The 2023 Kia Sportage Is Bigger, Softer, And Bursting With Tech
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- čas přidán 30. 04. 2022
- For Kia's latest generation of Sportage the designers decided their RAV4 competitor needed more of everything. More cargo room, more legroom, more tech, bigger screens, more off-road capability and better fuel economy. The one thing it las less of? Oddly enough that's "sport" as this is the softest and most comfortable Sportage ever,=.
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I like the updated Kia Sportage. I especially like the 8-speed over a CVT that so many cross-overs have.
Glad they didn’t make the large DRL the turn signals; it would’ve been a left arrow indicating to turn right lol. Same mishap as the Mini Countryman rear indicators 🤓
The countryman’s design crew had one job 😅
I’m curious why haven’t any manufacturer make an actual arrow turn signal?
As is, that blinker makes me think my wi-fi disconnected.
Xa
I love the design. Looks fresh and unique.
Maybe they couldn't make the boomerang the turn signal because it would look like an arrow pointing in the wrong direction. Might be confusing in a rear view mirror at night.
While the design isn’t for me, I appreciate that Kia is trying to make distinctive vehicles that don’t just look like every other car on the road.
It's not amazing, but next to the outgoing (for North America) 4th gen model, seems like a big improvement to me. I was never a fan of the "frog eyes" Sportage. Sorento is a bit better looking.
Other cars (ahem, bmw and skoda) are now copying kia's design cues, like kia's Tiger Nose grille
I've always been a harsh critic of Kia but I think they have a winner here...well done Kia!
Finally someone that takes it on the dirt trails at a good speed👍
Looks stable and under control.
Looks bad in images, but definitely good in person. Those that don't like it, have a look in person. I had the same thoughts when Palisade and tucson were launched.
Picked my up on Thursday. It’s great
We turned in out 2020 Sportage Lease for a 2023 LX Sportage. It is night and day different. very smooth, very quite. tons of space.
Hey Alex, regarding to the stats for the size (rear headroom, combined legroom etc.), I think it would very useful to do a measurement on the rear seating area width.
I kinda like the idea of the shared control panel that switches between general buttons and climate control; but I think it would be better if there were ridges in between the 'buttons' to make it easier when reaching without looking. Just a little bit of definition between the button touch points.
I’m disappointed in the omission of the ‘vehicle size’ comparison diagram usually displayed in your segments that bring a clear perspective and an important one. I find that a missed opportunity but will continue to subscribe to your entertaining and informative channel.
This seems like a rushed press junket review compared to when he has a vehicle at home with him for the week.
Wait for rhe full review.
I like it, BUT … Kia needs to banish those gloss black interior bits to Uranus.
Kia sportage is growing up day by day .this kia is sleek designed and also elegent
Rizwan from UAE
Great video as usual ! I have a dilemma, I’m going to purchase a Sportage hybrid SX Prestige or a Mini Countryman S all4. Love the Mini small size/ fun factor and I love the Kia tech. Can’t decide, any thoughts?
Keep up the great job your doing.
I saw this new Sportage in a parking garage on the same floor when where we parked. It looks better than the previous design.
“Market adjustment” on dealers that paid for the vehicle when costs were low are absolute bullshit. Don’t do business which those clowns.
It is worse at Toyota and Honda then the Kia dealers in my area. Toyota wanted 8 grand, the Kia we have coming was $795 with tint included.
These came out after pandemic-caused shortages. No dealer bought them when they were cheaper.
I got me a SX prestige and I am really in love with my vehicle. Needed a large/higher vehicle but not huge, coming from Accord. So roomie, drives great, and looks amazing.
a month later, how’s your sportage holding up? looking to get one but am scared of system/engine failures, etc.
@@Sekkzc honestly I felt the same way. Still loving it but I am testing Kia for the first time. I always been a Honda person. The ride is nice but you should test drive it. I never drive it in ECO cuz it rides weird. Normal and sport drive is the best. AC is not as cold as my Honda. I use to freeze in 1 on my Accord. It’s not bad just got use to my ice box Honda. (I am from Florida). I do love the tech and the look. If your not sure, I would wait for the CRV (hopefully they update the design) and u can test drive both. No mechanical problems but it’s only been 2 1/2 months and 2000 miles
@@yourcatalyst22 i too am coming from a honda lol! is there anything i should know regarding this car? how’s the sound system? is it good on gas? do the cooled seats help with the extreme heat in florida for you? etc.
