2021 Kia Sportage

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$24,090

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Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV: Body style
23: Combined MPGe Combined MPGe
Miles per gallon-equivalent is how the EPA provides efficiency ratings for battery-electric vehicles in a way that can be used in comparison with gasoline-powered vehicles. Actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.
Related: Top 10 Most Efficient Electric Cars
5: Seating capacity
176.4” x 64.4”: Dimensions
Front-wheel drive: Drivetrain

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Overview

(60 reviews)

The good:

Performance with turbo engine
Accurate steering with good feedback
Backseat comfort for adults
Enormous moonroof available

The bad:

Hesitant acceleration from a standstill with AWD
Gas mileage trails competition
Stubby exterior shape

LX
$24,090
S
$26,590
EX
$27,390
SX Turbo
$33,750

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New Nightfall Edition
Five-seat compact SUV
Choice of two four-cylinder engines
Front- or all-wheel drive
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay standard
Automatic emergency braking standard

2021 Kia Sportage review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Kia Sportage?

The Kia Sportage is a compact SUV with room for five. It competes with popular SUVs like the Honda CR-V, Ford Escape and Toyota RAV4. Under the Sportage’s hood is a standard 181-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed automatic transmission. The optional engine is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes 240 hp in front-wheel-drive models and 237 hp in all-wheel-drive versions.

What’s New on the 2021 Kia Sportage?

Nightfall Edition and Nightfall Edition Premium packages are available on the S trim level, featuring piano-black exterior accents, unique 18-inch alloy wheels and special Sportage badging on the liftgate.

What Features in the 2021 Kia Sportage Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

17-inch alloy wheels
Cloth upholstery
8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
Automatic emergency braking
Lane keep assist

Available features include:

Power-folding side mirrors
Panoramic moonroof
Leather-trimmed seats
Heated and ventilated front seats
Heated steering wheel
Navigation
Harman Kardon premium stereo
Wireless device charging
Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
Sport-tuned suspension

Should I Buy the 2021 Kia Sportage?

By and large, the Sportage delivers a refined driving experience and has an inviting interior with a backseat roomy enough for adults to ride comfortably. The touchscreen multimedia system is simple to use, but gas mileage is subpar.

Consumer reviews

(60 reviews)

95% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.8
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.8

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Most recent consumer reviews

Great car

March 28, 2023

By Chris from PAWTUCKET RHODE ISLAND

Owns this car

Great car for the money, great service from Kia of Attleboro Roy Silveira was great to work with. Car runs great heated seats a bonus has good pick up for a 4 cylinder

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 3.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

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No spare

March 3, 2022

By John from Pinellas, FL

Owns this car

Would not lease another one. No spare tire- not even a donut. No jack. No automatic tailgate. No way to pop tailgate from inside vehicle. Since it is important to me, I should have asked about tailgate, but no spare? Brother supposed to get spiff for referral. 6 months, nothing.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 3.0
Value 2.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 2.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Having fun
Does not recommend this car

9 people out of 17 found this review helpful. Did you?

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Has 500 miles developed a noisey racket from motor

May 28, 2021

By SF bay area from Oakland ca.

Owns this car

It's a great car as long as you don't have any noises from motor after the first 500 miles and is getting louder, the dealer won't replace any parts in question high pressure fuel pump follower, or a possible timing chain tensioner. Warranty department is yet to be desired on this issue but could just this kia dealer. Love the kia sportage and fun car to drive

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