Kia Sportage Hybrid Review

Welcome everyone to my review of the new Kia Sportage Hybrid.
The Kia Sportage has been a family favourite for 30 years by providing families with a practical, rugged SUV that was reasonably priced. But as the years went on and the Sportage reached its 3rd generation, that's when the Sportage really caught the eye of new buyers with its stylish looks and focus on ride and handling.
Now in its fifth generation, this new Sportage offers buyers great practicality and frugality in a very stylish package.
Went to know more? Then watch and enjoy!

[@Tony-zr6cp]

Best review for this vehicle out there. Ordered it after watching this great work mate!

[@tx5530]

Great review mate ordered my GT line in September needs to hurry up 😂

[@shanewhittemore]

Really good review!!

[@poddington39]

Lovely review, Thankyou

[@01thistledoo]

Thanks Bear. Great review but I particularly noticed the rain sensor delay which doesn't seem to be mentioned in other reviews. So well done

[@AutoBears]

You’re most welcome. Thank you for the comment also. I try and be as thorough as I can be to help you make that buying decision.

[@peter.russell]

Kind of handy review of the new Kia Sportage. Also a unique use of unique when describing the hidden rear wiper but nevertheless, am quite interested in this as a next vehicle so thank you for reviewing in such detail.🙂

[@carlfisher5195]

Don't forget, if you go for the GT Line 'S' the list price will be over £40k so you'll be paying £390 per year on top of your road tax, for years 2 to 6... That's £1950 extra... That's after you've spent approx £5k more for the GT Line 'S'.... Shame no one ever mentions that....!!

[@forresg500]

I will buy decent one fsh one at around 5/6 years Let deprecation fall first That leave around 2yrs warranty left

[@user-ux1dc4jy9o]

That’s y I am not getting this model… they shud have set the retail price just under 40k!!

[@justjosh11]

I believe you can get the gt line s with the MH 156bhp engine for sub £40k new, thus avoiding the higher ved rate. Alternatively, the government can step forward and increase this value to £50k or £60k as car prices have increased so dramatically in recent years that even a middle of the line family SUV breaches the threshold of "luxury car tax".

[@carlfisher5195]

@@justjosh11Josh, the lux tax works on the ‘list price’ NOT on any discounted price you may be offered… Let’s see how long it takes the government to raise the threshold…. Not any time soon matey..!!! It’s a dirty tax..!!

[@justjosh11]

@@carlfisher5195 of that I am well aware, I've just finished paying it as my car is 6 years old and it's list price was an inflated £47k even though I bought it 6 months old at £25k!! Don't get me wrong, I don't begrudge paying it for my car as the landscape was different 5/6years ago, but now there is no reasonable excuse really.

[@aerofly2]

A very thorough review 👍. I note you kept saying it’s not a ‘sporty’ SUV, but you wouldn’t think so by the way you were throwing it through the corners😂. I’ve had my GTLine-S for 12 months now and it’s just as sporty as my previous 2.0 Tsi Tiguan. There’s also a ‘Dynamic display’ for the dash which I like to use as it gives a display that’s pictoral and reflects the weather outside and at night. I too am ‘big boned’ or as a friend said once ‘nutritionally challenged’, and I agree that the seats are extremely comfortable for the ‘larger framed person. There is loads of electronical wizardry, some of which does take some learning, especially as the manual explanations leave a lot to be desired. I would highly recommend the Sportage.

[@Tadrax]

"Nutritionally challenged" lmao good one

[@michaelflude9334]

Good review

[@mrmeaner3917]

I’ve ordered the GT line S in green, I wonder if rain-X would help the wing mirror cameras?

[@stephenwakeman3074]

I’ve got the Tucson hybrid in Ultimate trim and it’s the best car I’ve ever had. It’s so refined and a breeze to drive. The electric means that you can take off like poo off a greased shovel despite it being a huge lump of car, especially satisfying after covertly switching it to sport mode at traffic lights 😏 I prefer the front styling of my Tucson but the rear stying of this Sportage.

