NEW Kia Sportage review - the best hybrid SUV?

NEW Kia Sportage review - the best hybrid SUV? | What Car?

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The new Kia Sportage really is new. It's got a new look, new hybrid engines, new underpinnings, a new interior, a new everything - but what's it like? Watch to find out
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Video chapters:
0:00 The new Sportage
1:22 Interior changes
3:40 Quality and rivals
5:00 Rear seats and practicality
7:22 Engines and performance
8:37 Driving impressions
9:50 10 things to know
12:22 Verdict and outro

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@whatcar 2 жыл бұрын

This or a Hyundai Tucson? 🤔

@mikedavies4387 2 жыл бұрын

Kia all day

@bmwf800r7 2 жыл бұрын

Kia

@gabrielcaramet3238 2 жыл бұрын

This

@Freebgboy 2 жыл бұрын

The Sportage looks better inside and out

@johnprescott7426 2 жыл бұрын

Kia

@granfersteve3815 2 жыл бұрын

Kia are obviously making strides in the right direction, but why do all the car reviews get done in the top of the range models. Why is it never an entry level model or just one step up, as these are the versions most people will look at purchasing?

@bigfarma6757 Жыл бұрын

My partner and I unexpectedly test drove the Kia Sportage HEV GT S line today . We originally went to test drive a Mercedes GLC , but my partner was disappointed with it after driving. We decided to go next door, in the Kia dealership , and had a look at the Sportage . We were both blown away by how good it was after driving . It was like jumping into the future . The specification was so high and comes with features like heated rear seats, heated steering wheel and remote parking , which you can’t even choose as an optional extra with the Mercedes.

@Aaron-gi1xg 3 ай бұрын

Did you end up getting one?

@girishmenon7773 2 жыл бұрын

As a proud owner of a Kia seltos, I can vouch to anyone that Kia is one of the best technically advanced progressive and user friendly auto makers in the world now.

@dearericaroman 2 жыл бұрын

I'm looking to buy one. Do you love it?

@edburke7668 2 жыл бұрын

I love my Seltos

@edburke7668 2 жыл бұрын

@@dearericaroman I love mine 💕

@t-rex6816 2 жыл бұрын

Hehe, a car that broke into two parts in an accident, thats seltos, poor built quanlity.oru seltos

@dantebg100 2 жыл бұрын

Kia is trash, especially the seltos. 😂

@dwaynewal-e8615 2 жыл бұрын

This new KIA Sportage is very well equipped, and it looks so beautiful too.

@adams7405 2 жыл бұрын

You wouldn't have thought that 10 years ago Kia would top Volkswagen and get close to BM W.

@pap_chr5063 2 жыл бұрын

It can't comete successful suvs like the 3008,ds7,gla

@OnTheRailwayOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

@@pap_chr5063 I would say it’s on par with those

@itsomarz9337 2 жыл бұрын

They didn't 😂

@pap_chr5063 2 жыл бұрын

@@OnTheRailwayOfficial now they are all better in every aspect

@harishoraon6750 2 жыл бұрын

Ncap rating is still low, check indian variants.

@yodathejedi 2 жыл бұрын

We have the specs for the kia sportage since a few days here in Sweden, plug in hybrid has battery capacity of 8.9 kW which is 49km WLTP (max range on electricity only), the hybrid has 1,56kW battery. Bettery weight is 117kg or 33kg on the hybrid.

@majogl188 2 жыл бұрын

OMG i love the green colour! Green has been noticably absent in recent years from most lineups, i'm glad it's returning (like on Peugeot 308, Kia cars, etc).

@p13677 2 жыл бұрын

Hope KIA will not make it exclusive color for the hybrid trims!

@kaylayangx 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t even like green, but I agree that this one is v pretty

@brettooops7663 2 жыл бұрын

Nice but strange decision by Kia not to offer adaptive suspension in UK...

@adriananzano2292 2 жыл бұрын

true especially knowing the quality of british roads

@bear1160 2 жыл бұрын

i feel bad about that.. in Korea, adaptive suspension has gotten a lot of compliments. i hope they add the feature to upcoming products

@andrewmarsden1970 2 жыл бұрын

Kia are now there. That looks an excellent package.

@marcinsobczak2485 2 жыл бұрын

i just bought tucson with the same engine configuration (hev 230) and I chose it because it doesn't have cvt like toyotas and fords. Torque converter automatic in this configuration isn't jerky at all, smoothest ride I've ever had.

