👉 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid EX AWD Auto - Ultimate In-Depth Look & Test Drive

[@MikesCarInfo]

ATTN: This vehicle has a gauge cluster that is supposed to only be in the top trim and not in the EX trim. For some reason it was made with the "12.3-inch TFT supervision cluster (panoramic curved type)" when it is supposed to be the "12.2-inch LCD supervision cluster with integrated 4.2-inch TFT". www.kiamedia.com/us/en/models/sportage-hev/2023/features

[@attilakhan4606]

no worries good review then

[@bradsechrist9746]

Thanks Mike for reading the comments and adding this disclaimer.

[@ChristenRabe]

is the sunroof in the EX trim??

[@MikesCarInfo]

@@ChristenRabe 49:42 it is an option. Also see link above in my original post.

[@lji2000]

Really like what Kia is bringing out, but even with their warranty, reliability is a ? mark for 10+ years. How could they build an EX trim with the SX Prestige screen? Is QA shoddy? Makes one wonder if there's anything else critical that's flipped

[@shaunmckinley1208]

This is by far the most extensive review I've seen. I have been wanting someone to go through the screens and different buttons like this for a long time. Thank you for such great content!

[@stanflora8692]

Bought one this week. Honestly this far exceeded my expectation in almost every way. I’m obsessed

[@mengkemary9763]

Did you pay any markup?

[@stanflora8692]

@@mengkemary9763 37k all said and done.

[@mengkemary9763]

@@stanflora8692 That's a great deal! Congrats! May I ask where do you get this deal? Thanks.

[@chrism3790]

​@@stanflora8692 That's quite a bit more than MSRP. Did you pay for any extras? How long will you have to wait?

[@iwnunn7999]

Any issue with dealer charging much over msrp? Just saw the 37. Sounds like they did

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Amazing video Mike & this will be my 1st Kia.

[@bjy1349]

Outstanding, comprehensive video. Mike is easy to listen to and covers every detail of this Sportage Hybrid.

[@sladewilson5860]

I'm 6' 7", just bought one today. I fit well in it, with plenty head and leg room. I tried this vehicle, the Ford bronco sport, and the 22 Mazda CX-5 2.5s. All good for tall people

[@theophilusosei4308]

why did you choose over Mazda?

[@sladewilson5860]

@@theophilusosei4308 I liked the interior (looks and functionality) better. It also has 38 avg miles per gallon, which was a top priority for me

[@fanoftoast]

Such a perfect review/tour!! Thank you for going through everything so thoroughly. Also love the little pointer!! Just reserved one of these (but black interior and no sunroof. I’m 6’0” and was just worried I wouldn’t fit with my hair in a bun but looks like I would have! But also the non-sunroof sportage hybrids seem easier to find so I decided to go without it) and after watching this I’m even more excited to pick it up tomorrow!!

[@melonmusk420]

My dad bought one 2 months ago. And it's way better than our Corolla we had before.

[@beccac6812]

Thank you for this ! I just got my car and I was so clueless of all the extra fun things it can do !

[@dwainbertoncello5646]

Nice job Mike! Down to earth narration, felt like I was driving with a good friend. Well done!

[@melvinvail1616]

Hey, did you figure out how to change the HVAC control display? If you hold the section where you normally press to switch it, a menu will come up to change the behavior. You can have it switch back to the HVAC, or switch back to the other control screen for the radio etc. or you can turn it off and it will stay on whatever screen you select!

[@guitarsz]

you took car reviews to a whole new level with that intro. props to your videographer

[@MikesCarInfo]

Thank you! I work alone 😀

[@MikesCarInfo]

Check out the night video kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX67gJScdrCfq7M

[@guitarsz]

Well great job!@@MikesCarInfo

[@guitarsz]

will to Thank you!@@MikesCarInfo

[@joelbaez9771]

Buying this car after my wedding in November. Thank you for this detailed review

[@AeroDude73]

Really love that dual tone blue/off White interior.

[@braedenmiller3370]

Press and hold on the climate/radio switcher button and you’ll get a pop up that allows you to choice what you want the bar to default to, whether it radio or climate.

[@MikesCarInfo]

I tried that but I may not have been holding it long enough. Thank you!

[@ryancraig2795]

Or have it stay on whatever you last used.

[@braedenmiller3370]

owners.kia.com/content/dam/kia/us/owners/pdf/2023/2023-Kia-Sportage-Vehicle-Feature-Tips.pdf Top of page 3. From what I’ve seen, when you shut off the vehicle and turn it back on, it will revert to whatever you have set as the default.

[@AeroDude73]

I watched the night video but didn’t see the backup light shown, & I believe it’s fairly small, not that bright at all. Can you speak on that? Thx.

[@MikesCarInfo]

@@AeroDude73 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX67gJScdrCfq7M It is only a single light in the middle of the vehicle but it is bright enough to see fine.

