The 2023 Kia Sportage SX Prestige Hybrid Is A Distinctive Electrified Family SUV

[@Scotty_B123]

I got this exact car except in gravity grey back in June of last year. I love it! The wireless CarPlay can be fixed with a cheap simple dongle. The only thing I wish it had was the home link mirror. 17k miles so far and no issues.

[@wolfshanze5980]

I have the sister car... the 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid SEL with Convenience. Yes, the wireless AA can be fixed with a simple dongle (which I did), and the lack of a Homelink mirror is also a simple (if somewhat pricier) fix I got an OEM Hyundai Homelink mirror and had it installed as soon as I bought my car. The wiring is there, just Hyundai and Kia are being cheap with Homelink. I fixed it and saved $5,000 by not having to go up to the next higher trim to get Homelink!

[@wazgoodjj]

Lol. 17k miles and no issues. Well, duh, it's brand new. Get back at us in 2 years.

[@lornestein7248]

@@wazgoodjj Exactly.. I'm waiting for 2-3 testing.

[@TheTreycubed]

Where does the dongle plug in at? I wouldn’t want it showing

[@wolfshanze5980]

@TheTreycubed same place you plug your phone into your data port for AA or Carplay. The dongles are smaller than plugging in your phone regardless and you can leave your phone in your pocket and never need to plug it into your car again.

[@Experioxity]

In the toggle switch for the infotainment controls and climate controls you can hold that for about 5-6 seconds and it’ll pop up a screen to select what screen you want it to time out to so you only have to remember it’s on one and not the other

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[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

Thanks 👍😊😎EX version, As well.

[@smallqwaro]

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[@brettsayers3709]

Having wired Apple CarPlay instead of wireless is actually a plus for me. We had wireless CarPlay on our 2022 Tucson and it was awful. It glitched all the time, especially when there were multiple family members with iPhones programmed in the system. It was hard to select the right phone and would cut out when someone else used their phone. I’d take wired CarPlay all day where at least it knows which phone to use depending on which one is connected

[@doudymac]

Another plus is that you won't have to worry about battery drain. 👍

[@lindsaybeg]

Really helpful to know. Thanks!

[@che2335]

The 1st world fam probs ❤

[@dacatalyst41]

What did you move to after the Tucson?

[@Binaryfarto]

I've noticed a drop in the audio quality with wireless Android Auto vs wired. That might just be in my Audi - might not be an issue with other makes.

[@AhmedTanahy-rd3uf]

I get 34 mpg on cold days (temps in the 30s and below) and average speed of 70-75 mph. On warmer days (temp over 45 degrees) and average speed below 65 mph, I got almost 42 mpg. So it really depends on your driving style and temperature. It seems that I get a much better electric boost on warmer days. Thanks for the nice review!

[@ryancraig2795]

About the same for me. I'm pretty happy with it. Much better mileage than my previous car, a Nissan Murano, which was lucky to reach 25 mpg at those speeds, and averaged under 20 in mixed use.

Once again, thank you for mentioning tire sizes on your reviews. Sofyan, you are one the few, if not the only reviewer that does that! Good post!

[@RitchieNjoro]

Don't forget... The spare tyre. Sounds old school but I don't wanna wait for someone to come change my tyre while I can do it in like 10 min

[@christopherr5908]

This is an awesome car that I bought one. Thank you for a wonderful review. I bought the 2023 Kia Sportage SX Prestige AWD Hybrid. I love it. Mine is coming in another month. It has the best 1.6L Turbo engine with the Hybrid engine at 38MPG. I am very impressed with all of it. So many features. The Panoramic sunroof is simple awesome. It is built very well with great quality. The LED projector lights are very bright and go very far. The engine is very quick and quiet. No road noise at all. Thank you for your honest review.

[@Inhalesamm]

Thank you for your input bc I’m about to buy one as well!

[@christopherr5908]

@@Inhalesamm You are welcome. That is a great choice, enjoy. Congrats.

