2023 KIA Sportage SX Prestige AWD in depth feature review

[@XxJayMayerxX]

My wife and I just put a down payment on the SX Prestige in wolf grey. It comes in about 2 weeks. To me, this is the hottest SUV out there right now for the money as far as value, and that incredible interior and outside looks. I can't wait till it arrives.

[@yourcatalyst22]

May I ask how much u paid for it out the door? I’m from Florida and wanting to get me one. It truly is a great SUV

[@XxJayMayerxX]

@@yourcatalyst22 About 42k. I'm also in Florida.

[@talon2rell]

Your going to love the large screens. I have the blue sx prestige. Power is lacking tho.

[@talon2rell]

@@XxJayMayerxX mine is 34 thousand

[@XxJayMayerxX]

@@talon2rell cool, they don't have them down here for that price unfortunately.

[@robinpazmino78]

Beautiful design inside and out, makes my 2021 forester sport look like a vehicle from the prehistoric era. definitely on my radar as my next vehicle.

[@zignobe1]

You are awesome. I love that fact that you give allll the deets , things that the dealership doesn't even tell u. Thank you

[@AsheVibes]

i got mine yesterday 3 miles first driver w plastic on it love u so blessed

[@brandonfraichard4334]

I just got mine last week and I love it. I love all the features and it drives like a dream. The highway drive assistant is my best friend. To many things to talk about so I’ll keep it short and say Kia over did themselves with the sx prestige. I am in love. Thanks for the video you showed me a couple features I didn’t know about like the smart lift gate and 360 button. Now it’s time for me to show it off to my friends and family. Be safe drive well and love Kia

[@brandonfraichard4334]

I forgot to say the wolf grey is the one I got and I get tons of compliments on the color and style

[@devonnedevonne6765]

Did your sx prestige come with the all weather mats ?

[@reemka8414]

Is it possible to connect your iPod to type B USB?

[@keithsmathers9815]

I am so glad they have a spare tire! I got stranded for 3 hours in a remote location on a holiday weekend because I had a tire kit in a Prius instead of a spare tire after I had a BLOWOUT. I will never have another car without a spare even though the likelihood of a need is small. Thank you Kia!

[@talon2rell]

I'm from Cleveland OH and I been driving around I'm mine for a week already. The hype is all what it's up to.

[@Stormcrownn]

Seeing the digital gauge cluster definitely makes me want to wait for a potential 2023 K5 GT....

[@edwardleners4772]

Your video made me decide on the black. I got my black Prestige a week ago and I love it. Thanks.

[@isbelneira-marderossisan2515]

Mine arrives in 3 weeks super excited. Thanks for sharing.

[@fernandop1]

*The "white/silver" interior is only available in the EX trim.* *Is it possible to customise this SX prestige trim in "white/silver" interior even if their website does not allow it?*

[@jessicaclemons8363]

Im obsessed with this car black and the red interior 😍 🖤 is everything this will be my next vehicle

[@amawlood]

We just got our first one yesterday at my dealership. Wolf grey. Great review!

[@TheMolina297]

Wow, Mercedes type style cluster/radio screen, looks sick

[@plxyboilx04]

Got this 3 days ago with wolf grey color and red interior. I love it, it was definitely worth it.

[@MMDriven]

Me and my wife picking up the same one this Thursday! Can’t wait

[@michaelwalker2054]

My nephew got the sx prestige wolfgrey for $39,000 in Pa, another dealer for same car wanted $46,000

[@MikeSmith-zo6eu]

lol he paid way over msrp great job

[@michaelwalker2054]

@@MikeSmith-zo6eu msrp was $38000. He paid $39000 with tax and tags so he actually got it under msrp

[@flaviusgarmacea6238]

just try to get this one and this guy in palm springs wanted 45k for it, fuck out of here

[@masterj2682]

U didnt notice the usb in the driver and passenger seat for back seat occupants? Its on the side of seat for passengers

[@cydnie8242]

I can’t wait to pick mine up Tuesday. I got it in ebony black with the black interior

[@rcairflr]

How comfortable are the seats? thanks I sat in a 2022 Lexus NX and the seats were amazingly comfortable.

