Used 2011 Kia Sportage EX SUV Review
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3 yrs later...
rifral, 01/29/2014
2011 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
I gave 5 stars too... 3 years ago! The styling is cool, awesome sunroof, decent cargo and passenger room and... well... that's about it. 2 brake switch replacements* (recently recalled), less than expected gas mileage, squeeks and rattles and lately the transmission is reving too high. I have no faith that this rather expensive model will last me the 10 years I was hoping for. It might … be a hard sale once the warranty expires!
*when the brake switch blows, the car is completely dead. I know things happen but I shouldn't have to see my car being towed on a flat bed twice while making car payments.
Surprising (in a good way)
sphal, Wayne, PA, 04/08/2011
2011 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
I was surprised to see the Sportage at the top of most "cute ute" lists, but after driving one I was just surprised at what a great car it is.
I was set on buying a Equinox, but none were in stock on the weekend I had to buy (my old car died).
I drove the Kia and found a car that was just as nice for 3-4k less.
After 1 month I have no regrets, it is the perfect car for me with decent gas … mileage, good looks, and lots of amenities (AWD, leather, roof, GPS).
Problem with electronic steering
garydevans, Green Valley, AZ, 01/13/2011
2011 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
My vehicle has two distinct issues with the electronic steering.
1) When driving in a straight line the car wanders to the left and right. There does not seem to be a preference. Sometimes it goes left and sometimes it goes right.
2) There is some stiction in the steering wheel control. As you try to correct slightly for the wandering the steering does not react to the first slight … control pressure but as the pressure is increased it does release usually resulting in an over correction.
As a result of these two problems the car will weave down a straight road with the need for constant corrections on the steering wheel.
First Impressions
happi81, Reston, VA, 01/19/2011
2011 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
I purchased the Sportage EX with the Leather/Navigation package which gives you all the toys and still came in under $30k.
They present a great value when looking at price, features, and warranty but at the same time they look amazing...at least in my opinion.
However, here are the cons for me.
1. Our volume button on the steering wheel broke within 2 weeks
2. Rear dimming lights are … too dim.
Cant really see anything except for headlights of other vehicles.
3. Almost impossible to navigate through back window.. too small
4. Seatbelt indicator is beyond annoying, beeps incessantly.
5. Seatbelt on the passenger side bangs against door when not in use.
6.
Ride is very stiff and unforgiving
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2011 Kia Sportage EX SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Sharp styling inside and out
- Pro:more fun to drive than other crossovers
- Pro:plenty of premium features
- Pro:intuitive controls.
- Con:Slightly stiff-legged ride
- Con:less cargo capacity than other crossovers.
Full Edmunds Review: 2011 Kia Sportage SUV
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