[@barbandkids]

I saw a podcast that had him driving the shortage; it was sooo. Noisy in the cabin. I haven’t decided on a Kia shortage or a Hyundai Santa Fe hybrids

[@ThatOneArchie]

Great review as usual! I'm so happy you finally reviewed another 23 Sportage! I actually own the Xpro Prestige and i absolutely love it! Not the hybrid but at 65mph i can get 34mpg!! I love mine so so so so so much!! And as for wireless Android auto idrc about that feature. So I'm completely satisfied with my purchase! 😍😍😍🤟🤟

[@R56Cooper]

Such a great vehicle for value! Punching above its class-- love the Highway Driving Assist and lane centering tech that can be operated independent of the smart cruise control---!

[@ThatOneArchie]

@@R56Cooper I totally agree! yesterday i just test drove the Mazda Cx50 for sh1ts and giggles and omg it was straight trash compared to the 2023 Kia Sportage! not only was it tiny af! The Steering was so bad and heavy like literally painful ton drive with one hand! It looked very nice on the outside but that's where it ends. Also it was very slow compared to my 23 Sportage! didn't even have a digital instrument cluster! also all the interior materials were so damn cheap looking and feeling and oddly placed! and get this.. IT IS LITEREALY ABOUT 6k more than my Xpro Prestige!!!!!!!! The Sportage is a straight steal if you can get it at MSRP!!!!!

[@R56Cooper]

@Aaron Chambers completely agree! The sportage's exterior and interior design are about 36months ahead of its time-- the large dual screens are straight out of mercedes' interiors-- I appreciate a full pano roof. And the lane centering tech of KIAs are excellent. Many cars do not even have competant lane centering tech, but what I really like about KIA's lane centering is that it works whether the adaptive cruise is on or off. Many other brands need to have their adaptive cruise on for their lane centering to be activated. In low to medium speed traffic, having lane centering turned on while the driver is controlling the gas and brakes really makes the tedious parts of driving in traffic more tolerable.

[@TszHoNgan]

I got the X-line Prestige PHEV one and that one is killing it! Everyone love it when they saw the vehicle!

[@michelleatamian6362]

@@TszHoNgan curious... what kind of driving do you usually do? short trips, longer commutes, etc... we are trying to decide if the additional 7K for the phev (over the hev) is worth it. You can buy alot of gas for 7K and the federal tax credit went away too.

[@joetaylor2038]

This is the absolute best hybrid value for the money. Toyota didn't even offer Car play until 2019 while most GM vehicles offered it standard as far back as 2016 if not sooner. great review!

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[@ozzierabbit587]

Kind of a disappointment one has to pony up over $36k to get adaptive cruise, and the auto-dimming rearview mirror is a dealer add-on. Those come standard in many cheaper cars.

[@geoffreysimpson3286]

I've watched hundreds of car reviews on youtube over the last few years and Redline is the first reviewer to prefer a CVT over a 6-speed transmission. Most reviewers universally hate the CVT.

[@simonjoseph5731]

FOR GAS ONLY THEY PREFER AUTOMATIC BUT FOR HYBRIDS CVT IS THE GO TO ...

[@howardgore9807]

The Kia Sportage has come a long way with the styling & aggressive look.

[@TalismanPHX]

Styling is distinctive in a world filled with baby buggy boxes...... nicely done review as always, Sir 😊

[@JCTiggs1]

4:02 Totally agree, especially the front end.

[@EnriqueGarcia-vg3bl]

Excellent presentation !!!... I live in the Midwest, the same unit as described in this video, after one year and a half, I got between 27 mpg up to 34mpg, temperatures from -5 up to 110 degrees; when I'm driving in the city better mileage than on the Hwy, I always use Smart Drive instead of ECO drive, reason? when I'm on the highway and need Juice from the car, I instantly get it. also the ventilated seats or heated as need it... the illumination during night time... the electrified curve display, a lot of stuff in the car... I just love it !!!...

[@panzer_TZ]

Another vehicle that you can’t actually buy because there is no inventory. If you do manage to find one, have fun paying a market adjustment or a dealer “pro pack”.