[@omarramo5340]

Hands down the most efficiently informative review out there. This man went through every detail i’ve been itching to know about. AND this is the EXACT vehicle i was looking to buy!

[@paintwesley]

The little hand haha

[@danferguson9830]

Loved this review. So comprehensive and very well done. Thank you!

[@jessebaz2971]

I skimmed through the video a bit… did you review the sound system/quality?

[@lji2000]

If you would add chapters to this & future videos, this'd be greatly helpful.

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

Mike, I Wish You & Your Entire Family a Wonderful New Year. Also, I Enjoy Your Use of a Simple Yellow 💛 Pointer👉 in your Videos. Keep Up the Amazing Work 👍🎉😊

[@MikesCarInfo]

Thank you :)

[@mjbucar]

A GOOD review. 0-60 mph data would be most helpful.

[@1blazryn]

i liked it when the panic button was pressed to hear the horn but i dont hear it anymore

[@thematrix29]

Brilliant review Mike!!! Also I like the use of 👉

[@vanderson6242]

I just traded my 2006 Explorer for the Sportage EX Hybrid yesterday, and this video is just what I needed! I am hoping this will last just as long. 🤞🏾

[@PeterKellar]

Re the changing of the mode for the dials, u can change the default buy holding in one of the selection button for a few seconds.

[@rustywilliamson7140]

Informative and comprehensive review. Answered all of my questions. Alas the vehicle is simply not available in the south. Even up north all of the ones that come in are already bought. It seems like wait times from ordering from Korea are measured in years. BTW the pointer is a great touch!

[@kathyburch8040]

I just ordered this one and I was given a 3 month wait period.

[@rustywilliamson7140]

@@kathyburch8040 Thanks for the reply! Where is your dealership located? Did you have to put down a deposit?

[@ccurtish7317]

Just ordered this exact model today at MSRP with a 1-2 month wait! The dealer told me things are getting much better out there with the supply chain so they have a good turnaround again 😊

[@rustywilliamson7140]

@@ccurtish7317 Good news. Best of luck. That's not too long. Hope hes right.

[@HelpdeskHonky]

I was told that the EX has the one digital looking only tachometer not the one with the multiple displays. How did you get the multiple displays on this EX?

[@cliffrouder1900]

Hi Mike. Wondering if you might consider incorporating nighttime reviews to critique the headlight efficacy on straightaways and curves.

[@MikesCarInfo]

Like this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX67gJScdrCfq7M

[@AeroDude73]

Also, the 43mpg is only available on the lowest trim (FWD). The AWD versions get 38 b

[@MikesCarInfo]

49:43

[@yoliswanyikiza7293]

Wow ❤️❤️❤️

[@iwnunn7999]

Man, great job. Great for someone thinking about buying this car, which I am. Saved your vid for when I make that leap.

[@LoveTruth44]

At 24:55 .... I'm guessing that that "page" in the digital portion of the gauge cluster will also have the current nav info displayed while nav is in progress (like Toyota RAV4)

[@michellerichard6117]

Got my Sportage PHEV SX white color in Quebec this July 5th …. Wow what a beauty very very happy 😊😊😊

[@Theoneandonly0071]

I have a problem, I want the interior blue and white color (looks white to me), but I want their highest trim the SX Prestige (with the 360 camera, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, headed back seats, extra safety features, fog lights and the AWD). But the interior color only comes with black and that orange color. If I had it customized, would they let me get the hybrid SX prestige with blue/white interior, or would I have to get the EX?

[@frankENZC]

Great review! Good job!

[@boozer74]

Hi Mike. Could you do a 2023 Subaru outback? Looking through you video archives and I could not find any outback videos from the past 3 years. Thanks

[@MikesCarInfo]

If I can get access to one :)

[@kathyburch8040]

I just bought this exact car but mine does NOT have the Dynamic dashboard view with the skyline. I have the EX Premium package but it's not there. So is this something I should be upset about? I thought it was included with the EX Premium HEV model. :(

[@afbenspeter]

21:18 I love the dash of this car I'm thinking about having one of these cars for my next vehicle but the only thing I hate about this car is it doesn't have hotspots wifi 📶

[@WarmWeatherGuy]

31:36 If you touch and hold on the climate/radio toggle switch for a few seconds a menu will appear so you can change which it defaults to (climate or radio) or to have it stay wherever you left it.

[@jimmykehoe]

Do all the EX's come with those coat hooks built onto the back of the headrest ?

[@henrycruz45cal]

Long press the climate button, it will then give you the option to have the screen stay on what you selected or to go back to climate or radio setting

[@tomtroester6608]

I bought same Color and model and equipment in July at MSRP with 1 month wait. Great review except no mention of the split screen capability. You can select and display any 2 screens at once. I use this feature all the time.