[@AutoBears]

The Tucson is such a lovely car both inside and out. It really is a family feud with the Sportage. Same with the new Niro and Kona. Both new ones are very good cars.

[@cmontesinos007]

Are you driving a 2023 or 2024? Does it have retractable mirrors? Can a towing package be installed?

[@andypandy955]

I have had the 2015 model from new so decided to change to the hybrid. So why because my Sportage without any doubt is the best car I have ever owned. I have not had a single problem with it ever! It is reliable and still looks as good as the day I got it but I do look after my cars. It get serviced on a regular basis and I have a yearly check done too. When I went to my dealer in France I was offered a part exchange offer that only a fool would refuse and on top of that as it was a red carpet day and I had an invitation they knocked another chunk off the price. I must admit I should have got the car in August but I received a phone call to say I ordered a 2023 model but will now get the upgraded 2024 model for the same price. When I test drove the car which is the same as the one I ordered. How do I say this it was magnificent. It handled like a dream drove like a dream and I didn't want to give it back. One big problem though how do I say goodbye to my old Sportage she has been such a friend and has served me well if I could afford to I would keep her. My Friend down the road bought a new car and couldn't part with his old Sportage and did indeed keep it he said he could not bear to part with it. He has been asked to sell it but has refused the offers. So thank you Kia for the Sportage a wonderful, wonderful car.

[@Eyuanauto-ye7fo]

beautiful

[@tuikotrew]

Nice review. Though there are few things I'd like to know, mostly in numbers and are hard to find especially for short EU market version: a) min and max distance of rear seat legroom; b) what is the depth of boot area measured from back to rear seat? (Those liters do not tell actually anything in real life use :D); c) what is the max height of open hatch measured from ground? Could taller people stand under there as well without need to take Gollum posture? d) how this seat belt which is coming from ceiling for middle row of rear seat looks like when in use? Would it disturb person sitting next to it? It's kind of different with 40:20:40 setup compared to 40:60 where it comes from seat itself.

[@brianiswrong]

Thank you bear How do the cooled seats work? Is it just a fan moving the general air through the seat or does the seat have a dedicated air con outlet which it blows through the seat?

[@AutoBears]

You're most welcome. They do pump air through the small holes in the seat via an electric pump. Some can draw from the AC unit whilst others use air from below the seat where it cool.

[@sargentbash]

Hi, I would love to see you do a review on the Mazda cx-30. Cheerz

[@AutoBears]

Thank you for your comment. I am trying. Would love to have Mazda on the channel.

[@jamesstewart5271]

Good review but why don't you mention how long the hybrid battery lasts and what warranty for the hybrid battery do Kia give..

[@grumpyoldclaret]

A good and comprehensive review. I currently have a mild hybrid GTS on order. Just one comment to make on your review. I haven't driven a car with wing mirrors for decades - they are door mirrors. Showing your age? 😉

[@AutoBears]

My good Sir!! A bear does not reveal his age. I will be honest I rarely hear door mirrors when being described. Sometimes we don't want the old terms to disappear!

[@niptodstan]

I’m going to have a Sportage or a Tuscon next year. I can’t decide which one to have. I’m only going to have the 1.6 as I don’t do much mileage. It’ll be the 3 model in the Sportage or the Ultimate in the Tuscon.

[@Jstars200]

Go for sportage. More modern and better looking will likely hold value better. KIA brand is also generally stronger.

[@michaelflude9334]

What about ppf problems is it sorted for my25 model

[@gh8839]

great and almost thorough review........what a shame you missed a nighttime drive experience, particularly with ref to the headlights....maybe next time?

[@AutoBears]

Hi there GH. I’m sorry but I didn’t have a nightmare drive experience, nor with the headlights. So can’t mention something if it didn’t happen. I drove in both city and countryside environments at night. Sorry. But thanks for calling the review great!