[@truckercowboyed2638]

That's where you negotiate or walk if they won't budge on the markups......prices are falling and inventory is coming back by the way

[@dit100]

I’m hearing you really need to check other states and look at having it delivered or drive it your self.

[@JoseDiaz-qw7mg]

@@truckercowboyed2638 you walking away won’t help much when there are many idiots willing to pay the higher markups

[@eden20111]

That and you can’t even factory order it. Dealers won’t let you. Their reasoning is you can only buy vehicles from the lot. Like what..

[@dit100]

@@eden20111 that’s the law I believe. Tesla and the other EV companies have some sort of exemption I think based on the way the vehicles are made/distributed.

[@HURLEY7130]

I love the look of this vehicle over the rav4, especially the matte paint and general exterior/interior design. The rav4 hybrid system just has years of reliability and trust already behind it and many of them have been known to last 300k+ miles. The hybrid system of the Sportage just doesn't have that known reliability yet, which is a big deterrent for me.

[@CoryBurke]

Agreed. If you had an extended full coverage warranty to 100k it might make it a moot point (reliability) as compared to the Toyota.... But yes, I do agree on your points. And yes, this looks SO MUCH better than the Rav4 when you look at everything together. The interior blows away the Ravs and even those "new" ones with the larger screen. The trunk space on this Sportage is seriously attractive as well. I have a little folding platform I built for my Rav Hybrid to allow for more flat storage and to also use for single night car camping, etc. It works O-K but its pretty tight. The interior of the Sportage is pretty amazing for the cars size.

[@TomTom-gn9mp]

Finally someone that pronounces this car the proper way. It's not a French car.

[@Kered-9]

I really like the interior color. This is my top pick for my next vehicle when my current lease is up.

[@realitybites8558]

The carmine red interior is not exclusive to the shadow matte gray. It is also available with fusion black and gravity gray exteriors.

[@ra4811]

Thank you for another fine review. We especially appreciate that, as you talk about different features, you will refer to what other cars in that class are doing/including. It makes it very easy for us to compare. One thing we wish you could include would be a bit more info re: trunk/back storage, especially with SUVs. Are they flat? How long? How wide? Since we hope to purchase a vehicle that can double as an overnight camper, that info would be super helpful. Oh, and thanks for including your opinions and reasoning. We trust your experience and so greatly appreciate those remarks. Thanks again.

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[@OrdinaryG33K-SF]

That is one SERIOUSLY good-looking vehicle! And that paint job is BANGIN'! My only reservation is these reports I'm hearing about Kia/Hyundai not honoring warranty repairs. What good is "The longest warranty in the industry" if they don't honor it? This gives me pause. Both this & the Hyundai Tucson are beautiful-looking vehicles, though!

[@myefone1536]

In addition the continuing issues and class actions against them, latest of which is in Australia. They don't seem to want to correct the problems their vehicles have. I've also heard about the horrendous customer service once you have bought the vehicle. Getting things covered under warranty is a challenge and they resist very strongly.

[@mekam5537]

That’s good to know. I have RAV4 now and I have great service with Toyota. It would really be disappointing to pay money and get bad service. Now I have something to think about.

[@michaelflude9334]

I am so impressed you really know your stuff

[@JustHere751]

I want to purchase this so bad but the dealer mark ups are stopping me because I’m not paying 5k for added tint and floor mats

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[@THE-NC2]

Why would you go to a dealership for tint?

[@JustHere751]

@@THE-NC2 I wouldn’t but dealership’s in my state are adding on a dealers package that includes legal tint on the front two windows and floor mats for a mark up of around 5k.. they won’t even sell the car unless you buy the package

[@fanoftoast]

I went to a dealership here in TX yesterday and they did the same thing. $3295 package on top of MSRP that had window tints, all weather floor mats, some auto theft service, 1 year of free maintenance and like 1 other “perk”. It’s so brutal 😩

[@JustHere751]

@@fanoftoast So brutal… Ima continue to hold out a bit longer… I hope you “didn’t give in” 💜💜💜💜

[@truckercowboyed2638]

To think we're in a world now where a SUV can do 0-60 in 7.7 seconds and that's considered slow, there were V8 cars in the 90s/00s that wouldn't do under 8 seconds.....

