I have a 2017 sportage bought it new,never had a problem daily drive it,best warranty at a super price
@user_uif_ghg_wer_das
4 жыл бұрын
The Sportage has always been a cute small CUV. It's on the smaller side of compact CUVs. The fuel economy is not so impressive comparing with other CUVs like CR-V, RAV4, Forester etc., I guess that is due to the 6 speed transmission. The cargo space looks really small due to the drooped down rear profile.
@peterzebot9863
4 жыл бұрын
I'd like to watch this guy describe a french fry. 10 minute video.
@mrs.e996
4 жыл бұрын
🤣
@HolidaysWithHumour
3 жыл бұрын
You've seen him describe burritos man oh my. You'd think it's something very smooth from out of space. It's why I can't stop watching RAITI'S RIDES
@L3SAN360TUTORIALS
3 жыл бұрын
could use a little more salt.. thats a zonk!
@MNC122703
3 жыл бұрын
Lol
@Noposwowskis
4 жыл бұрын
The food references are hilarious, wish you could of reveiwed an SX but thanks for this. Might get this as my next car
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
m P thanks for letting me bring the laughs! I will track down a SX for you.
@MusicIsMyLife3100
4 жыл бұрын
I would totally recommend this! I just got a 2020 KIA Sportage SX Turbo in February. I love it!! I got it in Snow White Pearl because they’re the ones that are really popular atm. Hey Joe, if you need to you can always borrow mine in Minnesota. 😂
@MusicIsMyLife3100
4 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides Joe, I got one for you in Minnesota! It’s mine!! 😂
@ELP1125
4 жыл бұрын
His car must be full of snacks😂😂
@ContentinMesa
4 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides this would be awesome
@klasseact6663
4 жыл бұрын
Joe, I love KIA but I'd like to see them move away from the Gloss black interior bits, especially in high traffic areas. This is yet another example from KIA where its models just keep going up and up and up the ladder for quality and looks🔥
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Klasse Act I think you hit the nail on the head!
@jemtec1
4 жыл бұрын
Spot on. Gloss black looks great, until you start driving and using day to day. Scratches, fingerprints, smudges.. It’s a maintenance nightmare!
@brianlee4629
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed, as well as the 6-speed automatic as well.
@a.jennings4664
4 жыл бұрын
The prop rod will never wear out. Hood struts wear out...trust me.
@dandinhofer9240
4 жыл бұрын
And they're not cheap either. About $90-$150 EACH!!!
@cpl8168
4 жыл бұрын
But it's not like you open the hood several times a day. I've never had hood or hatch or trunk strut wear out on me.
@Asmodeus092
4 жыл бұрын
The infotainment screen looks amazing
@floradecanya1654
4 жыл бұрын
We liked the 2010 KIA classic body design, but did NOT purchase it because our neighbor who is a mechanic said it did NOT have timing CHAINS. We bought a used 2006 Honda CRV instead. The old Corollas just keep going and going, NOT anymore NO more.
@dandinhofer9240
4 жыл бұрын
Your mechanic needs to go back to school. Kia GDI 2.0 SX has chain driven cams.
@theburgermeister7214
3 жыл бұрын
I have a 17 sportage and love it!!! Best car I ever owned
@2004cyrus
4 жыл бұрын
I can’t imagine what they will do with that Sportage: I wonder if it will get a similar theme as the Sorrento will have? Joe your hard work is appreciated! We look forward to seeing your reviews here at my house! Thanks to Tom & Lori and everyone who keeps your operation going. It has to take your time almost 24/7, lol. You & Tom Better save time for a Twinkie and a Slim Jim every now and then! I was wondering if you liked that Audi RS3 better than the BMW with the straight 6 w/turbo. Stay healthy Raiti!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Joshua Rutter you are so very awesome my friend! Thanks for you continued awesome support! I loved the RS3 waaaaay more!
@stevenreichertart
3 жыл бұрын
I got a silver 2020 Sportage. Overall, love it. Kia knows how to bring value. Clever design and engineering. If can say one thing that needs improvement is the MPG. I’m getting 26-27 MPG, and I think the car would benefit from going on a diet. The hood and liftgate feel three times as heavy as they need to be, and if the car lost some weight it would improve the gas mileage.
