We loved this vehicle. Big, comfortable, efficient.

@michaelflude9334 3 ай бұрын

We.dislike this video irritateing

@GTGarageTalk 3 ай бұрын

Sorry to disappoint.

@rondel428 Жыл бұрын

I average 37 to 38 mpg's !! You are either taking off fast or you are averaging more than 60 miles an hour when you drive . You are not going to get 38 doing 70 miles an hour or being somewhat aggressive from a stop . Oh and yes i am driving in eco mode.

@GTGarageTalk Жыл бұрын

We had a lot of things working against our fuel economy, but we’re still shocked at just how low it was compared to sticker. We weren’t racing it, and barely had it in sport mode. Hot temps and long idles are most likely to blame.

@NewYorksFinest1 Жыл бұрын

I'm averaging around there also. Looking to get into the 40s

@johnmartin7158 Жыл бұрын

If you drive cautiously and conservatively and in eco, yes I believe you could get such figures. Extremely cold climates and twisty windy hilly roads and you’re down to just over 30mins. Variables are massive.