@@Sekkzc I am making about 29 mpg so far. We did one long trip and it went up to 30 but honestly it’s not as good as my accord that did 32. But it is a SUV so I’m happy. Sound system is wayyy better than my Honda. Honestly it was the only thing I hated from my Honda. I only switched because I needed a high vehicle. Feel safer. Cool seats are better than my accord too! Yes it works great. No heads up display but that screen, u won’t even care. No heated seats on the back but in Florida it didn’t matter. No all weather Mat yet :( only thing to keep in mind, they try to sell u one the 100,000 mile warranty but that’s only covered if u do everything with the dealer. Oil change and 15,000 / 30,000 etc maintenance
@@yourcatalyst22 given how bizarre the car looks, do you get a lot of looks? lol. and also do you feel it’s underpowered?
8:39, interesting how the blacks are more true on the gauge cluster, versus the infotainment. Maybe two different suppliers?
Wish we got the short wheelbase model as well!
I love my Kia X-Pro. It’s 🔥🎯hopefully Kia can do a software upgrade to increase the pull off acceleration if possible. This is definitely a winner. I’ve been following your reviews for a while too, you do a very well detailed analysis, and in my opinion you’re becoming one of the Top reputable and knowledgeable journalists. Thumbs up 👍🏾 to you Sir.
Hey Alex, when will you be taking a look at the Genesis GV60? It’s by far the most interesting EV to date for me.
The set and forget temperature is related to those four buttons to the left of the NAV/Fan buttons (Auto) and is a way to change knob function with most used conditioning buttons. I think it’s a great clean design. The gloss/smudge black is not so clean. 🤦🏻♂️
Guess beauty truly is in the eyes of the beholder. I like the design.
5k markup on the SX Prestige (hybrid) trim in my area.
Are you planning on doing an in-depth hybrid review?
Do they still come with the exploding engine feature?
The new “Smartstream” engines don’t have any issues with fires. Totally different from the Theta engines.
This definitely looks better than the new RAV4.
What's Up by 4 Non Blondes...the song on the radio as I had my first alcohol in high school 🤣
How much bigger is compare to a 2016 Mazda CX5? Our current CX5 is very reliable, but on long road trips its cramp, back seat don't recline and I'm 6'1. Also since we mostly do city, we average 19 to 20 mpgs, so we are thinking between a Hybrid EX shortage AWD or a EX sorrento. Hopefully I can find a dealer whoe doesn't mark up by the end of the year.
I guess the Seltos is practically the actual heir to the Sportage's class.
Hmmmm I liked what I was seeing of the design change but the drift away from the 'sporty' SUV is not one I appreciate. Still, the Hybrid and PHEV options are attractive.
Nice vehicle, disappointed they eliminated the power folding mirrors availability.
Alex, can you believe they didn’t add wireless car play to their top trims. Unbelievable. Also when you do full review I hope you do your usual cabin noise measurement.
I think that’s related to screen size. With 8 inch displays in the u.s., you get wireless carplay, otherwise you have to plug it in. something to do with kia’s new OS
This is a common for many automakers with the larger screen sizes. My guess is they haven't figured out how to update that big of a screen with acceptable speed wirelessly.
Hyundai group is having issues with Google Apple and their Nav systems, big screen means integrated Nav, maybe its Garmin like many other auto manufacturers. But it is a legal issue conundrum.
Aren't you forced to get the panoramic glass roof if you get the PHEV? I'd like a top trim, but I don't want a panoramic glass roof. Do they even offer a normal sized sun roof?
The prefer that the front turn signal and daytime running light are separate.
Alex, That is certainly an impressive allotment of head and leg room. I hope the people in charge of designing the next RAV4 are taking notes. 🤔
They aren’t. The Kia Sportage has ended the next rav4 😂.
Toyota has no reason to care. They sell massive numbers of RAV4s, many times more than Kia sells Sportages. The RAV4 has long been a bit cramped, and buyers don't seem to mind.
The only problem I have with my 2023 Kia Sportage EX Hybrid is that the safety warning sounds on things like blind spot monitoring and lane departure are so soft that I can barely hear them, let alone react.
No more 2.0T engine option? Isn't that a step back in power?
Kind of interesting on my personal preference of EXTERNAL looks - but I actually go back and forth between Kia and Hyundai when climbing the SUV size chart.
K Seltos
H Tucson
K Sorento
H Palisade
Never been a fan of the Kona.
