30 Years of the Kia Sportage

[@maciejskwarski397]

It's so satisfying to the quality of videos to improve so much. And also respect for trying new formats. Keep up the good job Matt!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! I'll keep trying

[@michaelalexander65]

​@HighPeakAutos you've been on a similar trajectory to Kia, Matt.

[@plastikprobe]

The quality is on point! I am so happy for him 😍

[@FakteInteresante]

@@HighPeakAutos I bet all the improvement is because of that new X5 for the cameraman

[@stuartmason2402]

Hey Matt,, really great video. I agree that quality is excellent. I think you do this type of care marque story really great. As good as any BEAB motoring journalist.

[@originalchill]

Around 2000/2001 a friend of mine had a problem with a second hand sportage alternator and Kia paid 75% of the bill 😳 this kind of customer care makes people brand loyal 👍🏻

[@Leeirvinebird]

I can add to that. In 2009 we'd recently bought a second hand Sedona that was still under warranty. A brake warning light came on. Kia told us they'd pick it up from our house and dropped an Enterprise rental car for us to use whilst ours was being repaired all on the same day. The problem turned out to be fairly minor and was repaired under warranty.

[@Alien8_P1]

Kia has definitely overcome the usual brand snobbery by making great cars at affordable prices.

[@volt8684]

Not so affordable now

[@davidarter9670]

Excellent video Matt. It’s amazing how far Kia have come in such a short time.

[@HighPeakAutos]

It really is!

[@carzooooo]

Can't believe it's been that long cheers to Kia and many years of the Sportage to come and like driving mine from 2014.

[@lordmartyn7199]

I like the Kia brand, and owned many over several years, this was very enjoyable to watch, especially the journey of the Sportage! Looking forward to your future reviews! Good health to you, family and team!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you. All the best

[@midinotes]

Amazing story, amazing car, amazing video and amazing presentation. Great that Kia invited you along and such a lovely part of the country. 😊

[@matthewpatterson9184]

This was brilliant. Very informative and incredible to see how far KIA has come in such a short space of time. I personally own a Proceed GT (2017) and am considering the Sportage as my next car. I completely missed this video but your most recent "I BOUGHT A CHEAP KIA SPORTAGE FOR £1,000!" brought me to this one. Great stuff!

[@MichaelLayman-rr3ch]

FYI. KIA models including the Sportage are know for a high number of thermal events in the USA.

[@MCTogs]

Truly a momentous occasion in the history of the automobile.

[@rcspeed5443]

Never looked twice at Kia till I started working in used cars and now I can't recommend them enough! The value for money is amazing and I can't wait to get the newest ones in

[@thindo]

30 years of Kia Sportage history done literally... Wasn't expecting it. That was very interesting it's like walking through history

[@Curiousdriving]

😂😂😂😂

[@MK5GolfTDI]

I used to work at a kia main dealer, and I like the design of the last 2 generations of Sportage. Although unfortunately they did have quite a few electrical issues and recalls. But once those small issues have been rectified they are lovely cars.

[@edwardkarran4963]

Production quality is outstanding, still witty straight to the point and informative

[@picklesrule69]

My mum has an 4th generation sportage its been brilliant so far owned it since 2019. The styling on the 5th generation looks amazing

[@Reign-s5z]

I was really looking forward to your review of the new sportage and happy to see it blew away every expectation, I currently own a 20 plate GT Line Sportage and it's been rock solid in terms of reliability. Every person that's been in it has been impressed including my partners driving instructor who decided to get one aswell! I think the value for money is unmatched - Kia deserve all the praise they've been receiving.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Telecaster4959]

I have a 63plate Sportage and it is the best car I have ever owned. It simply does everything I want and has everything I need...The 1.7 diesel engine is reliable and I'm getting 44 mpg. Its as quick as I need and handles superbly for all my needs..I can even get my bike in the boot and the luggage space is still plenty big enough to take extra luggage that I haul around with me... Would love a newer one but they hold their value so we'll, I can't afford one just yet

[@paulrhodes4657]

What a belting idea of video. A Sportage in every model…but the first…has been owned by one or more family member. I love how there is so much tech and options, equal to what your offered in high end cars, for a lot less money

[@ponderer23]

Superb reviews of all Sportage Generations. Kia has come a long way!

[@johnnybone1972]

I'm a big fan of their styling now, I also think the badge is one of the best looking badges.

[@ianrobinson9243]

A main stream TV quality review , as good as anything BBC , ITV , C5 etc produce. There really are some talented people on YT.