@rockyboy976 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Mate. Did u say only the GT line comes with a black colored roof in Europe? I like the two color concept and wanted to check.... Please let me know. Thanks.

@paulg32 Жыл бұрын

Had one of these for a few months now. Great car! Good to drive and the electric motor/petrol combination gives good performance. My only niggles would be that the heater vents don't have the usual rotary shut off wheel so can be a little draughty even when closed. Also with the heating fan set to auto, I get whistling through the vents when it is trying to cool the car down. One other pain is the middle rear seat belt hanging down from the roof. There is nothing to fix it in place so it just rattles over bumps. Other than that, build quality isn't bad but I would say the German brands are still ahead.

@varsas10 Жыл бұрын

What range do you realistically get on electric alone? I assume you can 'lock' it in electric only so the petrol engine won't start? Thanks.

@windinthewillows6248 2 жыл бұрын

Given the state of UK roads, its criminal that KIA UK feel that the British public don’t need adaptive suspension. KIA may well have produced a great car, only to be let down by the importers lack of foresight.

@alfamonk 2 жыл бұрын

having driven an XC40 (first edition) i'm amazed at the interior comments. The XC was so plain, there was nothing there apart from the screen which i hated the graphics of - looked like some generic Google menu to me.

@TheodorTosho 2 жыл бұрын

New XC40 screen is disappointing to say the least. I was looking for a new family car and was going to buy new Skoda Octavia, but the waiting period was too long for me. Went to Ford, Peugeot (new 308 sw looks amazing), VW,...same story. Volvo, Hyundai and KIA were the only brands that could get me a car in 30 days. So I tested XC40, Sportage and Hyundai Tucson. Sportage was my choice. It looks amazing, outside and inside. Nice ride, good quality, decent booth. This is all subjective opinion of course. But I find it odd that UK version hasn't got adaptive suspension...

@donjorge8329 2 жыл бұрын

I don't like SUVs...but I have to admit, this one looks really good. And I love the colour!

@spencerharvey8044 2 жыл бұрын

Have ordered a trim 3. 1.6 manual. Picking up tomorrow!!

@deadstreet1675 2 жыл бұрын

They have completely nailed it... and stunning in that colour.. shame its way out if my price range.. maybe in 5 years and will see what the value is like.

@philgolding8352 2 жыл бұрын

Really like the look of the new Sportage. For me it would be the plug in hybrid as I’m not quite ready for a full electric car. I currently have an Xceed plug in and it’s an amazing car. Be really interested to find out the range of the new battery as I get 34 from the Xceed.

@mattsmith429 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Do we know whether the car has got wired or wireless apple car play ??

@666DW 2 жыл бұрын

KIA have done a good job on what appears to be an aesthetically pleasing and modern SUV. I think not having adaptive suspension as a standard or even optional choice is a big mistake given the state of the UK’s roads. One other observation is the cheap and nasty plastic boot trim on a car costing anything up to £40,000+ in the U.K. which appears to be a common design in all of KIA’s cars even the EV6, which IMO is unacceptable in cars in this price bracket.

@taylorbee4010 2 жыл бұрын

It looks way too much like the Sorento to me. People are going to get them confused

@scna4653 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, no adaptive suspension is one of the biggest reasons why I'm looking elsewhere.

@joshbacon8241 2 жыл бұрын

So why isn’t the adaptive suspension offered on the Sportage in the UK like it is in Europe and other markets?

@scna4653 2 жыл бұрын

@@joshbacon8241 my bad. Lexus have given a rundown, adaptive variable suspension comes standard on the f sport

@TheodorTosho 2 жыл бұрын

Our (EU) version has got adaptive suspension. I ordered mine 5 days ago...

@johnprescott7426 2 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for your review, excellent, got the 4th gen, after the 5th. Good trainers too!!

@georgebogdan397 2 жыл бұрын

I am job

@anthonydiamond906 2 жыл бұрын

I noticed his comments about the gear box being jerky in the sportage, its the same in the current 2020/21 model. Sad to see they haven't changed that in the new car.

@W_1_3_7 2 жыл бұрын

May I ask, what camera equipment(including lens for sure), been used to film this video? I really like details and looks like it's not just comes from post, but it's mainly from the camera :)

@nickshayan6633 2 жыл бұрын

truly unbiased review and telling the truth ,interesting ,thanks

@rinbine2713 2 жыл бұрын

unbiased? see the his another review(esp. honda or volvo). He is biased.

@skytechm07 2 жыл бұрын

Does it have spare tire for hybrid version Thank you

@glennmiddleditch7076 2 жыл бұрын

Just waiting for one to come to a showroom then I'm ordering one!