[@j0404t]

Having test drove the Tesla Model Y Performance with 0-60 in 3.5 seconds....for an SUV... it's a whole new world

[@hss8973]

​@@j0404t That's Lamborghini world

[@TrevorATX]

@@hss8973not even new corvette c8 does 0 - 60 in 2.9. A Tesla model 3 can do it in 3 second too. These are both 60k ish. Don’t need a lambo to go fast

[@CarsandTechInfo]

I love this color combination! I wish they had a Shadow metallic gray or offered this trim with Wolf Gray as an option with this interior color

[@techpappee]

The newly redesigned Kona (2024) has wireless apple car play. It also has a power lift gate. Hyundai is switching to 12" screens with their updated infotainment.

[@ryancraig2795]

Funny thing is that if you get the base model Sportage with the 8" display, you do get wireless Car Play and Android Auto.

[@kevin-qc7zv]

I have the same sportage and trim, its just not a hybrid. I wish I would have waited for the hybrid for extra power

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[@PowerandPeril]

We ordered the SX Prestige in Gravity Grey in November of last year. Put down a $1,000 deposit. Still waiting.

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[@sherrybaynes6588]

We ordered sx Prestige hybrid on August 10th and still waiting. March 10th will be 7 months. Is this normal now?

[@TheTreycubed]

Interesting! No one in Oklahoma will take a order or pull from another dealership out of state.

[@fanoftoast]

Dang ☹️ hope yours gets delivered soon!! I screenshotted the options I built out online in November and redid the build yesterday and realized kia has raised the MSRP of the Sportage hybrid EX a little bit since November so now one scared to wait much longer if I really am going to order one. They even increased the delivery fee slightly too. I’m thinking I may have to travel across the country to find what I really want.

[@ej8125]

@@sherrybaynes6588 I ordered my SX Prestige hybrid last November and the wait continues. Are you still waiting for yours?

[@janetgordon3365]

It’s the best looking, most stylish SUV on the market. I’m beyond excited, been waiting to get my Hybrid Prestige Ex for 3 months living in Atlanta. I’m flying to Orlando tomorrow to pick it up!! 💞💓💞

[@janetgordon3365]

$38,000 I got the most luxurious Hybrid!💓

[@ashleyc999]

How is it?

[@aquanb93]

This is actually pretty powerful. Reminds me of how the accord hybrid was powerful for it's time.

[@Lefishn]

Actually 261hp on HPEV

[@NileshR12]

This Carmine Red interior looks more like a burnt tan brown & it looks amazing in person 😍🔥🥵🤩! I love this interior

[@LordWaterBottle]

I would love to see a head to head to head between Kia Sportage, Toyota Rav4, and Honda CR-V hybrids!

[@josephalba978]

Car Confections has a top 10 video, where those three are included. Not sure if the CR-V presented is the hybrid tho

[@LordWaterBottle]

@@josephalba978 I did see that, I want more detail than a top 10 format gives.

[@Angelbonilla1982]

Love the design

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[@Use69r]

looking freaking amazing for it’s segment. solid and well maded interior with cool design. one thing is complaining for me is pretty too much glossy surfaces in that areas where it can be covered with scratches easily during the time. overall very good choice, if it will have a competitive reliability of course

[@jravishing]

that switching menu for the audio and climate control reminds me of Apple's touch bar on the Macbook pro.

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[@tdg223]

What are the most comfortable and supportive leather seats in an suv??

[@tazzyanderson1192]

With all due respect, HOW DARE YOU! The style is the first thing that made me fall in love with it!

