2023 Kia Sportage Consumer Reviews
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LX - $27,615 MSRP
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Electrical issues
Jonathan Arce, 08/13/2022
2023 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
20 of 22 people found this review helpful
We bought it brand new and we really love it really comfortable and pretty but with less than 300 miles all the dashboard lights came on and next day was completely dead we have to jump the battery to get it start it’s happened already three times in the morning hopefully it’s a bad battery from the factory but dealer want to keep it for 2 day to do some test.. little bit disappointed
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All I expected and more, plus more
Ray Ward, 01/17/2023
updated 04/17/2024
2023 Kia Sportage SX-Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
I have the SX Prestige model. I waited 16 weeks for delivery, which is what my dealer told me to expect. I have a Sorento and also had a Soul. My Kia cars have been excellent in every way. I chose the Wolf Gray color. Appreciation for auto looks and color preferences are in the eye of the beholder. As for me, the design and appearance of this Sportage is outstanding. I prefer it among all SUVs, even those far pricier. I had never liked the appearance of the Sportage until this totally new 2023 model came out. The car is inch for inch the same size as my 2011 Sorento, with a far better ride and much more technology. The Prestige has almost every piece of technology available on cars these days. My biggest worry was learning how to use it. I did read and absorb the manual, but just driving the car was the most helpful as most all it's technology is intuitive. Once I learned I could trust the technology, driving the car has been a dream. While some raters have issues with the pickup with the base engine, I did not find that an issue. The 8 speed transmission always seems to provide the power I need when I need it. I get so many looks and compliments on this car. Folks believe it is a customized Sorento. They are stunned when they learn it is a Sportage. My passenger guests have been totally impressed with the ride quality, quiet and handsome interior. I have had the car for almost 18 months. I find a new delight in the car every drive I make. I have owned 3 Kias and my family has owned 6. All from the same Kia Dealer. You just cannot find a greater value car...and one that leads in design, reliability, and overall quality. Update 10/13/2023 My car developed myriads of computer related problems. The hard to find source was a loose nut on the battery ground cable. My car was impounded 12 weeks waiting on a replacement cable. KIA provided a car for the duration. While frustrating, I have my car back now and it is running perfectly. Parts supply is a real issue, but overall my dealer and KIA were supportive and solved the unique problem. Sometimes you are just the victim of statistical probabilities...that the one in a thousand will be you. That was me. I remain loyal to Kia and my Dealer (Jim Butler Kia, Chesterfield, MO) . After all it won't happen again for my next 999 purchases.
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Horrible gas mileage
Rg, 12/09/2022
2023 Kia Sportage X-Line 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
I try not to drive my new too hard, but I can’t seem to get a better mpg average than 15.4. That seems really low for a car that says it should get 23 city/ 28 Hwy. I have had the car back at the dealership 3 times since I bought it. The auto start /stop won’t work. The 2023 Kia Sportage is very under powered. The engine revs so high when you accelerate from a stand still. The rpm’s are at 4k before you hit 20 mph.
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Pros Cons and Weird Stuff
YK, 08/03/2022
2023 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
23 of 26 people found this review helpful
2023 Sportage EX Fwd Cons: 1.Bouncy - car bounces on speed bumps, potholes 2.After 70MPH you start to catch the vehicle 3.Interior lights are very dim, at night you need a flashlight to find something in the car (EX trim) 4. Acceleration is not there Pros 1. LED Low and High beams 2. Lots of tech things for a relatively low price tag 3. Leather and USB ports everywhere 4. Spacious Weird 1. Vehicle is rated at 32 MPG highway. How am I getting 38MPG (Mostly highway + city) ??? 2. From time to time car refuses to lock the doors
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6000 miles on new Sportage engine needs replaced
Jules, 09/06/2022
2023 Kia Sportage LX 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
30 of 36 people found this review helpful
Do NOT buy a 2023 Kia Sportage . I did and it was a big mistake!! I have had it since the end of April and the engine is already going to have to be replaced at 6,000 miles. It was knocking so badly it sounded as if the engine was going to fly out of the vehicle. The worst part is Kia has had my vehicle and it has been a week , no word as to what they are going to do about it , or we are sorry or we will make things right. Terrible Customer Service! My 1st Kia and my last!! Save your self a tone of heartache and trouble and buy a Toyota! Wish I had of. The reason they have a long warranty is because you are going to need it.
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