[@cydnie8242]

@@rcairflr I’ve driven it for a few hours now, and honestly, they’re not super comfortable when driving longer distances. The lumbar support, along with the heated and ventilated seats, feels really good on the back. I just wish the bottom part was softer, because it made my butt and hips hurt. Maybe after messing around with the seat it’ll be more comfortable

[@rcairflr]

@@cydnie8242 > Thanks for the reply. I am really disappointed in your answer. Was hoping they would be more comfortable. . As I said, I sat in a new Lexus NX and the seats are incredible, I just hate the butt ugly front end on the new Lexus.

[@josephkachmarsky7655]

Got the exact model and color me and wife are loving it.

[@1947AUGIE]

No FOLD IN/OUT SIDE MIIRORS?? I HAD THEM ON MY 2017 AND 2019 ...I just got my 2023 Pro-Prestiege and its unbelievable.

[@brandonn8844]

And no rearview dimming mirror, sun glass holder or heated rear seats. They skimped out a little on the new Sportage. I'll keep my 22 sx for now

[@tc_1274]

Ya I was going to get one but I’m keeping my 2020 SX AWD. It has everything and all of the practical stuff this doesn’t have. No folding mirrors, no race pedals, no sunglasses holder, etc. shame

[@agger838]

15:07 I was screaming where is the volume knob. And boom mind blown

[@theswagateer2806]

It’s a shame they didn’t add the power-folding mirrors for the North American market like last year's model. They managed to have that feature on the LX models which is the lowest trim for Sportage. The other side of the world has them on the newer ones. The price might have been higher if they left it, but I wouldn't mind spending more to have that feature. Especially, if you park in a tight area, you can close them automatically without any fear of damaging the mirrors.

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Price point optimization.

[@tc_1274]

I’m actually waiting for the 2024 model to see if it comes with them. It’s a deal breaker for me.

[@tc_1274]

They also did away from the race pedals. Better grip and more quality.

[@KRISBTV2452]

Just ordered in wolf gray. Can’t wait I’m so excited!!!

[@yourcatalyst22]

May I ask how much u paid for it out the door? I’m from Florida and wanting to get me one. It truly is a great SUV

[@xavierrobinson200]

@@yourcatalyst22 I'm in FL too and all the Kia dealers are losing their minds with the prices over MSRP

[@zignobe1]

@@xavierrobinson200 Here in Houston 2 they all want 6k over

[@Sekkzc]

@@yourcatalyst22 just put a deposit down on one. they wanted 40k out the door. not too bad.

[@yourcatalyst22]

@@Sekkzc yeah that’s not bad. I got the SX Prestige wolf grey with red interior for $40,500 out the door. They gave me a very good deal for my trade in too.

[@daniellizotte5285]

How's it drive??

[@alterlimit]

I watched almost all of your videos, i found them helpful for me, thanks! Hope to manage to grow my channel like yours :)

[@Mariah93281]

I get mine next week white pearl!

[@NandoDi93]

I just got a EX 23 model, but loving the features on this one as well lol

[@MissDebbye]

I ordered mine Friday 5/27 in Vesta Blue Hybrid. So excited but this will be a long summer!

[@TheAnky013]

bought one and found out only the lower trims come with a garage opener T_T

[@Eashan0007]

Thank you for all the information i needed!!

[@vladcode]

Does it show tire pressure per tire? Or only show a low tire pressure light without the tire pressure per wheel #s?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Individual pressure for each tire

[@jagadeeswara.6999]

I Got it last week, Really loved the Car

[@tatianaanderson1174]

Obsessed with this red interior 😍😍😍 do we know if it’s also going to be available on the PHEV?! I’m definitely waiting for that to come out later this year

[@marshawash]

Also waiting for the PHEV model. Any updates?

[@brendalizruiz]

I have the 2021 sportage and I want to change it for this one right away, I'm gonna check if they have it here at PR, I love this one. Thank you great explanation. I can't wait to get get it. 😁🥰😘❤

[@Joeylikecoffee]

That’s great and all, but more importantly, where did you buy your shirt?

[@tc_1274]

One thing you didn’t mention was the non folding mirrors. Do you know why they did away from them? My 2020 sx awd has them. I use them daily. What happened?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Price point. Fitting this between the Seltos and the Sorento some things needed to go.

[@jeffreycowden42]

How did you get the all weather mats, everything I have seen says they are not available yet?

[@PKAPE004]

Does the 19” wheel come with that particular rim design in the video?