[@dominance_aesthetic6911]

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[@estebanandradez4487]

FYI that blank button your referring to on the central console (time index 12:50) is for the EV/HEV button in the PHEV models

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[@NileshR12]

I would love to see a comparison between this car with the Tucson Hybrid Limited & the CX-5 2.5T Signature since they all have the same amount of HP on 87 grade gas but the CX-5 has more torque than the Tucson & Sportage

[@YZERPLAN]

Why, all 3 suck 😂

[@iwnunn7999]

There's a lot to love about this car. Pretty sure it's my next car.

[@natalie6279]

I Have the SX-PRESTIGE HEV Vesta blue. It is very nice and I think you will like it!

[@NileshR12]

I love this interior color, but I wish that kia would let you get this car with a more interesting exterior color compared to the Fusion Black, Gravity Grey, & the Shadow Matte Grey which looks way better than the metallic Gravity Grey. I wish you could get the Deep Ocean Blue from the Seltos or even the Vesta Blue the Sportage offers with this interior which would make it look very unique. Even the Jungle Green they offer on the Sportage Plug-in Hybrid with this interior would look very distinctive

[@InvestBetter.]

Toyota's Rav4 is crushing the competition, selling 399k units last year CRV fell all the way down to 253k

[@naveenthemachine]

The RAV4 is not as good as the competition.

[@InvestBetter.]

@@naveenthemachine Whatveer helps you sleep at night.

[@jxmar_]

@@InvestBetter. They were shy of 400k units by only 50 sales!! So I suspect they didn’t sell more because they simply couldn’t build enough of them.

[@YZERPLAN]

@@InvestBetter. He sleeps all day and has no job poor Hindu boi

[@michelleatamian6362]

no longer.

[@dopesoul7179]

Why can’t I ever find these anywhere?

[@jeffs6090]

This is the perfect spec for this car!

[@ryancraig2795]

I've had my hybrid EX model since September. Quite happy with it overall, with a few caveats: 1. The non-projector headlights on the EX model were rated poor by the NHTSA or IIHS. I can confirm. The projector units from the SX should be on every model. 2. The heated windshield did can be distracting at times, especially at night when oncoming headlights hit it. 3. Winter mileage on short trips suffers compared to warmer weather. But it drives and rides nicely. Could be a little better insulated from road noise, but it's not bad. Tech stuff all works well, wish they could figure out the wireless Android auto, would make the wireless charger more useful.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I love Kia vehicles!! I'm buying this Sofyan.

[@michaelflude9334]

Brillient you know your sportage

[@baileyyeager1376]

Want it but all available models are marked up 5k plus

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[@wayneyim8714]

I have the Hybrid SX-Prestige , and getting around 32-34 mpg around town since I bought it in November. As I live in the NYC area, the winter temperature probably did not help the mpg. I am surprised you left out mentioning the dynamic instrument cluster!

[@wayneyim8714]

@Redlinecarss naaaahhh nice try you spammer

[@smoov_23]

Do you regret getting this vehicle?

[@wayneyim8714]

@@smoov_23 No regrets at all.

[@JessicaJohnson-sb3uk]

Thank you. Your criticism has helped my decision to buy this vehicle 🎉❤

[@kaizen5180]

This car is selling like wild fire, everybody drives it where I reside. Best buck for your money. Goodluck finding one 🤣

[@YZERPLAN]

You mean actually setting on fire 😂🔥, this suv is a piece of shit like Hyundai 😂

[@fanoftoast]

Literally thinking about flying across the country to track a hybrid one down.

[@Futuretycoon2375]

Will consider this vehicle and thanks for nicely hosting

[@neildesposito1492]

Good review, and honest 👍

[@pipin447]

The intro music 🔥🔥🔥

[@Pendragon501]

For whatever it's worth, my friend only averages 34-35 mpg in her RAV4 Hybrid with mixed driving and she drives super conservative too.

[@ilyashick3178]

RAV 4 AWD Hybrid version is produced with two electrical motors, combustion engine. Sportage AWD Hybrid or plug-In version is one electrical, combustion one. plus, small electrical motor just to restart combustion engine.