@ocnblu 2 жыл бұрын

I wish we could get this "short" version here in the USA.

@fpvflyer4758 2 жыл бұрын

The pricing for these hybrids, and electric vehicles as a whole, is what turns many people off. What a car owner would have saved in fuel, he/she is paying up front with a higher initial price tag at the stealership.

@andrewgates9518 9 ай бұрын

This as trim level 3, or ford kuga st line x, I'm so torn... plz help

@rcairflr 7 ай бұрын

@2:41 > For me it is easier to just look at the speed on the Nav display

@malidawgz5690 2 жыл бұрын

apple car play /android auto WIRELESS still not available with the big screeens?

@FernandoRamosJr 2 жыл бұрын

Is the Seltos 2022 will get the Sportage facelift?

@adebiyi5398 Жыл бұрын

Please how Many km can be drive on EV plug hybrid in Europe made?

@andrewplayer800 2 жыл бұрын

Yep as others have said, Kia and Hyundai are really turning into major players now, some lovely cars with excellent quality, especially the likes of Iconic 5 and EV6. This Sportage looks great. But why do we in the UK always, it seems, not get what other markets get, IE the adaptive suspension on this and no ivory leather in the Citroen C4 or C5x . A

@jrushen4235 2 жыл бұрын

Because the UK is now a small market...

@oliverstemp9132 2 жыл бұрын

Because British buyers are insane and just want big wheels instead of a nice ride.

@willahmad437 2 жыл бұрын

I just don't get it, why many cars here in the UK are tier 2 models as compared to other countries, not only KIA but Toyota RAV-4 also missing tons of Tech options in the UK versions as compared to other countries but price-wise, it's the same or more.

@thebombshellmale 2 жыл бұрын

Brazil's reality with cars and versions can be even worse! Trust me, its disappointing!

@dinohermann1887 2 жыл бұрын

@@thebombshellmale Brazil is not a rich country, though.

@GoldenMat1992 2 жыл бұрын

Great review👍

@craigwrapson3449 2 жыл бұрын

Wonder if the 7spd DCT still has the clutch judder when pulling away and also the excessive slippage from 1st to 2nd ?

@whcchief 2 жыл бұрын

Yep

@trevorthomas2373 2 жыл бұрын

I am driving my fourth 7spd DCT Sportage from new and I have never experienced any of this. The only problem I have experienced is........I have to keep topping up the fuel tank to keep it going. LOL

@officialMainspring Жыл бұрын

why couldn't Kia give us this smaller version here in the US? I love it! and that paint! OMG!!!

@fabriziodangelo9981 2 жыл бұрын

Buonasera, consumi della Fullhybrid? Grazie.

@joshbacon8241 2 жыл бұрын

Why isn’t the Sportage going to be offered with adaptive suspension in the UK like it is in Europe and other markets?

@georgefaulk2528 Жыл бұрын

What model year is this?

@knowledgeishere5072 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Very thorough. I like how you compare to the competitors. You give perspective. I also like how you provide an opinion and explain the reasons. I watch many reviews and you are what the others lack.

@shinekthomas1979 2 жыл бұрын

any plugin hybrid version?

@jtmusic830 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. If it’s not a CVT gearbox ( which I’ve had before and really dislike) what is it?

@mowuvz3672 2 жыл бұрын

DCT

@dantebg100 2 жыл бұрын

CVT is the worst transmission ever. Get the torque converter version with 230hp. And Kia dct is probably not as good as VW wet dct transmission

@ruudkraan7072 2 жыл бұрын

My KIA E SOUL, INLOVE THIS CAR. KIA IS REALLY SUPER, NO PROBLEMS AND DRIVE SUPER!!!!

@fazio-blockz1889 2 жыл бұрын

When is it coming to NA?

@stephantranquille6681 2 жыл бұрын

Very good looking vehiclev and is well appointed too. I believe it will do well again. Great review, than you.

@ryant2568 2 жыл бұрын

I know manufacturers want that clean dash look but I wish they would leave us with physical buttons and dials for the things we regularly use like volume and climate control.

@jjgermancarsdontsignal7746 2 жыл бұрын

Why are we not getting the long wheel base version that looks a lot nicer.The same goes for the Sorento here in Europe where we don't get the option of the X line which is by far the best looking version.I really like the new Kia Carnival but guess what,we won't be able to get it in Europe too.