[@KiaTaatje]

Having a Kia Sportage 2022 diesel Turbo AWD ( it's my 4 the Kia Diesel and I do like the diesels ) and know my fuel economy , I would like to know what the fuel consumption is like ......so go back to the drawing board and do a few good test . Cheers from NZ

[@sarahedwards4592]

Hi, can I ask do you know if the petrol version had the boot button. I am looking to purchase one and that’s a feature I really need as disabled. Any advise or info would be great. I have tried to find out but haven’t had any luck. I am off to the garage on Thursday and would love to know in advance before they try selling me things I don’t really need 😂 many thanks 😊

[@AutoBears]

Hi Sarah, thank you for your comment. When you say boot button, do you mean boot release in the car? If so there is on the right side of the interior under the vent. There will also be a boot release button on the key fob.

[@katrinaevans7872]

I am looking at a Sportage 1.6 CRDI EcoDynamics GT line DCT AWD Euro 6 Diesel Hybrid on 2019 plate 79,299 miles Could you please tell me if this is a good car I would be really grateful for your advice

[@AutoBears]

Hi Katrina, thank you for your comment and question. As long as the car has a full service history and has been looked after it should be a good buy. As always look at owners forums for additional help.

[@x2w509]

Looking at the Sportage 3 just because the list price is under 40k and I don't fancy the £500 a year tax

[@AutoBears]

That is a good call. That £40k price tag is easy to cross over nowadays with these family SUV's.

[@poddington39]

Sportage gtline s self charge Or Hyundai ultimate with tech pack? Please decide for me!

[@andrewwilliams7543]

picked up my Sportage 4 in March. November 28th A loose crankshaft pulley has knackered the engine. dealer will not even start repair till after Christmas, no courtesy car available, still under review at Kia for a hire car, still paying for a useless lump of plastic and metal. BUYER BEWARE!!!!! No one gives a!!!!!!!!!

[@andykra8770]

How far could you go on EV mode, before the petrol engine did kick in? I've ordered the HEV GT Line with all options and will get it next year. Greetings from Germany

[@AutoBears]

Thank you for the comment. Being a full hybrid it won't drive 100% on electric. With the size of battery you're looking at around 8 miles or so in total but will use the engine and brake Regen to charge back up and be as frugal as possible.

[@andykra8770]

​@@AutoBearsThanks for your answer. This is exactly what I've expected.

[@aerofly2]

You will also notice the change over from ICE to EV happens pretty seamlessly!

[@shieldaigbencher]

This or the 2022 CR-V hybrid?

[@AutoBears]

This but, I have not driven the new CR-V yet.

[@willsherman3527]

We tried both. Went with the Kids

[@BlackJeepConvertible]

is there a film on the screens? looks so dull

[@AutoBears]

Around the 10:30 minute mark Mr Jeep. Enjoy.

[@michaelflude9334]

I find some reviews irritateing .but this one good

[@AutoBears]

Thank you Michael. I’m glad you haven’t found me irritating. That’s the level I’m going for.

[@michaelflude9334]

@AutoBears do you know anything about my25 kia sportage uk model

[@willandelfie]

I have a 21 plate Sportage petrol worse decision I have ever made it drinks fuel it struggles to get up hills I am forever in low gear to get up them.

[@AHoundOnAHonda]

And renders you unable to use punctuation. Curse those Koreans!

[@shieldaigbencher]

Rumour is the hybrid version is very noisy. Is this true?

[@AutoBears]

I did not find the hybrid system to be that noisy. In fact it was very refined and lovely around town.

[@kipsauer8260]

I’ve got one on order after driving both the hybrid and gas only version the hybrid is the best choice. Plenty of pick up and not noisy at all.

[@andypandy955]

NO

[@howlr747]

My partner gas the new petrol hybrid 2 litre version. I have to say it is bewilderingly silent and beautifully comfortable. The only minus is the awful switch and systems selection panel below the dash. Dreadful. But that is sll.