[@starwalker6930]

In Canada, Kia's Aircon and infotainment panels don't work with gloves.. so its very annoying to use if your car is not warm , you will be forced to remove gloves in -25 deg just to fiddle with the AirCon/Heating. Definitely an oversight for Canada or colder climates.

[@lornestein7248]

Never thought about that.. Thanks for the tip on this vehicle.

[@ericm3327]

Do your gloves have that padded material for touch screens on the finger tips?

[@racheljoanfleming159]

Even the 'touch sensitive' gloves for electronics don't help in Canada's freeze out zones. Definitely an opportunity for improvement. Canada is a totally different climate to USA. If they start to produce a Colorado/Minnesota version would be interested...lol

[@robertduklus6555]

you can always count on clownadian whinner to surface

[@starwalker6930]

@@robertduklus6555 huh? What sort of dumbf*u*k unicorn you drive buddy ?

[@EvendimataE]

that is a very nice tone of brown interior

[@wickedroller]

Just ordered my SX Prestige Hybrid yesterday at MSRP.

[@myefone1536]

Just wait and see what the price is when it comes in. Have no obligation to keep the price the same as when you last spoke with them. Only an actual bill of sale will retain the original price. What you've probably signed is a worksheet and to them not the same thing. And if you complain about the price when your vehicle finally comes in, they will just smile and tell you that if you don't want to pay, there are others out there that will.

[@wickedroller]

@Mye Fone I contacted the salesman and told them exactly what you said. They told me the price we agreed to is the OTD price. They can't even make a bill of sale yet because we don't even have a VIN number for the vehicle being built.

[@myefone1536]

@@wickedroller Good that you verified that with the sales person. I've been reading on reviews of dealerships that by time the vehicle comes in, "market adjustment" price is added, making the vehicle even more extensive than what was promised. Hope you love your vehicle when it comes in.

[@myefone1536]

@@wickedroller yes that is correct that they cannot make the bill of sale yet until the vehicle is assigned a VIN, and that is how they got away with increasing the price in the meantime. They would say the only way of prices guaranteed is if a bill of sale is signed and that cannot be issued until later, do the worksheet holds no guarantee of price. A few customers thought of taking it's to court but it would end up being too expensive and not worth the time, so they would either have to walk away or pay the new price. Perhaps that does not happen as much anymore.

[@wickedroller]

@@myefone1536 yeah I never trust car salesman. Their job is to take as much of your money possible.

[@sixxstringtattz6049]

I got that same car in gravity gray with carmine red interior and I Love it😋

[@Dancer810]

I would like clarify that the carmine red interior is NOT exclusive to the trim and car color being reviewed here, as stated by Sofian. The red interior can also be had in the SX and SX Prestige trims in the regular gas-powered cars (non-hybrid) with the Wolf Gray paint color.

[@haze1123]

The Koreans love these alien robot designs for some reason. They do better when they take inspiration from other vehicles like with the Telluride.

[@joetravieso3165]

reverse engineer

[@Animeabe]

I'd really like to see volume (noise) and shakiness (suspension) lvls in cabin while driving. comfort while driving down the hwy everyday is really important to me.

[@NileshR12]

I wish that you could get this interior color with a dark blue exterior & add a body-color appearance package to have the black plastic pieces painted to match the body color you choose

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[@toyanucci]

Have an EX AWD Hybrid Ibought in August and my average is 39.7 MPG on the dash but when calculated I'm getting 38 MPG average over the 7500 miles that I've driven so far

[@emonnic14]

I recently got my car only had it for 2 and half weeks and I’m noticing around 31 mpg. I’m working on my driving to get better fuel economy but I hope to see those numbers or more.

[@csguak]

holy nutballs this model looks waaay better than RAV4

[@rcairflr]

I agree and that is why I bought one. The RAV4 interior looks very dated and cheap. The matte gray on this one shown is amazing.