[@juliusseizure2673]

What are the differences between the SX and SX Prestige?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

- 19" Gloss Black Alloy Wheels - LED Fog Lights - LED Projection Headlights - LED Rear Combination Lights - Blind-Spot View Monitor - Surround View Monitor - Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist - Reverse - Parking Distance Warning - Forward - Power Adjustable Front Passenger's Seat - Ventilated Front Seats

[@juliusseizure2673]

@@CarGuyCroissant Thank you for the reply!

[@Bluegreenred]

I noticed the 2023 Kia Sportage has 178lb ft of torque is this enough torque for the all-new 2023 Sportage in your opinion? Thank you for your time. 👍🙂

[@johnfranklin5277]

Well, my kia k5 GT LINE has 180 hp, and 195 lb of Torque. Its plenty quick, but not fast. 0 to 60 about 7.5 seconds. Dont know how much more the Sportage weighs, but assume it a bit heavier....

[@devonnedevonne6765]

Does all sx prestige come with all weather mats? I didn’t get any when I purchased mine, do I have to call the dealership to let them know?

[@mckenziepantana6773]

I was wondering the same thing! Because I didnt get any and was planning to buy them :(

[@devonnedevonne6765]

@@mckenziepantana6773 unfortunately you have to order them separately

[@andrewlangellier6104]

the ability to change the number of flashes is genius. like how am i gonna look in my mirror and blind spot and change lanes in 3 flashes?

[@rcairflr]

This actually is a very nice feature. i use it all the time changing lanes. I have mine set for 5 flashes.

[@andrewwyn2436]

How is the comfort for bumps and noise in the cabin? I plan to getting the prestigious trim.

[@flickeringcandle]

Thank you!

[@brandisessions5601]

Does this car have a garage door opener?

[@mckenziepantana6773]

No

[@reemka8414]

Is it possible to connect your iPod to the type B USB?

[@drawnhere]

Heated steering wheel?

[@rcairflr]

If you would actually watch the video, he covers this at 16:35. maybe if you reallly care about the options, you should go to Kia website.

[@d.supreme8592]

This is a sweet ride. I just recently got a new telluride but my wife’s lease is up and this may be the next ride for her.

[@tunatuna8877]

Just put a deposit down for my wife, I've had Audis the past 5 years and the interior actually gives me the same vibes. The screen sold her, looks like the new merc dashboards.

[@air90air]

Apple carplay is not available wireless in any trim on sportage?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

LX model only

[@mo_wash]

There’s a standard mirror in this model. Is there some other way to open a garage or a different model that has this option?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

The way KIA did it with this model is you can add it as an accessory to any trim level, versus them adding it as a standard feature. If it comes with the vehicle from the factory it is $350, if you add it on after the fact it will be around that cost plus installation. It is listed as "EC Mirror w/Homelink" when building on the kia website under options & accessories.

[@mo_wash]

@@CarGuyCroissant Thanks much!

[@ankitkhetan231]

Confused between Jungle green X-Pro and wolf grey SX prestige. Both almost at the same price point. We like Jungle green colour but we like additional features in SX prestige as well. Do you think features like BVM and SVM is worth trading on Jungle green Color?

[@gustavotena1125]

Does this Kia come with interior ambient lightning?

[@otavioteixeira3207]

All hybrids top version comes with ambient lightning

[@annefedele1795]

Can I use apple carplay on this without plugging my phone in or does it need to be plugged in?

[@Sekkzc]

plugged in, unfortunately.

[@ihisatake]

Since it is a hybrid, how many miles (roughly) can you go before having to fill the gas tank up again?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Would depend greatly on your type of driving. 400 miles would be a simple estimation.

[@ihisatake]

@@CarGuyCroissant mahalo (thank you).

[@lmok6939]

Great review!

[@vincentmontano4518]

No HUD?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Just be happy lol

[@marks8721]

Great review and information. Thanks

[@sue1263]

I own black w/ black interior, sad there is no ambient lighting but love the safety features.

[@zignobe1]

That's what I was hoping for the ambient lighting, only the Kia Soul turbo and the k900 has it. I want to figure out how to get it in mine

[@flickeringcandle]

I love this vehicle and i think i’m a future buyer

[@user-os7pw3ns5j]

The phev ones have 260hp rights coming summer?

[@talon2rell]

Yeah I leased mine so I'll get the previous when my lease is up.