[@petercotton89]

I had a 12 plate Kia Ceed and it was a cracking car. Cheap to buy, cheap to run and had no issues whatsoever with it. Compare that with the Kias from the early to mid 2000's and the transformation is truly impressive!

[@cosximxaxfan]

Don’t think it’ll be that long before one of the satellite channels come calling for you to front some kind of car show… you’ve defo got potential Matt and an unbelievable knowledge of most cars on the road…. Another well made video and you’ve just encouraged me to consider a KIA for the upcoming car change….. off to do some research now

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you. We'll see

[@md-detailing]

The Last 2 generations are the best for a Kia, modern, stylish and actually solidly well built! The newest gen looks very interesting and Korean. Great video as always Matt! :D

[@andrewtolmie7807]

I had an early one loved it. I met the man who bought it off me. Never had a problem with it unlike his landrover

[@curtisj2165]

Matt, no mention of the infamous oil burning engines shared with Hyundai? Did you know Kia and Hyundai settled a class action lawsuit in America because their engines were crapping out and needing extensive repairs or complete replacement at no cost to the owners? Then there were the videos on TikTok of people starting Kia and Hyundai cars with a usb plug because Kia and Hyundai decided to save money and not fit an immobiliser, making a lot of their cars uninsurable. Bet Kia didn't tell you about that

[@DJL78]

This was a paid sponsorship. Not a review.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Was it?

[@RhythmAndRibs]

I never liked the Sportage until I drove my brother in laws 3rd gen auto diesel on a 600-mile round trip. Didn't skip a beat and was comfortable, even with 4 adults. Impressed.

[@kevinwall795]

Look at you...a proper motoring journalist. Getting invited to major motoring events by big brands. Well done! And you know what, there is no real difference in terms of quality/content, between you and the 'big boys' - which says a lot about how far you have come. So it's not just Kia that are mixing it with the big boys.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you! Very kind

[@losch78]

Amazing journey considering the beiging, and great video. I remember when the 3rd gen was released, that was the first Korean car that made me truly want it. For what it was, how it looked, not the warranty or value. A game changing vehicle in many ways.

[@user-jg6vw3em9f]

Hi Matt! Great review of the Kia Sportage generation. Love to see more reviews of this type. Keep up the good work 😊

[@paulHallows]

Another cracking video Matt.Wish all car dealers were like you.

[@brianjohnclark1061]

I've got a 2017 petrol Sportage and I absolutely love it !!

[@awsinger1]

Watched your "I bought a cheap Kia Sportage" video and heard about this video, dont know why I missed this one! I love this kind of content!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Glad you liked it!

[@leonwilliams3221]

I have a 2016 Sportage… it’s by far the best car I’ve ever owned… it’s specced to the hills, cheap to run and a decent turn of pace….

[@julianlord2697]

The 1st gen spare wheel carrier was common on intermediate size SUVs with hatchbacks in the 1980s and 1990s. The underfloor was taken up with fuel tanks and axles etc and the last place you need the spare offroading is under a sinking vehicle so the spare would sit inside the load area, getting in the way. This was a common feature even on Jeep XJ Cherokees and in some markets the external side hinged spare was de rigeur. The more obvious solution in later designs was to side hinge the tailgate and put the spare on the door.

[@b.2221]

No end to your talents and ideas. Thank you Sir.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Wow, thank you

[@hedleythorne]

I have had two of the sister cars, the Tucson. Made in the same place with essentially the same parts, they have been flawless.

[@ralphoperaphile]

I've had seven Kias: two Sedonas when we used to tour with younger children - and they loved the video and huge seats with picnic table; two Ceeds which were utterly reliable and a pleasure to drive; now my wife has a nippy little Picanto - her second one - with a very sporty trim and I have a 2018 diesel Sportage Ecodynamics which has several times taken us the length of France and back (at 44 mpg doing around 70mph the whole way) in total comfort without a stutter. The only reason to look down on them is if you are a badge snob - in which case you are welcome to indulge your prejudice and pay too much for something which won't be much better. I swear by them - and recommend them to anyone who asks.

[@thedewberry_6399]

I bought my first Kia in 2018, a Picanto GT line, I was so impressed by it I got a new 72 plate one this year (GT line again). Every single time I have had someone ride along in it for the first time they are always without fail commenting on how good the interior is, or if they see the exterior for the first time how good looking a car it is. Kia are by far the best bang for buck car on the market, lower mid range prices for in my opinion, equal if not better quality than all the coveted German badges (BMW, Audi, Mercs), the new Sportage is absolutely stunning and definitely on my list for our next car. Oh and I've never had ANY work required on either of my Picantos, they are incredibly reliable, cracking little cars!