Seltos obviously has some slight Kona influence in parts of the body (not surprising) but it kind of looks like a Sorento and a Rogue had a baby.
Tucson is just flat out amazing (purely my opinion )and the Sportage just has too much….. funk I guess you would say, for me anyways.
Sorento was very well designed and I love the DRL’s!
Santa Fe has some attractive points but the grill just doesn’t do it for me.
Telluride and Palisade is almost right down the middle but I favor the Palisade ever so slightly. (Although I’m a little unsure about the new facelift of the ‘sade)
All-in-All, from my perspective, these sister brands should be proud of some these designs they’re producing for the varying segments.
Yes, there’s no argument that there tends to be a sense of controversy in quite of a few of their designs (this Sportage is a clear example)… but, honestly, that’s something I’m okay with. I’d rather have these companies push the limit and experiment than to simple blend in.
I drive down the road and 90% of the time - the mainstream cars that catch my eye are from Kia and Hyundai. (My favorite to see in the nighttime is the Tucson)
Why does mine (2023 X-Line Limited - Canada - gas) have paddle shifters, and yours doesn't?
Also, the climate/audio panel can be set so one is dominant, and it will always revert back. Press, and hold, the button to set.
When you describe this vehicle (and others) as " soft ", what exactly do you mean by that ???
This mid size SUV are perfect for the city in PHEV versions, enough EV range for a day and for anything else just run the engine.
The large slot on the back of the front seat headrest appears to be a tablet/iPad holder.
Funny idea. Hate to see what would happen when the driver braked.
L W on KBB said it was quieter than an NX Hybrid...which I sampled the UX Hybrid as well and both have run flats. Is the run flats required or can each trim level be ordered without them? Caveat: I've test driven the Sportage HEV and the base leathered Tucson and the Sportage seems more quiet.
But what i worry about is if kia engine is better than lexus.
@JIMMY Probably not yet. Think Toyota and Lexus should figure out how to stay away from turbocharging in their hybrids. I'd rather have one without. Seems like hybrids are often more reliable why mess it up with boost.
Piano black is _always_ a mistake for car interior trim.
So there is that.
Looks good for now but I worry that like all Kias and Hyundais, the style probably won't age well.
I agree I miss the old one honestly
Boomerang headlights won't age well
@@James-il3tq
However the sword line style thing has become so popular feels like it’s on most cars now
Kia dealer in Escondido, CA, in North San Diego county, had the top end Sportage, in fact they ONLY had this single Sportage, with a "market adjustment" window sticker putting approximately $10,000 OVER MSRP!! So it was over $49,000!! OUTRAGEOUS!!! Plus they had another sticker that added several thousand dollars more of just BS crap! Couldn't believe the price and couldn't believe they had only 1 Sportage on lot. In fact they had almost NO NEW cars on lot. Was almost all used cars and then hardly any of them!
My kia dealer has everything marked $10k above MSRP. I am not going to spend Lexus money on a KIA.
Kia dealers in bay area are easily adding 5K over sticker price.
In my local kia dealership, 50K used Honda Accord, 40K used last generation Hyundai Sonata, 60K Kia Niro EV in the show room, even after negotiation, they still asking for 37K for a used last generation Kia Optima. I easily walk away without hesitation.
I feel this is one of Kia’s design that are a little bit too weird. I am not that huge fan of the the front but the technology is really nice
Look like a cheap Mitsubishi
Which one do you think is more reliable , problem free and more comfortable this kia sportage or nissan rogue 2022 for owning for at least for 5 years ?
For what it's worth, Consumer Reports rates both the 2018 Rogue and the 2018 Sportage as 3 out of 5 in reliability - or about average. That said, these new models are quite different in many ways, so how those 2018 models held up is only a hint to how the new ones will do.
@@markmiller3279 Gotta say Mark, I appreciate your forward, no nonsense replies. Thanks man.
So everyone is uploading I see.
front blinkers looks like upside down wifi’s
The engine is definitely underpowered for this class of SUV. Making it 7 inches longer was a very good thing but by doing that they also added weight . It takes nearly 10 seconds to get from 0 to 60 which is a severe strain to the motor . The vehicle also has a lot of wind noise but gets a little better if you fully close the sun shade on the panoramic sun roof . Being the top in its class you would also expect real leather on the seats and not the synthetic leather. It is also advertised as having a mid locking differential but someone from marketing is mincing words because it doesn't have one . The all terrain tires are over glorified because they are at the very bottom of all terrain tires . Lastly , the PREMIUM 8 speaker stereo is far from being premium . Not hardly any bass and sound definition is almost non existent . There are many cool little electronic features but that isn't enough to pay out their MSRP IMO.These are just a few of the things they do not tell you ,but better for you to judge yourself.
