Used 2021 Kia Sportage Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 Sportage, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sportage since its last redesign.
Stylish get up and go!
Shelly, 02/05/2020
2020 Kia Sportage LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
103 of 104 people found this review helpful
I was surprised to learn how comfortable this car is. I drive a lot and didn't want bad gas mileage or a vehicle that hesitated. The seats are SO comfortable, the ride is quiet, bigger interior room, including the back seat. Stylish interior and easy controls with many options. I can feel this difference when I put in AWD and if I choose sport mode too. I love driving this around town, the highway and can't wait for a long distance vacay in this. I chose the color, Hyper Red which is really a gorgeous color. These vehicles have truly come a long way and it surprised and impressed me for the 2020. Oh and I'll add, I researched vehicles on my own and nobody talked me into trying out this vehicle. I had to share my new found wisdom here!
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Very Pleased
Bsprinks, 10/29/2019
updated 11/02/2022
2020 Kia Sportage S 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
94 of 96 people found this review helpful
I just returned from a 1,200 mile trip in my 2020 Kia Sportage S with premium package. Nothing like a long trip tp get to know your vehicle! I can say I'm very pleased with the vehicle. It rides smooth, it's comfortable, and rides quiet. Using Google maps on Android Auto was great. My Garmin never came out of the console compartment. The driver assist technologies worked good as well. It took awhile to get used to the adaptive cruise control and to get It adjusted to a reasonable following distance. I had a Kia Sorento prior to the Sportage and was a little concerned about downsizing but the trip eliminated any concerns I had. I have had this vehicle a little over three years now. It's been problem free needing only routine maintenance. Fuel mileage is good, I consistently get around 26 mpg with combined city and highway driving. I have always been pleased with the "pep" the vehicle has for the standard 4 cyl. It's easy to maneuver and has a sporty ride. It's one of the best vehicles I have owned.
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First review of the 2020!
Matt Johnson, 06/19/2019
updated 06/24/2020
2020 Kia Sportage S 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
143 of 148 people found this review helpful
This car is fantastic! I’m 6’0” and 220 and I couldn’t be more comfortable. I read a review where someone said it didn’t have much headroom for a 6ft guy. I don’t know what car he was driving because there is tons of room over my head in the front or back seat. My model does not have the power seats and there’s not a lot of adjustability but they are super comfy as is. We came from an 2014 Subaru Forester and this car out performs it in almost all categories. We were concerned about the cargo space because it was a little smaller but we can still fit all the same camping gear in it that we did in our forester. With 1/3 of the back seat down we can fit 2 large plastic totes, 2 small totes, a 55qt cooler, 3 duffel bags, 3 bike helmets and 3 camelbaks. It’s tight but it was in the forester too. Gas mileage has been about 25 avg. All the controls are very intuitive. The Bluetooth hooks up every time. Apple car play is super sweet! We haven’t had the car long but my family agrees it’s the best car we’ve had.
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Beyond expectations
DB GaNung, 12/15/2020
updated 12/17/2021
2021 Kia Sportage SX Turbo 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
45 of 46 people found this review helpful
2021 Kia Sportage SX Turbo, Pacific Blue with Beige interior package (really tan with charcoal edges, HOT! It has every smart safety upgrade, including the fact it can park itself either by backing into a slop or parallel. And then it can unpark itself. It has lane departure, but also will keep one in the lane utilizing adaptive cruise control as you go. Front and back avoidance and braking functions for the unexpected. On and on I could go. I agree with the other reviews about the interior and of course the spectacular panoramic roof (one touch). The glass all around is tinted fading to a lighter tint in front. The roof is tinted, doesn't glare as light pores in, feels cool and refreshing. The SPORT mode in driving as the Turbo to break out of the cage and be the tiger it is. Otherwise NORMAL and ECO modes feel just fine, more than enough power. While it may not be the very top it certainly comes in nice enough. Consider the paddle shifters on the back side of the steering wheel as a case in point, so VERY EASY to use. Infosys allows for every contingency in multiple ways to access. The adaptive cruise control drives, brakes, and adapts to the flow without a hitch, a major relief in itself. The lack of memory for the seats is a bummer but I can live with it. Even the thickness of the steering wheel feels just right. Easy vehicle to drive. 19" tires lend a sense of security and handling wherever I go. The back cargo space has a spare tire and other space when you lift the lid for storage. It also drops in the event of a taller than normal box. This is a keeper. I wouldn't get the AWD unless I needed it. The mileage is better around town than I expected, 24.5 mpg average. Max they say is 28 mpg on the Hwy. I wonder with adaptive cruise control it won't be better than that (slightly - maybe 30 mpg.)
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Get up and go
Carol, 09/19/2019
2020 Kia Sportage LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
68 of 71 people found this review helpful
Traded my 2018 kia Sorrento in for a 2020 sportage. I thought i downsized and would be disappointed. I loved my Sorrento. I'm very happy with the shortage. Drives smooth. Plenty of room. Stylish look.
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SX Turbo
Vernon Smith, 10/05/2020
2021 Kia Sportage SX Turbo 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
34 of 35 people found this review helpful
I bought one; traded in my 2016 Turbo; don't try to sell me anything else. I've looked at infinity (had two and loved them) but for quality and value this is my choice!
Sporty Sportage
TA54, 10/08/2020
2021 Kia Sportage SX Turbo 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
31 of 32 people found this review helpful
Having driven luxury SUV’s the past 20 years, this new Sportage turbo is fun to drive. Most of the amenities you find in LEXUS models are available with a few omissions, yet at saving about 20k on the sticker price balances the purchase. The touchscreen apps and navigation are far easier to maneuver in the KIA than others. Seating is comfortable but could be improved with a more sporty wrap around seat and it rides a little high in the cab for me. The expansive sunroof is killer. The things I miss are seat memory, seat belt release driver seat back up, one touch window up & down...spoiled I know. Over all the Sportage was a good financial exchange for us. My husband drives a SOUL, that’s what made us check out the other vehicles in the KIA line up.
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Very pleased with the sportage
Roman Andrushka , 06/12/2020
2020 Kia Sportage LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
Have had it so far for about 6000 miles, great experience so far. What really sealed my love of this vehicle is the way it performed when a van ran out in front of me almost causing an accident. I quickly swerved and hit the brakes, the car compensated and maintained control helping me avoid a bad situation. Very very happy with the 2020 shortage.
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Surprised
RONALD HULL, 09/21/2019
2020 Kia Sportage S 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
41 of 44 people found this review helpful
Had to get a new vehicle and did my homework and settled on a Kia Sport age S. This little crossover is a beast! The cabin is nicely laid out and the ride is great. I've hit the road and the seats are very comfortable and I'm big guy. Give this a try and you'll be surprised.
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Lots of leg room
TERRIE, 07/28/2019
2020 Kia Sportage S 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
56 of 61 people found this review helpful
Both my husband and I are tall. The passenger as well as the driver are comfortable. Drives like a dream. The servive from the dealership is out stsnding.
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