@automotiveaddiction428
4 жыл бұрын
I love my kia..2011..only problem I have is replacing breaks alot...but other then that it hasn't let me down..I think I might have got it stuck once in my driveway in the winter....only because I didnt want to shovel the end of my driveway
@TheeJPot32
4 жыл бұрын
I’d wait for a redesign. Not a big fan of how the front looks.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Jeremey Potter should be interesting.
@TheeJPot32
4 жыл бұрын
Eric Kia generally makes very attractive vehicles. Just something about the shortage doesn’t do it for me. Glad you like it though! I’m sure a lot of people do.
@johnidiaquez1303
4 жыл бұрын
It’s different and it’s growing on me. Not a fan of the CR-V styling and this Sportage 8 inch display is so much better. Bought a Jeep Cherokee with a small display and every year it looked more outdated.
@pacificbreeze5207
4 жыл бұрын
i bought last feb2020...Sportage 1.6, 115HP...Mild Hybrid......i love it baby.....
@vollste
4 жыл бұрын
Love our 2020 Sportage EX, good value loaded up.
@kelleyrea307
4 жыл бұрын
just saying, the center console fits a growler for safe keeping. :)
@michaelconrad1539
4 жыл бұрын
That was fun. Have also moved from EX to SX Turbo and I’m thrilled. I’ll be looking forward to your take. Thanks!
@MNC122703
3 жыл бұрын
Picked up a 2021 LX love it..
@amyroberts2279
3 жыл бұрын
I have had my cherry black LX for 2 weeks and I love it! Very happy with my Kia Sportage.
@VictorLeEPICVIC951
4 жыл бұрын
Morning Joe! The Kia Sportage looks pretty decent, actually! Great vid!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Victor Le good morning! I’m glad you like this one!
@bradschertz6736
3 жыл бұрын
Nice review, would have enjoyed to see the Kia Sportage SE with the turbo and big bump up in horsepower. We purchased a 2020 Hyundai Tucson because we didn't like the front end of the Kia Sportage and the tail lights on the back which you commented on. Another big draw to the Tucson was more standard safety, lower price, 5 star frontal crash for driver vs 4 for Kia, lower insurance premiums and Hyundai has free complementary service for initial 36 months! Nice job, thanks for sharing.
@eyermolochis6707
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been noticing that the GT2 stinger they only sold in America because another place they only sell a GT stinger Per sample I bought a Kia Sportage in Mexico and the one I bought they don’t have an America Kia Sportage GT line 2020 and my GT line look Way better and different
@Edyth_Hedd
4 жыл бұрын
Love those wheels.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that I could share this one with you!
@LS1007
4 жыл бұрын
Nice little vehicle. If you need more room you can move up to the Sorento. If that’s not big enough you can go Telluride. Kia has you covered. Nice job Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
L S I totally agree!
@adrian.886
3 жыл бұрын
don’t get this car had it for less than a year and now i have to repair a hole in the radiator even my 2008 honda civic didn’t have to get fixed after 10 years.(really loved this car until this happened)
@TheRealBrendon
4 жыл бұрын
I would definitely wait for the Re-design. It looks much better!
@anthonyhardison3398
4 жыл бұрын
Liked your Sportage video,but I hope and pray that you do the sx turbo....please....
@kennyphun1946
4 жыл бұрын
9:42 😂😂😂😂 not a good father Joe lollll
@lanalutchman3733
4 жыл бұрын
I love my kia sportage but my passengers always complain about the legroom in the back
@TravelMusicEntertainment1
4 жыл бұрын
Has more leg room in back than most of the competition, maybe the front passengers have their seats too far back?
@jzac5248
4 жыл бұрын
Lana Lutchman Complainers are a pain aren’t they.
@BritainsWorstGamerUK
4 жыл бұрын
Feel like im watching QVC. 😄
@ITALYRS
4 жыл бұрын
Trying to get my mom by the SX trim. Perfect for her. She wants the ford edge tho.
