2016
Kia Sportage

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Available trims

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  • FWD 4dr LX
    Starts at
    $22,150
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr LX
    Starts at
    $23,650
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr EX
    Starts at
    $25,350
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr EX
    Starts at
    $26,850
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr SX
    Starts at
    $29,990
    20 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr SX
    Starts at
    $31,490
    19 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Compact crossover SUV seats five
Choice of four-cylinder engines
Front- or all-wheel drive
Panoramic moonroof available
Ventilated front seats available

The good & the bad

The good

Modern design
Interior quality
Front-seat headroom
Luxury features available

The bad

Short side windows reduce visibility
Large rear doors might be difficult to open in tight spaces
Steering feel
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Expert 2016 Kia Sportage review

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Vehicle Overview

This small crossover is another competitor to the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. The five-seat Kia Sportage offers a choice of four-cylinder engines and is available with front- or all-wheel drive.
New for 2016
A rear camera is a new feature in the optional LX Popular Package. New standard features for the EX trim level include leather seats and keyless access with push-button start. The SX adds leather, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and a Homelink transmitter.
Significant Standard Features

  • 182-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Six-speed automatic transmission
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Five seats
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • Air conditioning
  • Cruise control
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 260-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder (SX)
  • All-wheel drive
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Navigation system
  • Backup camera
  • Power driver’s seat
  • Heated and ventilated front seats

 

2016 Kia Sportage review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

This small crossover is another competitor to the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. The five-seat Kia Sportage offers a choice of four-cylinder engines and is available with front- or all-wheel drive.
New for 2016
A rear camera is a new feature in the optional LX Popular Package. New standard features for the EX trim level include leather seats and keyless access with push-button start. The SX adds leather, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and a Homelink transmitter.
Significant Standard Features

  • 182-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Six-speed automatic transmission
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Five seats
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • Air conditioning
  • Cruise control
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 260-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder (SX)
  • All-wheel drive
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Navigation system
  • Backup camera
  • Power driver’s seat
  • Heated and ventilated front seats

 

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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Kia Sportage base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
17.4%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
17.4%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 60,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years or newer / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles
Dealer certification
165-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

85% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 56 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.5
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • By Tired of the xx from South florida
    Owns this car
    October 28, 2023

    Major oil issue not adressed

    The car has a serious oil consumption problem not being addressed by the dealer all they do is recommend checking your oil more often but it consumes almost a quart of oil every week I didn't pay to have to do this on a regular basis great car lousy engine I'm sure this will be ignored because it's been documented for a while now no action being taken sounds like job security
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Denise from Springfield, MO
    Owns this car
    May 25, 2021

    LOVE MY NEW RIDE!

    This vehicle handles so great; very easy and comfortable! There is plenty of leg room and passenger room. The dash is easy to navigate and a really fun vehicle to drive. I LOVE it! And, so does my co-pilot, 26 year old son with Down Syndrome -- it met his approval too!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Hawkeye249 from Rockledge, FL
    Used to own this car
    March 17, 2021

    GLC - Great Little Car

    Purchased CPO - Certified Pre Owned - from a dealer. Needed a vehicle to tow an aluminum boat. Traded in a Soul. EX trim level provided all of the bells and whistles we wanted. And, included AWD that I wanted for launching and retrieving the boat. Drove it from Florida to the Grand Canyon and back. Really appreciated the heated and ventilated leather seats! The only downside is relatively poor gas mileage. Got 30-31 on the highway at 70 mph - which was not better than our Chrysler Town & Country with a larger engine moving more weight. (But it did best the T&C around town.) Sold it after we were both retired, stopped boating, and only need one vehicle. In my opinion, Sportages are undervalued. If you need a vehicle like Honda CR-V, Toyota Rav4, etc, suggest you consider a Sportage. Not as good resale value and fewer mpg, but you can save money on the purchase price.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Pamela from Greentown
    Owns this car
    February 18, 2021

    not very happy with anything at motor world

    cars good. finance and repair are shady, they finagled somehow that only ALLY finance would finance my car. What a joke, should have know this place isn't on the up and up.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By JimmyP from Pasco , Fla
    Owns this car
    November 10, 2020

    Great LiL Car /Suv

    Well it's an Economy Car , It runs great , I wish the seats were just a tad better as I have Spine Issues , ppl complaining about the ride no it's not a luxury car , there's going to be a few trade offs , I myself love it this is my 3rd Hyundai/ Kia. Product , I recommend it everyone,
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By steffiritt from Leawood, Kansas
    Owns this car
    April 5, 2020

    I really love my SUV

    I really love my SUV. I bought it certified pre owned. It’s comfortable, reliable. Haven’t had any problems with it. I love to drive it to work. Love to take road trips in it. It’s fun to drive.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By New Kia Lover from Arlington, TX
    Owns this car
    March 4, 2020

    New Kia Lover

    I am a Hyundai fan, I've owned 2 Santa Fe's. However when I test drive this Kia Sportage I fell in love right away. Very smooth drive and very comfortable.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Walter from Sun Valley, CA
    Owns this car
    February 27, 2020

    Very comfortable

    Great on Gas and pretty stylish fits five comfortably has great warranty like the Bluetooth capability and the sound system is pretty sufficient for our need.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By SRC
    Owns this car
    February 25, 2020

    Reliable, safe, sharp and fun to drive.

    This car has tons of room, especially when you fold the seats down in the back. I was able to haul a small freezer in it, two 40 inch TVs at once and lumber. It has comfortable seats for a bad back, handles well and is fun to drive. Never had a problem with it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Rly1993 from Bloomsburg, PA
    Owns this car
    January 21, 2020

    Love this car!!!

    This car is great. It holds up to all my standards I have for my vehicle. It’s great on gas and is highly comfortable to drive. Kia Sportages are amazing!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Sarah ‘busymeme’ from Graham, NC
    Owns this car
    October 30, 2019

    First SUV I have owned

    This car has met my expectations when it comes to style and comfort. I haven’t owned a Kia in the past but it has been a very smooth and quiet ride. Hopefully, it will surpass my expectation when it comes to maintenance in the future.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By RJMJLJ from Chicago IL
    Owns this car
    August 14, 2019

    My 1st and last Kia

    I bought this car used with about 32000 miles on it. In two years I put about 50k miles on it and at 1st the car was a pretty reliable runner . I would have consistent problems with the tires getting flats. The FWD version does not do well in the winters. The lights are not bright enough. I have to check to see if they are on at all. The engine went out on me a few days ago and thank God it is covered under warranty. Kia's are good if you dont drive long distances. The quality is poor and it does not hold up well over time. This will be my last Kia. Back to Honda for me.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Kia Sportage?

The 2016 Kia Sportage is available in 3 trim levels:

  • EX (2 styles)
  • LX (2 styles)
  • SX (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Kia Sportage?

The 2016 Kia Sportage offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Kia Sportage reliable?

The 2016 Kia Sportage has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Kia Sportage owners.

Is the 2016 Kia Sportage a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Kia Sportage. 85.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 56 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.6

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