[@PlanetEarthTeam]

Nice video! Thanks

[@NileshR12]

I want this exact color combination now that I'm reconsidering this car, unless I get the Fusion Black or Gravity Grey & just wrap the exterior to a dark blue instead

[@kevinW826]

I watched someone do a real world fuel economy test and he averaged 31 mpg on the highway over a 2-3 hr run at 60 mph I think. If that’s all it gets in the real world, that sucks.

[@MeredithLawwson]

The red interior also comes in the gravity gray in sx model in the USA. So you don’t have to get the Matte finish to get the red.

[@michelleatamian6362]

Yup, just picked up our Hybrid SX Prestige in Gravity Gray and Carmine red interior. It's gorgeous!

[@bjbg6838]

I like the spec I saw this paint on an Ev6

[@Angelbonilla1982]

Thanks u Kia for still using traditional transmisión!! Not CVT garbage transmisión

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[@YZERPLAN]

Until the engine/transmission needs to be replaced 😂

[@TREES30349]

​@@YZERPLAN My Kia Sorento 21 has been in the shop for 2 months awaiting a new transmission CVT. Trust me the traditional is better.

[@autosupercar1]

NICE VIDEO I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS M ALSO BIG FAN

[@Quandtimus]

We couldn’t tell

[@robertmontanez9186]

Regarding Hybrid vehicles, which do you prefer/recommend between the Sportage, Sorrento, and Santa Fe?

[@xavierrobinson200]

I have the gas model. And love it. I wanted this hybrid one but couldn't find it

[@nboxm-emrsofyanbey-pp9dn]

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[@ericm4840]

I agree with your comment on the styling but I think it looks better than the Hyundai Tuscon!

[@lornestein7248]

Love this model & paint finish. Too scared of KIA reliability issues to buy right now. Willing to wait 2-3 years for long range testing of this vehicle. Hint: Never buy 1st year model runs of any car. Too many unknowns.

[@ryancraig2795]

Someone has to do it. I'm taking one for the team this time.

[@cameronwashington229]

2.5 and 1.6t have been out for years 1.6t out longer the 1.6t is one of the least problematic engines.

[@ej8125]

@@ryancraig2795 Same here. I hope I don’t end up eating those words 😓

[@CockpitScenes]

You said the engine starts up to heat or cool the interior. Does that mean when the engine turns off (which it does all the time) the A/C turns off? If so, that is a deal breaker. Here in FL you will sweat instantly without A/C. I hate stop/start on my car because of that.

[@BrandonG8Man]

Not having wireless CarPlay/AA is absolutely not a huge deal when a $100 dongle solves that “problem”. I don’t have an issue with reviewers pointing out the lack of it but it’s by no means something that should be described as a “make or break” item.

[@TheLadiesman0815]

Matter of preference

[@wolfshanze5980]

They're $50 now on Amazon... I got one for my 2023 Tucson Hybrid.

[@samuelm5140]

@@wolfshanze5980 what is the dongle called?

[@wolfshanze5980]

@@samuelm5140 The one I got is a "Android Auto Wireless Adapter Akcord A2A Dongle" from Amazon... It's Android Auto only, but there are some just for Apple Carplay and some that do both... there's many options, but I'm happy with the one I have.

[@sharkhark]

They don't they have to take up one of your plug in spots so to say it's no big deal is not the same as having integrated. They also don't give all the same functions. Mostly. But not all. Plus what vehicle in top trim takes it away but gives in basic entry level that's just plain weird

[@davidalenick1246]

The cameras in the new RAV4 have been updated and now have graphics on par with this Kia. You also have the ability to see entirely under the RAV4 on the ones equipped with surround view cameras which is very handy at times.

[@jennaduvall2060]

Dealerships never have any Sportage’s in the SX Prestige trim as a hybrid.

[@mybro727]

You never have anything negative to say about the Hyundai/KIA products. It comes off as a bit of an ad, if I’m being honest.

[@YZERPLAN]

FACTS, This Guy is a sellout to the highest bidder. Exactly why I don’t sub to this gai clown 🤡

[@jxmar_]

Really?? Seems like the guys over at car confections are very Hyundai/Kia based. Those guys absolutely hate Toyota/Lexus.