@2004cyrus
4 жыл бұрын
ITALYRS oh goodness urge her not to get that domestic mess they don’t review well. Kia is built Better and supported by a long warranty! If it’s your money just ask her to pick a color and get a Sportage in her garage!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
ITALYRS keep working on her to get the Sportage.
@donaldoc
4 жыл бұрын
"Excellent", key point, about those rear turn signal position!! 👍 Is this particular trim level a FWD, or at least offer an AWD version?? 🏁🏁
@RyanDoonan
5 ай бұрын
I saw an SX trim at our local Kia dealership wondering if it’s worth it and it’s a Kia CPO
@kirbyvanduzer6565
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe can you do a review on the sportage sx turbo with a test ride it does have ventalted seats I've heard it's very sporty
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I will get that together for you Kirby!
@kirbyvanduzer6565
4 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides that would rock because I'm eventually getting a military truck and I'm planning on trading in my soul on a sportage because I need a car that can bring me back and forth to and from work because my military truck will just be a weekend driver it may be street legal but it doesn't get good gas mileage so I need a car that can be a good daily driver and a vehicle that me and mom can travel in because her car is burning oil and we need a car that can take us there Kia makes a extremely great product for a wonderful price can't beat that
@MusicIsMyLife3100
4 жыл бұрын
kirby vanduzer Yes the SX Turbo is very sporty! It has a HUGE panoramic sunroof!! 19 inch rims!! I just got mine in February a 2020 one.
@christopherhasse7183
3 жыл бұрын
Is this car worth me driving down to Matt Blatt Kia in Toms River New Jersey to take a look??
@truthofgod6213
4 жыл бұрын
Have they addressed the oil delivery defect? Or are they still spinning rod bearings?
@vvp1002
4 жыл бұрын
Not happy about review as it "what I see those I say", no deep digging, even those particular car 2WD or 4 WD? It's just not visible to this guy... Same time own myself 2017 Sporatge 1.7 turbo diesel 6 manual, and i like it Last summer made 5,200+ km trip around SE Europe , even climbing Romanian Carpathians and Italian Alps and feel very fresh upon 7-8 hours daily driving. Also good for Europian narrow streets as relatively high sitting position.Fuel economy 5.5 ltrs/100 km (42 mpg) and torque 280 NM (206 ft*lbf) allow to use any gear you want / Acceleration on while driving and power for climbing uphill also impressive ...Even there only 115 HP
@tmed827
4 жыл бұрын
Recently test drove the turbo version and really liked it. Inside materials, seat comfort, and audio quality was better than expected. I'm going to wait until the Genesis GV70 comes out and determine if the quality of the materials and ride in the genesis is worth the price difference. Great review as always
@klasseact6663
4 жыл бұрын
I'm VERY sure the GV80 is going to be nicer than the Sportage, not taking anything away from it but the GV80 is in a different league, not to mention the GV80 is RWD based whereas the Sportage is FWD based and smaller as well. Hope you enjoy your new GV80, it looks amazing inperson I'm sure, truely STUNNING!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Tom Medigovich GV80 is going to be awesome but will cost more.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Klasse Act agreed but you better bring more cash for it.
@klasseact6663
4 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides oh yeah for sure, not sure how the Sportage and GV80 are being crossed shopped here😜
@simbalovestacos
3 жыл бұрын
Our man really likes his snacks
@drewtillman948
4 жыл бұрын
As an addendum to my comment posted a little while ago , Hyundai has an 8 speed in the Tuscon why is it not used in the Sportage?
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
That is a great question. I think the redesigned one will have it!
@northstar1950
4 жыл бұрын
Is there a redesign due?
@henryhong8863
4 жыл бұрын
I would definitely wait for new model 😉.
@husq48
Жыл бұрын
The Sportage has been around since 1995.
@bobmenke3211
4 жыл бұрын
after comparing a corvette and a gt500 is a kia sportage not a bit of a comedown?