[@Luke-sf6gs]

thinking about buying one, any suggestions, gripes? pros cons? you'd like to mention?

[@jeffamirault7560]

Is their metallic in the paint?

[@beardreacts2740]

Are others experiencing dealers adding a Market Adjustment fee because Sportage Hybrids are not well stocked? They are saying they are a limited run model thus the price is higher. Does anyone have any insight into this and why the supply is being held back by Kia?

[@Quethecat]

Dealer greed

[@slideindivein]

Also the EX doesn’t have a power lift gate, I have one and it does not include that feature. Are you sure you have the EX?

[@MikesCarInfo]

49:52 This one has the "Premium Package" $1500

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

My favorite hybrid SUV!! Brilliant job Mike.

[@tyronejohn6291]

38 mpg is pretty good hope the lease deals are good on hybrid anyone knows?

[@NewYorksFinest1]

Question: I have the same car. How do you get the blue jeans stains out of the tan seats ?

[@aunghtayoo337]

The pointer is very helpful 😂

[@Juantamad14344]

Does the EX trim come with fog lights?

[@neildesposito1492]

Very informative video, good job 👍

[@Peace0101]

Hi what’s the fuel consumption for 180 horsepower petrol engine?

[@sebijosephmorris7440]

is remote park assist available in this ex trim??????⚡️⚡️

[@NewYorksFinest1]

How do you turn on the LEDs around the shifter knob?

[@Reyes71012]

I have the LX trim and this one looks so much better

[@FBHSswimmer2006]

How does this EX have the nicer instrument cluster from the SX Prestige? From my research, the EX typically has the other cluster screen like on the LX.

[@MikesCarInfo]

See the description and pinned comment.

[@sergo_ex6648]

mine is also ex trim but mine doesn't have sunroof nor automatic trunk close button

[@simev500]

That grill lattice design is beautiful. Appreciate the closer look into the creature comfort design of the vehicle. (16:19) But these advanced technologies for occupants' safety is making repairs much more costly for owners who would like to keep the vehicle a bit longer than the warranty period. This is a new twist on built-in obsolescence, it's the trojan horse in your wallet.😕

[@L29S2069]

I'm considering buying one of these & yr video has been far more extensive that the showroom people ! I really appreciate how you reviewed the exterior & interior, then took us for a rel-life practical drive ! Thank you very much MikeCarInfo 🤗

[@PeterBrown-g5g]

Thankyou Mike From Down-Under.

[@projectpamaphd7042]

Nice touch with the finger. 👍🏽

[@pdg61met]

how's the road noise?

[@samuelnair6527]

Any of the owners here having any issues with the car? How are the maintenance bills like?

[@AbleRiot]

Wow. 62mph running on electric. Most hybrids would cut off the battery and use the ICE. If it wasn’t for the turbo engine and Kia’s impending $2 million in repairs, id have taken back my two Rav4 hybrid XSE deposits and get an SX Prestige in Vesta Blue already!

[@rohitnijhawan5281]

Toyota dealers are changing mad markups on those RAV4 Hybrids and production... at this time I am told is 8 months out. If you can wait, all the power to you but the 1.6 Turbo has been fairly solid. The problems happened with other engines.

[@Riley_1955]

I don't know but if the warranty covered the turbo and parts 100% I would not have a problem.....I myself don't want a turbo either but if it was covered I'd probably be ok with it.

[@VinnyBloos]

I’m confused… this is the EX trim level but you showed a sunroof that can be opened. I thought that was the SX-Prestige trim level only

[@MikesCarInfo]

49:52

[@kevinjs26]

EX trim comes with the panoramic moonroof?

[@MikesCarInfo]

It is part of the 'EX Premium Package' 49:53

[@telealotstm3188]

40:00 بداية تجربة القيادة Test drive starts here

[@telealotstm3188]

47:56 تسارع Acceleration

[@Brentapotamus]

Do you have to worry about these being stolen via usb just like the other kias?

[@Passport_Ninja]

I thought i was seeing things when that hand popped up 😂 my brain couldn't process what was going on for a sec

[@greenvalley651]

great review, detailed , thank you .

[@epiphanyperry1877]

I cant find this color anywhere. Have looked in Maryland, Delaware and New Jersey

[@barbs1298]

Can the trunk lid be set to open at 3/4 instead of opening all the way?

[@johncarpenter1053]

If you get that option or the package that has that. The salesperson was demonstrating that when we were at a dealership a couple of days ago, you chose how high you want it and then set it at the height you want.

[@knowledgeishere5072]

@MikesCarInfo Very comprehensive review. Great job! Which do you prefer between the Tucson and Sportage? Looks and overall vehicle.

[@MikesCarInfo]

I liked driving the Sportage. Very impressive for the price.