I've seen from other comparisons that the Sportage does not have wireless car play/Android auto. That is a feature I use everday in my current vehicle. I'm wondering if the hybrid model will upgrade, and also hybrids are super hot now...
It will not be in the 2023 year in the hybrid. Maybe next year?
Rumors say it may be an update in the future but who knows. Only the Kia 8" system does wireless at the moment.
@@AAutoBuyersGuide the rogue has the VC turbo 3 cylinder for this year 0 to 60 in 7.5 seconds up to 37 on the highway
Base model and lower trims have it with the 8 inch display just not the top of the line display. Poor man wins on this one for a change!
Coming from working as a design engineer in the electronics industry I would not be surprised if the digital side of the RF interface is built in to the processor for this feature. The lower end processor may have it built in and the higher end one is still waiting on the next gen chip. I know this seems odd but creating new versions of chips takes a lot of NRE and it is unlikely they were designed in parallel.
Will wait for engine fire resolution before buying a Kia.
I call it the “the Kia jock itch”
I would 100% buy it if it didn't look like Roz off of Monsters Inc.
It's weird that the Hyundai Tucson with the same drivetrain can tow up to 3500 lbs
Thank you for your review Alex. The KIA Sportage interior really nice. The exterior is fugly. Hyundai Tucson is a better looking vehicle inside and out. But I cannot get used to all that lighting to much on these Korean vehicles. Keep it simple and elegant car manufacturers and designers.
@Alex on Autos. Which do you prefer between the Tucson and Sportage? Which one looks better?
Uh, for this your own eyes are a good guide. Plenty of pictures of each are available.
Last video for the mountain garden was 9 months ago, is that channel dead?
Pretty low fuel economy for the segment. 187hp and only 25mpg is disappointing.
The Hybrid is a no brainer IMO.
im guessing it has a rear wiper?
Yes, hidden top under the rear windshield lip.
I wish they made a fully electric version
@Ululu Kululu Agreed, China is doing big things with EVs. Although, I am totally ok with the US wanting battery material independence from China. Mostly because of how dirty battery materials from China can be.
Walk out of the dealership if they try to markup over MSRP! I walked out of Toyota when they did.
I'm in the market for a new car. I'm not playing that game. These are tough times for mostly everyone!
Great design, and space for humans
187 horses?
Y a w n.
Typical in this segment buy 25mpg pretty poor compared to competition. No option of more powerful gas engine also disappointing.
It's supposed to be the base model. The most power you're going to get in a base model in this segment is 203 in the RAV4.
@@James-il3tq More power in the hybrid, which is what we ordered.
Still can't digest the front fascia
Even a boomer wouldn't like those boomerang headlights
Nor can I. Cuz it's uglier than sin. Nasty looking vehicle.
“High reliability in modern Kias”, not sure about this Alex. Their engines have been catching fire, and Kia/ Hyundai have asked their customers not to park their cars in the garage. The recall is affecting 5.6 million vehicles from 2012-2019.
Kia is doing an excellent job listening to consumer giving them amazing looking cars but I would refrain from crediting them with “high reliability”.
That the kia Telluride that can catch on fire 🔥 I have a kia for 7 yrs great car
@@paulettebarran6103 Do you have 2023 sportage? How is the engine doing?
The climate/ Media it’s a button in middle hold it and it’ll ask you which you prefer.
Next car purely for msrp, cargo space and fuel economy
The dealer in my area wouldn’t go below 7k over MSRP
Ain't diggin' the alien eyes
I test drove a 23 sportage x pro prestige, i was not impressed. Alot of road noise, no power, rode like a lumber wagon.. ended up buying a CX 50 premium plus…
Great choice! The CX-50 is a fantastic vehicle. What color did you get?
@@moloono1 I drove sportage which was quiet
Vegan leather = vinyl. In the old days that was the cheapest model trim.
Why not just give you cloth trim?
Have you checked it out? Many new vehicles are moving away from leather. I see few complaints.
Pleather plastic leather. They have cloth trim. I want something easily cleanable. Cloth soaks up all the nasty you wish you coukd wipe away.