[@mattmurray1081]

I bought a 2024 and I love it. Thanks for making this video.

[@steve1962]

We are on our 3rd Kia I bought a new Sedona 2.9 td in 2002 - it lasted 11 yrs and 242 k and the family bus took us to the south of France 6 yrs on the trot, and to Monaco, Austria, Germany, Holland and Belgium. In all the time I owned it only a front wheel bearing and the alternator failed- it was still on the original v xxx clutch and exhaust system when I “gave it away”. Next was a very cheap Carens which was just a stop gap car and that never let us down either. We have currently got a 2017 Sportage 182 bhp KX4 with tow bar for use with the caravan. So fully loaded it’s untrue and the build quality is right up there with the best in class. Steve

[@markmw123]

Great vid 👍 Sportage is on my shopping list….Skoda have done a similar image rebuild and transformation imo

[@tomoreilly9932]

Amazing to see kias progress from it's early years to now, it's like chalk and cheese.

[@christopherheritage5651]

I has a 2L 2010 Sportage XS Mark 2 just before the facelift. Great car and got me out of a few hole when it snowed lol. Great vlog matt

[@simonbroddle754]

Loved my 2nd gen diesel. Brilliant 4wd and an electronic diff lock so it would go wherever a Landrover would go. Loved it.

[@davewatts7444]

Just shows what having the confidence in your product to offer what most customers want when they buy a car, that 7 year peace of mind

[@adam_b1187]

I never thought I'd end up in a Kia, but I have a new Sportage PHEV on order due to arrive shortly. I was really impressed when I saw this new model, the looks, features and price are hard to argue against when in the market for a family bus. The overall package was enough to tempt me away from another 3 series estate. Thanks Matt

[@Calvi36]

I'm in the same boat Adam, awaiting my Sportage arriving, cannot wait as their build quality and standard features offer great value for money.

[@kennadod2080]

That new model is lovely, really like the looks of it inside and out . Great content

[@stevejudd7777]

I replaced my Merc C220 Diesel last year (ULEZ) with a Gen 4 2016 Sportage GT Line Auto. When i bought it it still had 1 year left on its Kia Warranty which i extended for a further year. It only had 28k of miles. I love it. As Im getting on in years having to haul myself out of the Merc when close to kerbs was a pain, the Sportage is perfect height to just step out. Mine looks like your example with the two tone leather seats and I agree its a lovely cockpit. Nice video Matt.

[@vinimaguire8109]

its bloody amazing how far Kia and YOU have came !!

[@KieronOreilly]

I would never of even thought of looking at a KIA up until now! Loved the video .

[@mikecannon374]

Another beautiful Jag saved from the scrapyard.5 grand is bargain of the century. Well done pal keep up the great work.

[@ItsDanLatham]

I love these. The most recent one I had for a week from Kia was the self charging hybrid, and I recommend it to anyone whos just looking for a 'nice new family car'. Really is unbeatable.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Yeah exactly that

[@venskip]

Just heard your comment on the £1000 scruffy Kia Sportage video. I would imagine most of your viewers are UK based, and we love an underdog, seeing you revive these old unloved cars has a level of "satisfaction" and that's what seems to be the "in thing" in social media land and I am sure the algorithm knows this! Reviving old cars found in barns and hedges, pressure washing, drain cleaning, cleaning up old cars - cleaning up anything in fact, its what the people want! Appreciate you trying something new though - keep up the good work, you are easy to watch which I am sure is also one of the keys to your success...

[@p____p4tel]

Excellent video. This is the content I'm here for. As well as the "I've massively overspent" Love the Korean car renaissance

[@richardhunt1384]

I've an Optima and can't fault it (although plenty of other owners may say differently!!!), fortunately local dealer are brilliant so that definitely helps. I had a Sportage as a courtesy car whilst mine was in for open gearbox surgery and thought it was a really lovely place to be.

