2012 Kia Sportage consumer reviews

Engine blew @161k and dealership won’t accept accountability after numerous complaints of a tapping/ticking noise @62k miles replace intake, ac compressor failed @100k miles had to be replaced, poor wheel alignment Engines are trash won’t own another Kia if it was free

Bought our 2012 Kia Sportage EX used in 2017. Drawn to the stylish exterior of the EX version. Relatively low mileage with leather seats and 2.4 litre engine, larger than the standard 2.0 in other comparable cross-overs ( Hyundai and Mazda). This vehicle has been one of the most comfortable and reliable vehicles we have ever owned. Now have 220k KM with only standard maintenance. Tires, battery, filters and fuel. We take several long trips each year from Alberta to BC and have found the Kia comfortable and powerful through the mountain passes. The one disappointment is the failure of the UVO stereo system in past year. The speakers stopped working as the section of the amplifier that transmits signal stopped working. Replacement audio unit from Kia is overpriced at CDN 900. This has been our only problem. Like the styling, performance and reliability of this vehicle.

Bought it in 2019, now has 150k miles. Only basic maintenance performed, still runs great, still get compliments on it, no one can believe it's almost 11 years old! I previously owned a 2011 Soul, this rides much better of course, but I honestly don't have any complaints, except I could use a bit more power when I need to punch the accelerator!

We love our 2012 SX so much we purchased a new 2022 and gave the 2012 to our daughter. The engine did fail at 150,000, but Kia Motors replaced it free of charge and gave us a loner car during the repair. We have only had to do regular maintenance, and a few minor repairs that were to be expected with a 10-year-old vehicle. The car currently has 200,000 miles and going strong.

Better than my last car I. Reliability because of the quick response from Kia to replace what they could free of charge. Letting me know about any recalls.

My 2012 Signal Red Sportage has pretty much everything you could want. Navagation, Bluetooth, air-conditioned/heated seats, rear camera, push button start, hands free phone, awesome stero, leather interior, panoramic sunroof, tinted windows, car alarm, etc. She has lived in garage, and to date 4/20/21 has 46k actual miles... My one trip was from Ks to Grand Canyon. The only thing that is not factory is windshild wipers and a set of tires (because) I drove over some nails on construction site... FABULOUS CAR

It has had several recalls and had total engine fail and replace. Now there is another recall about oil leaks, which there is. Interior is falling apart. Wish we never bought this car new. We've paid the price over and over.`

I just bought this vehicle; but, so far, I absolutely love it! I’ve always driven small cars but wanted to get off the ground a little bit without being in a huge SUV. This is perfect! Really sleek looking. Love the back up camera. Very comfortable interior with great styling that doesn’t go over the top or too “showy”.

IT HAS BEEN VERY SUITABLE FOR US AN ELDERLY COUPLE. JANET REALLY LIKES IT AND LIKES TO DRIVE IT. MOST OF OUR MILES HAVE BEEN "HIGHWAY" AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (55 TO 70 MPH) NOT HAPPY WITH THE LOCATION OF REAR TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT VISIBLE TO CARS RIGHT BEHIND US (TOO LOW ON THE REAR)

This vehicle is great on the wallet. Great gas mileage. Many features in a lower priced SUV. I’ve only had to replace the battery, tires & headlamp bulbs in the 3+ years I’ve owned it. Highly recommended!