[@NoChannelChannel]

Please include length to front seat and width of cargo are, volume is useless

[@AutoBears]

I can try NCC but What Car do well with those stats.

[@NoChannelChannel]

@@AutoBears useful to know dimensions for Ikea run or sleeping in ect...

[@AutoBears]

@@NoChannelChannel I do completely understand. They are useful.

[@AHoundOnAHonda]

@@NoChannelChannel According to Autogefühl, at its narrowest between the wheel arches, about 1m; depth about 80cm, or 1m65cm with rear seats down; height to ceiling around 75cm. What's "ect"? Ectoplasm? Ectomorph? Ectopic?

[@NoChannelChannel]

@@AHoundOnAHonda thank you very much

[@JGB62]

😀😀😀😀😀

[@AutoBears]

Thank you. I'm glad you like the Sportage.

[@martint251]

I do not it’s lighting style and rear side .

[@AutoBears]

Thank you for your comment Martin. Styling does affect everyone differently and I'm sure there's a rear end of an SUV you'll like out there.

[@APC-pm2on]

Can someone check how many times he says "new sportage"? 😂

[@AutoBears]

I’ll check for you. What do I get when I get you that number? 😋

[@willsherman3527]

Silly that reviewers still talk about the exterior design as a possible issue. They are selling like crazy! At well above MSRP. Catch up.

[@AutoBears]

Hey there Will. Thank you for your comment. Of course we are going to talk about the style of a car as it’s the first thing you see. Manufacturers want to make bold statements nowadays and stand out amongst the crowd. I have already caught up Will. Do you need a bear hug? I think so.

[@willsherman3527]

@@AutoBears thanks for the nice reply. I was in a very bad mood that day. And I didn't explain myself very well. I think I meant to say that in my opinion the new Kia look for the Sportage is not a problem for the vast majority of people. 👍

[@freetalk9111]

2024 model rear seat floor mat too big and doesn't properly fit.

[@hesham3326]

🔴❤️🔴 Sportage 🔴❤️🔴 .✴️ 👁️🗿👁️ 🏴 . .🕳️ 👄 🕳️ . . 🖤🐾🖤 KIA 💫🖤🐾🖤.

[@Antiorganizer]

Why get the hybrid when there's there plug in hybrid? It makes no sense!

[@AutoBears]

You’re one of the first to ask that question. A lot of people don’t buy plug in hybrids, as they don’t charge them regularly. Plus struggle to get the claimed mpg numbers.

[@Antiorganizer]

@@AutoBears But when one can plug it in at home, and enjoy the 1st like 50+ km running on electric, what's not to like? Plugin is a huge value over hybrid !

[@AutoBears]

@@Antiorganizer that’s true. But comes down to the buyers responsibility to do that.

[@rufdymond]

Well a big reason is if you live in an apartment - a plug-in hybrid is not an option in that case……it’s one of the reasons why I could only buy a FHEV rather than a PHEV for my next car. The only other option would be to go full EV but the prices are still too high as far as I’m concerned.

[@Antiorganizer]

@@rufdymond I used to live in an apartment building a long time ago. Indeed, the battery would just be sitting empty the whole time. As for prices, I'd get used. e-Golf or Ioniq 1st/2nd generation or Bolt (Ampera-e), but only if you can charge. Those that need 2 cars, it makes sense to make the 2nd car a city runner like that.

[@TazBo-wd2ig]

You can pick up amazing Range Rover Sports for way cheaper and they are much better cars.

[@AutoBears]

Thank you for your comment. You can pick any used car up cheaper than a new one if it a few years old but I would take the Sportage over the RR Sport due to the great warranty.

[@davebennett2482]

7.7s 0-60 is reasonably sporty for an suv against the tiguan, tuscon etc

[@caskraker]

Tucson has air diffuse, Sportage has not. Diffused air is a lot more refined and feels nicer. Furthermore, KIA only does black interiors in my country. Boring…..