Im gonna wait another year to observe this car.. who knows its has hidden problems ..
Kia is always near the top of the initial quality survey. I think they won the last two years.
Took a big step back in terms of design
Yep. This is one of the f-ugliest vehicles ever designed. Inside and out.
I'm perfectly happy with my 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness and its 9.2 inches of ground clearance.
lol your offroad black sticker package
I keep trying to like the looks but it’s a tremendous let down. The proportions are way off. I have seen reviews online and seen this vehicle on the road. The previous generation was often visually referred to as Porsche Macan ish, this one looks more like a jelly bean. The front looks different but just ok. It isn’t enough to even make my consideration list.
Why would I have to go to a ev buyers guide when I want info on a hybrid? No thanks I’ll just lookup someone else
Kia doesn't even mind a bit before stealing the front end copied from Mitsubishi's SUV prototype model especially headlight curves in Toronto Auto Show few years ago. So So CHEAP!
I wouldnt give you a nickel for a kimche mobile
Too bad Kia a d Hyundai engines crater themselves by 100k. There is now a class section law suite.
That was years ago. I think it was settled in 2019.
There is a new one just announced. Issues with pistons.
Anyone can bring a lawsuit. That tells nothing about anything.
I’ve owned a number of Sportages. My last was a ‘17 SX. In my opinion, Kia ruined it! The Sportage always had a very unique look and stood out among all the other SUVs. But now, it looks like every other SUV out there. The SUV segment is getting boring, every one looks the same. That’s why I drive a Volvo V60 now!
The SUV segment has been boring for a long time and is still the most boring segment
Um
A face only a mother could love. Rear end looks like an Aztek. Horrendous.
ruined by huge mark-ups
Shop around, our hybrid is coming in at $795 over sticker but that includes tint. Way less markup than what Toyota wants here.
187 hp? Next!
And ''oh crap'' much less reliable than even previous gen with that rotten G4NN.
4 Non Blondes... hope that was a random selection. Yeesh. The day the music died.
Lol My 2020 Mazda CX-30 Premium still beats this thing except for space. The seats and padding is way more comfortable and it handles better.
Great review as always Alex.
Your Mazda is a dinosaur compared to this. Did you see those high tech displays that look like they came straight out of a Benz? Meanwhile, yall Mazda drivers are paying MORE, and getting analog gauges and no touch screens 💀
@@eBikify Well said Chris, and the plastic cladding all around CX-50 AND CX-30, hideous imo
It handles better because it's puny compared to this. And weighs a lot less too. apples and oranges
Not sure I like how he split off some reviews to some other channel. Cars are cars. And pretty soon most vehicles will be electrified anyway. Might as well keep all the content in one place.
The regular rav4 with 200hp gets way better mpg than this
2 mpg, but it is smaller and does not have true all wheel drive system.
@@gregkramer5588 I can tell you now the E-awd is more capable than what you call "true awd" in the kia
@@Reu_ag What are you basing that on? Reviewers do not say that. Alex on autos specifically says that the Tucson/Sportage are more capable. BTW True all wheel drive just means a standard driveshaft from the transmission. How is a small electric motor relying on a very small hybrid battery going to outperform that?
Looks subjective, but most Toyota products do look hedious and cheap for me
@@Reu_ag It's not more capable at all. Toyota's electric motor based 'fake awd' can't do offroading. Look at some hardcore offroading enthusiasts tests on mountains.
Third
AWFUL design on both interior and exterior. Kia designers completely flushed practicality for novelty. Obstructed rear quarters, awful rearward visibility, hard to service headlights, glossy black interior trim, stupid and infuriating haptic controls, terrible floor-mounted accel pedal. It's like they intentionally tried to make a bad vehicle. Real shame, since the suspension is one of the softest in modern vehicles, and that's a HUGE selling point.
I guess the people who are going to buy this won't care at all about the looks, because this is pretty ugly IMO. Even if KIA wanted a round looking crossover with this one, they should have used the EV6 front end. It's much simpler. If I were to pick one in this segment, the Mazda CX50 would be my first choice.
I like the looks of that one also but the extra $5k is bit hard to take.
OMG! that front end is a horrible combination of every kia design in the last 10 tears.
and to tell the truth...it even smells of mitsubushi.
why didn't you include the ford Bronco Sport in these comparisons?
or perhaps the subaru outback?
just seems to me this engine, like so many non-turbo small engines, gives maddeningly slow performance....almost 9 seconds to sixty.