[@marcus1970]

Had a drive in the new one today.. Quite a car

[@br4kecheckd]

Kia has come a long way. I drive a 2017. Ceed SW and it's been great. Looks pretty as well especially compared with the more boxy germans

[@CharlieBrown-uv6uw]

I bought my 2014 Sportage 6 yrs ago as a stop gap for a few months, I am still driving it now, it has all the extras that I require including the all important, to me, heated steering wheel. I am now thinking about changing it as I really need an auto, I think that it will be another Sportage, just trying to source one that ticks all my boxes...another great video Matt 😀

[@bloodshark124_]

Thanks for the constant bangers matt😊

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@wezftw7130]

The interior on the latest gen is stunning.

[@DJTMCR]

Matt this is fantastic! The quality of your already excellent videos are getting better and better every time! Well done for trying new formats like this, would be great to see more. Keep up the good work

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! Will do!

[@jpmoraisf]

Hi Matt, a bit off topic here: I thought I wouldn't notice the use of a camera caron your videos but it definitely does makes a difference on your videos. It really shows the effort you put on your videos.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! It’s working

[@DJL78]

Wow. That was the longest advert I’ve watched in a while. I hope Kia paid you well for the sponsorship.

[@wolvoman1]

That was a truly professional TV program like format, and interesting to watch.

[@artoffifaisgod1738]

A truly great video. All ends of your channel are great- whether the £300 sh*tboxes, the sit down desk videos or the well put together and informative videos like this.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks. Glad you like them!

[@jameswilson9330]

Love castle coombe played golf here and stayed at the manor house hotel great service and fantastic food and top notch golf well worth a visit chocolate box country right enough

[@tracymckenzie8513]

I have a new TT at the moment, but if I were to ever think about an SUV, I would definately have a look at the Sportage, I've really liked the look of them in the last 10 years

[@megapangolin1093]

Congratulations on your taking over management of a KIA dealership, somewhere, Matt, great advert video. Love KIA's, they have punched their way past Ford as the everyman choice, Ford have gone backwards and downhill and KIA are going, now to put their prices up- big time, such a shame. Wife has a Picanto, can't really fault it, love a Sportage sometime. Great video. (I even watched this full screen this time).

[@bmwx5130]

What a nice video not like others making it so complicated. Cheers Mat.

[@themickace]

Hi Matt, not sure what KZbin have done with the algorithm here as I watch easily 95% of your videos yet this one never showed up in the feed, I had to go back in your uploads from where you mentioned creating this video in your latest “i brought a cheap Kia sportage” keep up the videos like this one. They are really enjoyable.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Wow, thanks!

[@peterming]

For me the 3rd gen is the best looking, even in 2023 it still looks modern. I remember wanting it so much when it first came out.

[@Cloud007.]

Great going Matt! Such great work ethic

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! Will do!

[@dmc9487]

They are quite an appealing brand these days. I like the Ceed as well.

[@JoelBDUK]

Always remember my dad having a MK1 Kia Carens (think it was an 03 plate) when I was young, and how awful I thought it was. now I’ve got a 2018 Kia Sportage and I can’t believe how much of a brand change it has gone through. Brilliant cars.

[@muffindell]

Having owned many VW's and Audi's over the last 17 years and then purchasing a Kia I can confirm that the Kia is not only better equipped that all the touch points are equal if not better than the VAG produced vehicle, plus you get better reliability and a wonderful 7 year warranty as standard for total peace of mind.

[@bobmartin5101]

I could not agree more, Matt. I was selling Kia in the 90's when they were a really hard sell. My Wife and I have had a look at a couple of these lately as a new everydayer, they are superb, especially the GT line in the dark green, Great video.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! Thats right. They were a hard sell many years ago, now they're great

[@gerryattrickbiker]

I too was selling Kia in the early 90s the Pride in particular based on an old Mazda model but we did sell quite a few, without much trouble. If I remember correctly they were brought in by the Mazda importer and we had a few Sao Penzas, anyone remember them?

[@adzy166]

@@gerryattrickbikerSAO Penzas! I do indeed. MCL group had some quirky sidelines back in the day. FSOs as well

[@6770connor]

My neck of the woods. Beautiful place

[@kieranlarkin5938]

Different type of video. Like it. Had 2 Kia Sorentos in recent years. Best cars ever had.

[@struanrobertson3417]

Really enjoyable video. The MK5 really is a car I'd consider.

[@steveskare7026]

I had the first gen Sportage that was shipped to Canada. 4wheel drive automatic. There where different options for power. I pulled a 4x 8 trailer loaded a lot of the times. I even had a front wheel drive motor with transmission going up mountain roads. Never a problem. I knew people that put plows on the car to clear snow. now years latter back to the 4gen Sportage.

[@michieff]

This was fun! As always!