[@mybro727]

@@jxmar_ 🫧 Too many reviewers are impressed by surface beauty since that’s all they’ll experience during the review - as they usually do not own the vehicle(s) they’re reviewing and are only with them for a few days at a time. This is a ongoing thing with Soyfan. Whenever he reviews a luxury product he never fails to mention Genesis but usually never even mentions brands like Cadillac, Buick, or Lincoln. It’s clear he wants everyone to love the Hyundai/Genesis models as much as he does.

[@cameronwashington229]

@@mybro727 buick isn’t a luxury brand. lincoln hasn’t updated their suvs in years same with caddilacs. genesis has really good products in their lineup at the moment

[@MrMasterSpam]

I really like this and have ordered a PHEV. BUT they are impossible to get! Looks like Ill be waiting at least 9 mos having ordered Oct '22.

[@sflscott11]

FInally no more low bumper turn signals....

[@michaelflieder1431]

Can I get a tow hitch or is it included? And A-pillar interior handles are right above your head for convenience when “holding on!”

[@VivaVilla.]

Minute 12:49 is for the luxury version. It activates a hydrolic jack with a microwave to heat up frozen burritos.

[@michaelflude9334]

Brillient review mick uk

[@ttpp9584]

No one needs to do a 0-60 test on the daily. As long as the power is there when needed.

[@scottbrawley407]

2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid HEV SX AWD Prestige!

[@Smallworld49]

I really like about this car I’ve been wanting for a year I really like the color and interior. but I have 3 things to complain about this car no folding mirror no Apple and android auto car play and no heated seat for the backseat. this three things I would like to add.

[@bpwj7642]

Car washes scratch the hell out of all paint.

[@nboxm-emrsofyanbey-pp9dn]

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[@RealKevGotEm]

Remember: Kia and Hyundai make their cars to look nice to makeup for the dependency and reliability

[@rcairflr]

Look at JD Power, they give Kia top rating for dependab ility and reliablility. Times change and companies change.

[@myefone1536]

​@@rcairflr Go through about ten different review websites before you make your decision. Then count how many active class actions are still being addressed to this date. Still a lot of problems with both Kia and Hyundai. These two companies refuse to learn from their past mistakes. Only reason people still buy them is because of all the features you can get for a reasonable price. But then the problems start and both companies strongly resist covering things under warranty. Engines catching on fire, stopping in the middle of driving, trailer hitches shorting out and catching fire even while vehicle is parked, and lack of a security feature presents problems. As you've probably read, some insurance companies are refusing to insure new Kias and Hyundais because of this reason. The alternative is paying a high premium on ensuring these vehicles. State Farm is one such company.

[@anthonyg8435]

I would love to see a review on the outlander PHEV vs Kia and Hyundai variants 👍

[@aimeeadamos2239]

Yes please more reviews on PHEV versions of all these compact SUV hybrids 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@joeglennaz]

Thank you for the great review. I got to say one thing I cannot stand CVT transmissions. I have a 2017 Hyundai Tucson and I love it except for that transmission. I will never buy another one of those again. It’s so jerky and everyone notices it that rides with me.

[@NewYorksFinest1]

Question: I just bought my 23 Kia Sportage from Kansas City and I'm driving it back to Seattle. Lots of bugs and the car is really dirty. can I wash my car or do I have to wait?

[@vmarsfiles]

I dont get why they dont include wireless car play. At that price point...it should be standard. The competition, the VW Atlas Crosssport, has it standard and with the new redesigned 2024...Kia will have to work even harder to get people to buy it over the others

[@EvendimataE]

ordinary people decide base on the looks of the car.....little difference in smooth shifting or 0-60 will not matter....reliability record is also a big thing....but not to those who know very little about cars

[@weeceman2006]

For those not performance driving savvy, what is “brake torquing.”

[@richardb9591]

The 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid is equipped with a single electric motor, not 2 electric motors as what was mentioned in the specs graphic.

[@filipinotnoir2956]

Is that matte grey still available? I don't see it on the website.