@taylorbee4010 2 жыл бұрын

This car went from being an alternative to the Sorento looks wise to me, to something that's just a Sorrento with a different front and a slightly different engine

@davidviner5783 2 жыл бұрын

Very competent reviewer.

@marlenemcadam1460 Жыл бұрын

What do you recommend for a smaller hybrid car?

@cornishrider 2 жыл бұрын

There is a button on the steering wheel that puts a large digital speed readout between the dials, thus solving your issue

@ib7409 Жыл бұрын

The K3 version has a slightly smaller drivers display (information display is larger). The smaller drivers display is clearly visible through the steering wheel. PS. For frequent long journeys diesel is still your only man.

@keithsmith8525 2 жыл бұрын

I have a test drive booked!😍

@shamkhan8693 2 жыл бұрын

Hi how much price this car??

@boxer1129 2 жыл бұрын

Great colour too!

@juwon1234 2 жыл бұрын

How come we don't get the larger size over here? Also will it be possible to get the larger size by importing and will kia support it? need to know.

@itsnick37 2 жыл бұрын

Larger size? Sportage? The Sorento is next size up I don’t think Sportages change size but I’m in USA so I can be wrong…

@juwon1234 2 жыл бұрын

@@itsnick37 you are very wrong my good sir. There is a Sorento which is the same as the Santa Fe and a Sportage the same as the Tussan. But for some reason, in Korea and USA, the size for Sportage is bigger. Will say the same size and the Peugeot 5008.

@acceleratedriving 2 жыл бұрын

Please review basic versions sometime, rather than top of range... Ref inabiliby to see speed,, is there a digital option for this in the speedo / instrument binnacle. Alternatively, note the speed on most satnav applications Waze is most excellent...

@mowuvz3672 2 жыл бұрын

Manufacturers always market their top trim only. Marketing trick to make people buy most profitable model.

@pro7070 2 жыл бұрын

I sure like that green...doesn't appear to be available in the US though.

@philipwookey599 2 жыл бұрын

Best to review the mid range model, not one that costs over £40,000.

@campo2309 2 жыл бұрын

This or a Lexus NX? This KIA seems to be a good buy actually...

@PicekRudly 2 жыл бұрын

Kia all the way, even tho Lexus is amazing Kia looks so much better 😁

@dantebg100 2 жыл бұрын

They are both trash 😂

@Groaznic 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my god that green colour YES PLES!

@furayboy2 2 жыл бұрын

7:30 into this video before I got to see what the rear of the car looked like in a passing panning shot. You literally went to the back of the car and started with the boot open 😂

@kinocchio 2 жыл бұрын

Kia and Hyundai are both doing well but I've got my eyes on Genesis. 😎

@jansenwilder1335 2 жыл бұрын

Yes.. the Hot GV70 2.5L will be enough.

@x3merx3mer 2 жыл бұрын

2:39 no head-up display?? i'm loving it in my car. Only Peugeot can get away without it, since their screen goes above the steering wheel anyway

@christopherprose3881 2 жыл бұрын

A quirky design that will not appeal to everyone. Still, I think it's refreshing but it may not age well. Overall, yet another great product from KIA. As a brand, they are on a roll, putting out vehicles that should keep the competition worried. Great review!

@auraman1000 2 жыл бұрын

Nice design, the only thing that spoils it is the engine range they all seem to be gas guzzlers 33 mpg for petrol 44 mpg for the diesel they need a 1.3 option like Nissan, Citroen, and Puegot more economy but still plenty of power, not everyone wants to pull a trailer.

@barryrigby1568 5 ай бұрын

We got a Sportage 3 NEC in March 2023. Now Kia are supposed to have a 7 year warranty. After only Three months the front passenger seat had faded in one part of the seat. Kia will not do anything about it and say it's just wear. I would think a seat should last longer than that. So much for a Seven Year Warrenty

@jasonjarosz5897 2 жыл бұрын

I really wish auto manufacturers would keep physical controls for common items like HVAC controls and major infotainment buttons. Capacitive touch doesn't work well with gloves or dry skin, and on rough roads it can be be difficult to hit the right touch control when your arm is bouncing around. With physical controls you can at least have your hand on the button without it activating yet. I'll be in the market for a hybrid crossover later this year and if the new CR-V's controls are like the new Civic's (physical HVAC, some physical infotainment) then I won't even bother looking at the Hyundai Tucson or Kia Sportage.

@macvos Жыл бұрын

At least the temperature control for both the driver and front passenger are physical rotary dials.