[@stevenkerry3101]

this video Matt reminds of when i was growing up and when Datsun came on the scene now Nissan they got a bad slagging off but look at them now i think the new KIA looks fantastic it's a shame that the badge my put some people off but i would most defiantly consider one myself .

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats right. I think funnily enough Nissan have gone downhill recently and Kia have taken over

[@jon623197]

Is that why you were in Castle Combe recently, as I think it's near the Kia head office? Great vid as always, thank you.

[@CD-vp7rn]

I thought worth sharing, My first ever time in a Kia was my older cousin passed her test got a Kia Pride. It was fine and served a purpose but always a running joke in the family. More importantly reminded me of my first time ever driving a Kia. I worked for Vauxhall main dealer cleaning cars and as a spotty 19 year old at the time was always sent as the message boy, which I sort of enjoyed. Anyways I remember late one Friday the dealer principal told me had to pick up some new stock and drove me to the local Kia dealership around 2 hours away in the new at the time insignia Vxr, I had to pick up a gen 2 sportage and drive it back. He said ‘follow me’ tore off to the first round about and I could just about see the Arden blue of the insignia we were travelling at decent pace. He indicated, so did I, or so I thought… they still had the old school reversed indicator and wiper arms on opposite sides of the steering wheel. I came into the round about pretty hot and of course was all over the place as I had no indicators but my window wipers were on full speed haha. I laughed after I figured out what happened and the dealer principle made it home around 30 minutes before me haha This was over 10 years ago now but a memory I always have. Great video Matt and thanks for a trip down memory lane 😊

[@t7hug]

I went from a BMW 4 series Gran Coupe to a Kia Stinger. I now have an EV6, both are great cars. You didn’t mention the 7 year warranty, who else offers that.

[@sib4897]

Watch it again, I'll think you'll find he did. I'm impressed with your choice of cars; both the Stinger and EV6 are on my wishlist! 😊

[@t7hug]

I have not been disappointed with either. I did flick through the video I must admit. I would love Matt to review the EV6. He can have mine for a few hours.

[@sib4897]

@@t7hug I have a bowls colleague who has an EV6, he loves it. His wife has just bought an i3 so they're full EV now. Matt wasn't too impressed with the e-tron; your EV6 could sway him!! 👍

[@bootsandpaws]

The first gen had a face lift and was longer and did away with the rear wheel carrier. It was also a proper 4x4 with a high and low range gear box. I had one in Australia and it was a great little off roader. The second gen diesel had issues with its dpf and plenty failed!

[@zachingram6056]

Ah the cinematography is on point 🤌

[@AssumedTiger]

Great video as always. I would say its your best video yet. You should do more "evolution of cars" videos like this aswell :)

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@AssumedTiger]

@@HighPeakAutosNo problem

[@hotwheelshuntinguk]

Loved this history video!

[@michalrajnic758]

I like that Kia and Hyundai try new things and have all sorts of varied designs. The new Santa Fe is very cool, as is the EV9.

[@carlwallace8412]

Keep on making vids like this Matt and youll go thru the stratosphere mate. Just brilliant ❤

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks, will do!

[@adambeaver1749]

Matt you need to get a Stinger GTS on the channel.....now that's a car ! 😉

[@BionicRusty]

I’m at 8:16 and still waiting for the Skoda comparison. IMO, Kia have managed to pull off the same feat as them. Great cars 👏👏 Great video 👏👏

[@perro0076]

I was given the white one by the rental company which i took on a ski trip with 4 people and 4 x 80L suitcases in it. I run small cars and rather rent a big one for road trips. I was also super impressed by the Killed In Action Sportage. If i was after a bigger car, it would certainty be at the top of the list. I feel it has the edge on the Nissan equivalent.

[@paul_isaac]

Great film work Matt. Really happy to see you succeed with the content you put out.

[@niprbmw_210]

I absolutely adore the 3rd generation Sportage ever since I was young. I always liked the design from the exterior, interior and I think it was a stunner ever since it was launched. One of my neighbours has a 2nd generation Kia Sportage which was also good.

[@joshbowman4731]

KIA have done very well, it's that 7 year warranty that keeps customers buying more. I don't think I have seen you with a mitsubishi on your videos yet? I think the L200 is another good example of how a manufacturer better themselves

[@Clappers89]

Excellent reviews, really liking this format of video 👍 How about the Ford Fiesta next as it's stopping production?

[@johzif5499]

great format, i loved this video so much. Very enjoyable watch :) 👍