[@knowledgeishere5072]

@@MikesCarInfoYour answer suggests that you are not impressed by the looks of either?

[@MikesCarInfo]

@@knowledgeishere5072 I don't have a problem with the looks of either one.

[@dkc8218]

Well done!

[@oytunpalas6404]

Looks like no aux input?

[@michaelflude9334]

Love it good review

[@MeredithLawwson]

Diff btw the LX and EX?

[@yanyperez3609]

Thank you for the great details! Sounds like EX comes loaded with all one would need. Any thoughts on long term reliability? Coming from Honda with ZERO issues during my 7 years of ownership, it’s a bit scary to venture out.

[@FR3SHPRINCE03]

I have a 2018 accord and tradin this in for a Sportage as well. No issues with my current car but kind of nervous to jump over to a different brand

[@CRVgarage]

Comes with 5yr bumper to bumper warranty. So nothing to be afraid of.

[@amna6024]

id stay with honda

[@sebijosephmorris7440]

no sunroof on ex hybrid??

[@michaelflude9334]

Very good ..cambridge london uk

[@bcrouse1]

The Sportage Hybrid would be mine

[@michaelflude9334]

Exellent im uk have gt s hev red on order

[@sonyyix]

Wich car would suggest between kia niro hybrid 2023 and this one ?

[@Quethecat]

Personal preference / requirements

[@baso452]

Unfortunately the advertised gas millage is a lie. My car has 3000 miles on it and it's averaging 28 MPG, driving mostly on ECO mode!. Also now that winter is here it is only getting 22 MPG! this is very disappointing 😶😶

[@gadulasatyasivaprasad1189]

Where do you live?

[@gadulasatyasivaprasad1189]

I have signed for this car.i have seen many negative reviews about MPG? Will it be the same in long run?

[@baso452]

@@gadulasatyasivaprasad1189 I live in Indiana, USA. It's very cold here right now and they say hybrids cars lose about 30% of their mpg during the winter. I am getting a 22mpg now. Which means in the summer I should be getting 31mpg. That is still fae behind what's advertised

[@JPInniss]

Is this better than the Mazda CX 5?

[@MikesCarInfo]

I like it better.

[@michaelflude9334]

Very good mikefrom mikr uk

[@michaelflude9334]

Mike in uk

[@scoobyrogers]

36:16 the 2 blank buttons. What are they for??? Your post says IN DEPTH review and you missed these. I have Hybrid SX Prestige and I have these 2 blank buttons as well. Kia connect, emergency phone, and 2 blanks. What are or were they supposed to be?

[@MikesCarInfo]

They are nothing... That is why they are blank.

[@scoobyrogers]

@@MikesCarInfo makes no sense. What ARE or WERE they supposed to be? Buttons are not just blank in new vehicles. There are functions and/or option left off or used elsewhere.

[@MikesCarInfo]

@@scoobyrogers Is this the first new vehicle you've seen?

[@scoobyrogers]

@MikesCarInfo wow... class act response. If you don't know, then say so. Not my 1st new vehicle kid. ALL buttons, blank or not have a function, an upgrade, an option left off or future usability. I actually thought you would know or find out......wow, was I wrong!!!

[@MikesCarInfo]

Your assumptions are wrong. Sometimes blank spaces in new vehicles exist and never get used anytime/anywhere. In the EX trim they are not used and do nothing. Kid.

[@Rex_Cosmos]

Fantastic review. My only complaint is that you used your human hand instead of your lovely wand to open the glove compartment. I almost threw up.

[@michaeldcadogan1119]

The Bad thing About it is the Turbo.Turbos are bad because they create a lot of heat Which damages engine parts.Natturally aspired engines last longer.

[@joemclaughlin995]

Not a big fan of hybrids from personal experience . These types of vehicles are not best suited to gasoline engines . The diesel version is the one to go for. Great torque and 60's mpg

[@connosps4656]

😁👍🏼

[@rajendramodusu5980]

KIA / HYUNDAICAN STAY IN MARKET ONLY IF GIVES SERVICE AND LIVE UPTO WARRANTY WITH SMILE ON FACE +HONOR WHAT YOU COMMITED( DONT FOOL CUSTOMERS BY JUST COMMITTING AND THEN FULFILL PROMISE ONLY IN COURT) AS KIA HYUNDAI IMPROVED ON INTERIOR LOOKS AND EXTERIOR THEY HAVE TO WORK ON ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

[@Polarbear2829]

I love that fact you show the underneath of the car, also you have a weird hand, you should see a doctor😜

[@jamesnicol3831]

you really should use both hands when steering

[@jamesnicol3831]

Want to keep you safe to make more good videos

[@mikejones762]

gloss black is 🤮. hyundai kia please stop.

[@csguak]

Lmaooo I'm so tired of these blacks. That's why I went with the dark navy blue one.