30 Years of the Kia Sportage

Today, I've been invited to an event for the 30th Anniversary of the Kia Sportage. Let's see how it's evolved over the years.
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[@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.

[@Alien8_P1]

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

[@volt8684]

Not so affordable now

[@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.

[@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.

[@thindo]

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

[@Curiousdriving]

😂😂😂😂

[@MCTogs]

Truly a momentous occasion in the history of the automobile.

[@midinotes]

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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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!

[@johnnybone1972]

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

[@tomoreilly9932]

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

[@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...

[@ohlookitsbrooksy]

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!

[@Millesimal_Ed]

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.

[@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

[@marcus1970]

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

[@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

[@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

[@edwardkarran4963]

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

[@wildcountry.]

Bro in law was a head engineer at VAG group, when he retired he bought a Kia - 'nuf said. Matt you're killing it on video quality!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@user-jg6vw3em9f]

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

[@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

[@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

[@ponderer23]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@brianjohnclark1061]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@kennadod2080]

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

[@hotwheelshuntinguk]

Loved this history video!

[@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

[@mattmurray1081]

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

[@simonbroddle754]

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

[@johzif5499]

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

[@charliecox6701]

Had no idea i was 9 when this first came out. I feel so old!

[@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

[@bloodshark124_]

Thanks for the constant bangers matt😊

[@HighPeakAutos]

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.

[@vinimaguire8109]

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

[@paul_isaac]

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

[@b.2221]

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

[@HighPeakAutos]

Wow, thank you

[@user-gx4io1pi4j]

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

[@carlwallace8412]

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

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks, will do!

[@andytriffer3942]

Loved the other vid you did on sportage helped a lot when buying and highlighting main issues so cheers also pass on your advice 👌

[@wendyhopkins2902]

I've had a kia niro level 4 spec since September, and I love it the extras kia give you are great 😊😊

[@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….

[@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!

[@wezftw7130]

The interior on the latest gen is stunning.

[@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.

[@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?

[@MichaelLayman-rr3ch]

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

[@mikecannon374]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@adambeaver1749]

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

[@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!! 👍

[@user-hy6hl9us9o]

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

[@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

[@matcarter1975]

Another great video Matt. We have a 2018 mk 4 sportage and love it, you mentioned a bit about it but shame you didnt appear to drive it in the video like the other versions and give a bit more of a review on the Mk4.

[@timjones-]

Really enjoying your videos mate😊

[@scrappedcars]

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!

[@scrappedcars]

@@HighPeakAutosNo problem

[@jimmybroom]

Great video and very well put together.

[@Bikeops2021]

Good review, might take a look at those!

[@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 😀

[@markmw123]

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

[@Calum-vn1sl]

Brilliant video matt. Really enjoyed this more journalist type video very good watch 👌👌

[@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

[@marcuskirby9299]

Great video Matt. I fully appreciate it would be hard to get good working models of all generations of x manufacturer but another of these videos would be great👍

[@ant647448336]

Another great video, Mat. I almost bought a 4th gen 1.6CRDi brand new, loved the 232lbft of torque. I then looked into getting the 5th gen 1.6T-GDI hybrid which I thought was amazing, but I ended up buying the Honda Civic Mk11 hybrid. I had the 2017 Cee'd 1.6GDI 6 speed manual for 5 and a half years and covered 140200km on it before I sold it. It's true what you say - they've come a seriously long way since my Dad had the rebadged Ford Festiva in the form of the KIA Pride in the early 90s.

[@6770connor]

My neck of the woods. Beautiful place

[@Whiponized]

proud of how far the vids have come matt

[@HighPeakAutos]

Me too

[@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

[@stuarthunter7559]

Who needs top gear when we have High Peak Calvin's Diary and Jay Emm plus a lot of other entertaining amateur vloggers who actually know about cars

[@davidclabon1138]

Great video Matt, interesting format, I like it! :)

[@HighPeakAutos]

Glad you liked it!

[@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.

[@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

[@robertwalker1742]

Matt, 30 years ,and me and lots of truckers consider them to be a flawed car.The idea in driving is to be safe, so why put the rear indicators on the bottom of the bumper.Surely a high indicator like a Volvo shines through the car that’s in front of you, so then you can anticipate what the car in front of you may do.With the indicators way down that is impossible, and in bad weather they get really dirty.

[@ambitiousautos1064]

I beg to differ slightly, the third generation was where I think it all changed, right across the range, when you look at all of them, the Rio, Picanto, Sportage, the Sorento, then that was when they brought out my fave, and you'll get fed up of me bringing this one up, the Optima, and I know you'll review one one day, they were nigh on perfect, but badge snobbery got in the way for a lot of people, and yes, rear cameras ALWAYS gave up the ghost, but by God, the Optima is a GREAT used car buy now, the first generation 👍👍👍👍

[@Clappers89]

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

[@kennethsmyth]

The second gen has a very clever back seat, as you fold it it drops lower to make a pure flat floor like a van with plastic on the back of the seats

[@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.

[@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

[@Spheredalai]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KIA SPORTAGE 🎉

[@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!

[@dmc9487]

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

[@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

[@michieff]

This was fun! As always!

[@wolvoman1]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@monikacorgi]

Great video as always 🥰🥰