@sudstahgaming 2 жыл бұрын

All the new cars these days are amazing 2020 decade is doing a generational leap and why can we not big the adaptive suspension in uk

@therealjeffg 2 жыл бұрын

Fuel economy?

@AR-zr1om 2 жыл бұрын

That colour is brilliant

@reachforthesky1576 Жыл бұрын

Impressive reviewer

@slugger7440 2 жыл бұрын

This trumps the Tuscon self charging hybrid as you can get it with AWD.

@ededdynova Жыл бұрын

I hate the touch screen buttons for heating etc….. as the blood thing turned up without heated seats or wheel so have to wear gloves, i too can’t see the screen as its mount too low so steering wheel blocks the screen

@Paul-kw1og 2 жыл бұрын

Kids are well built and reliable. Having owned Kia, Toyota, Hyundai , Kia is the more advanced on a tech level. Toyota need a lot of catching up to do and play on their name brand. 9 out 10 for Sportage.

@NakisaSoltanKashefi 2 жыл бұрын

What a shame that like Tucson, it doesn't have a HUD.

@aivasilas 2 жыл бұрын

I think this version in Europe has 7 speed DCT and not a 6 speed automatic.

@AndreiCoraV 2 жыл бұрын

7DCT for mild-hibrid and 6AT for full hybrid. Same as for Tucson.

@mrsingh-20 Жыл бұрын

I didn't get the comparison between sportage and peugeot 5008? Sportage is 5 seater and 5008 is 7 seater.

@davidobrien2437 Жыл бұрын

am waiting for new top of the range to be delivered

@flaw3dgenius222 2 жыл бұрын

38k for the GTs Line? Thats absolutely mental for a Sportage

@rjbrimage1970 2 жыл бұрын

So close to an EV6, if you can get hold of one....🤔

@muresansergiubohdan 2 жыл бұрын

How do you think it compares to the Ford Kuga hybrid in terms of ride quality and engine / drive train?

@stevebelieves Жыл бұрын

Kia keeps taking it's game next level

@sanjsharma9903 2 жыл бұрын

I prefer the Hyundai Tucson the lights on the front look really good

@edopoljarevic7844 2 жыл бұрын

Still doughting between this or CR-V? Any sugestions?

@Mikeyp1054 2 жыл бұрын

Saw the car in the uk today,very attractive car,the only thing we're the seats they were rock hard and had a very small base like the ford kuga didn't support under the knees etc they should have an extension and the rear seats were strangely short of the door cards and felt like you were going to tip to the side,shame really.other than that it's pretty decent loads of kit

@jazzip2989 2 жыл бұрын

great piece of machine...well done Kia👍👍👍👍👍

@serbanhv9338 2 жыл бұрын

Why compare Sportage with XC40? XC40 part of an in between category and Kia has XCeed which has almost the same measurements with XC40

@rajindernijjer 2 жыл бұрын

I've got old 1.6 48v and it is brilliant but car I've ever had puts the Germans to shame it's bullet proof.

@bluecardholder 2 жыл бұрын

Cant wait to get my order in to replace my Qashqai which at 5 years old is starting to play up..

@peterenerst6492 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy this car alot. You intend to get one too?

@TheSpies2 2 жыл бұрын

Ordered one in feb it arrived its in kent but they cant register it because it has no emissions figures so they tax it without these figures i cant have it.

@brianwitton5061 2 жыл бұрын

In the new Kia adverts it shows a back camera which you can see from the dash,also is there a reverse camera fitted .not a very good review.

@Fastwunz 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that looks rather smart

@CumBrianFries 2 жыл бұрын

This thing is a beauty through and through.

@dbank6107 2 жыл бұрын

Wants to be for 40 grand

@Bawdale 2 жыл бұрын

@@dbank6107 By the end of 2022, 40k will feel like peanuts. What do you think real inflation is right now.

@mbal4052 2 жыл бұрын

@@Bawdale glass half empty type of guy aren’t you

@m.henawy 2 жыл бұрын

are you sure it's bigger than the tiguan ?

@watchalot919 Жыл бұрын

I really don't like the radio/heater controls, and believe it is a step backwards from the previous design

@kevinreilly9482 2 жыл бұрын

Love that colour

@krackerman3628 2 жыл бұрын

Have they improved that painfully harsh suspension?

@itsnick37 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I have 2018 sportage I only kept it because car prices skyrocketed but I’m not impressed… I’m looking at Mazda in the future. Would love to get newer rav4 but don’t think they are anything special either. Gas isn’t good enough in 4runner which is what I really want…. Same with trucks….