[@_httpster]

Any 3rd row options on this one?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Sorento and Telluride

[@marioyteresa6853]

Awesome SUV presentation 👨🏻👍🏼🙏🏽

[@ShooterReady]

Perfect review 👏🏻👏🏻

[@tc_1274]

Ya I was going to get one but I’m keeping my 2020 SX AWD. It has everything and all of the practical stuff this doesn’t have. No folding mirrors, no race pedals, no sunglasses holder, etc. shame. My 2020 SX AWD has all of that. I don’t need 9 dashboard colors. What I do need is the ability for someone not to ding my mirrors. I’ll be waiting to see what they do in 2024 and 2025

[@seawall5102]

Not bad, but Kia needs to do something about their shifters, and remove those small quarter windows in the front.

[@MissDebbye]

The shifter in the hybrid is a flat dial.

[@OZUGURU]

why gear stick is so ugly?

[@paydayspayoff358]

Omg 😱

[@ACobra289]

Kia makes some nice looking vehicles. Too bad they seem to design the ugliest wheels possible.

[@lalarochelle]

Can you have a different color other red for the Sx prestige interior.

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Yes the red is a special package. Kia.com should be updated with this info soon.

[@lalarochelle]

@@CarGuyCroissant Great cause I don't like the red interior.

[@JaredC63]

Yes. I'm picking up my ebony black exterior with black interior SX Prestige next week. The red is an available option for I believe $600ish more

[@jzmil-et4hj]

Paid 42K for mine in Alabama hmmm

[@martiniquegreen2933]

2023 telluride yet?

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Late summer

[@miaminights86]

4/13/22 world premiere of 2023 kia telluride and Hyundai Palisade

[@Babu-of2xh]

kia and hyundai safety feature are similar

[@LyricLindor]

Just got a wolf gray with black internet! Wanted the red interior so bad but they are raising the msrp so high and wont budge bcuz alot of ppl dnt have the red so its competitive. I love it so much so far. Was able to get me just a little over msrp so it's possible but i also paid cash.

[@marksimonds13]

Gotta love that black internet!

[@droneworks6340]

All those screens have alot of reflection. I would think that would suck during the day trying to see that. Stupid to put screen like that in a car.

[@rcairflr]

I have been driving mine for 4 months now, many times in sunlight. i haven't noticed any bad reflection or really, any reflection. So not sure exactly what your comment is about.

[@SingletonD]

LOL No dealership will sell it for $36,920. I've see these listed up to $40,000 and more here in Chicagoland. Its real bummer because I want one, I am just not willing to pay near luxury brand for it.

[@CarGuyCroissant]

That’s where KIA is moving to. Anyways though, we will sell it for that which is why I said it. We have this identical model due 3/28 and you can reserve it at kiaofcolumbia.com

[@mrluckee9272]

Correct.. asked some dealers as well, its already marked up like telluride. i want this also but thinking for $40k roughly ending up 45k OTD, almost getting telluride for the price point😔

[@mrluckee9272]

Nearly luxury for the price but for $40k for luxury brand you cant get the features it has for prestige, otherwise u will pay more to get these features in luxury brand ending up 55k-70k OTD😁

[@CarGuyCroissant]

@@mrluckee9272 are you both going to just sit here and feel bad yourselves or go to kiaofcolumbia.com and reserve this model for MSRP?

[@mrluckee9272]

@@CarGuyCroissant are u selling msrp? If yes i might to get one from your end, will you able to ship in illinois? I want this for my wife, I had my 2020Sx telluride, i know how the telluride now its still selling over msrp, im glad I got mine before msrp.

[@rosreif4033]

36 plus 6 thousand over msrp

[@bmanz8117]

Way too much reflection inside. The gauge atea, and all gloss black.

[@TheEasyeman]

Anyone want a 2020 SXTurbo with less than 22K miles for trade??😂

[@tc_1274]

I have that. I’m keeping it. Ours has folding mirrors, race pedals, sunglasses holder, shows dual exhaust pipes, and race steering wheel.

[@pixshooter7]

Car design looks like it came from a bad Godzilla movie......

[@rafalpgresiak629]

How much gas are you gonna save and what is gonna happen to you starter after 5 years city driving

[@CarGuyCroissant]

Hmmm idk do you mind finding out?

[@rrange]

Dual front knee airbags?