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Bob Menke I love the variety and there will be more performance car action!😉
@hyena-chase2176
4 жыл бұрын
What the hell is a Twinkie and ding dongs ? Haha
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Snacks
@jamalcontreras6895
3 жыл бұрын
Would you be able to review the SX model?
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, please stay tuned!
@jamalcontreras6895
3 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides YAY thank you I’m currently in the market trying to see what i can get with my moneys hehe 😊
@419rlanthony
2 жыл бұрын
Sportage has been around since 1995.
@antonettehamer703
4 жыл бұрын
i am buying the GT line
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Very cool!
@28boxingMP
4 жыл бұрын
Why they put the turn signal in the bumper area the same thing with the 2019 Santa Fe.
@Pango5697
4 жыл бұрын
Well, stop tailgating then!
@28boxingMP
4 жыл бұрын
@@Pango5697 lol 😄
@pysooners1855
4 жыл бұрын
this guy states the sportage has only been around since 2002, WRONG I had a 1998 sportage, check your facts please before you make incorrect statements
@rau4329
4 жыл бұрын
Nice looking KiA
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Bladed Turtle I’m glad you like this one.
@taralathen2394
3 жыл бұрын
I have the 2020 and a rock knocked a hole in my condenser and dealership wants $1400 to fix it and it's not under warranty. Apparently it is something they see a lot so why kia puts the condenser in that aree? This is my first and last Kia . Warranty is a joke.
@LucaLogan-hr2xn
4 жыл бұрын
Love this car
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Luca &Logan2737 it’s a great SUV!
@bakheittabouk8432
4 жыл бұрын
Genesis 2021 G90
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
بخيت سالم stay tuned!
@hombresiete
4 жыл бұрын
The 2009 Sportage was the last nice body design, after that year someone spiked the water cooler in the KIA design department lunch room. Even when previous Sportage owners disliked the new design the KIA bosses continued making that UGLY Sportage that nobody was buying. Add a timing chain and we will buy the new 2021 Sportage. 노년기 아 상사는 고객의 말에 귀를 기울여야합니다. nonyeongi a sangsaneun gogaeg-ui mal-e gwileul giul-yeoyahabnida.
@miaminights86
3 жыл бұрын
The kia sportage came out in 1993 not 2002 lol
@garynapoli3042
4 жыл бұрын
Redesign coming soon
@dak85016
4 жыл бұрын
this car is really ugly. it looks like a bug.
@eleanormassaro5195
4 жыл бұрын
dak85016 I like the stying!
@ellenmarie9512
4 жыл бұрын
dak85016 Agree. I would have checked it out but did not care for the design at all.
@chazagbroje9395
4 жыл бұрын
To everyone who reads this will have a nice day.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
That is really wonderful of you to say!
@madisonbell5570
4 жыл бұрын
Just bought the 2020 Kia Sportage EX and I love it! Couldn't have been happier with my purchase.
@wajahattextile9109
4 жыл бұрын
How about the road grip experience??
@XDaydreamerX11
4 жыл бұрын
I just bought an EX today!!! I’m impressed!
@madisonbell5570
4 жыл бұрын
@@wajahattextile9109 It takes bumps and grips the road really well. I'm impressed by the quality!
@wajahattextile9109
4 жыл бұрын
Madison Bell thanks,
@wajahattextile9109
4 жыл бұрын
Madison Bell which model you bought ?
@cubsfansupreme07
4 жыл бұрын
Bought a 2020 Sportage ex AWD today!!!!
@eliazarvalentine7690
3 жыл бұрын
Just got my kia sportage EX 2020 in White , I love this vehicle 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@mukiemuk1968
3 жыл бұрын
Until the shitty engine blows up
@mikey_n_vegas
4 жыл бұрын
Joe I just wanted to thank you for bringing us car content each day as we are continuing to self quarantine ourselves until things clear up and by the way Happy belated birthday buddy and to many more years to come. 🙏
@deathbat_96
4 жыл бұрын
I have this in the SX trim with AWD. Absolutely love it. Great pickup with the 2.0T (237 hp) engine.
@roberthanson6686
4 жыл бұрын
for my wife, just bought a 2020 EX with pearl white paint and black leather interior. Kick ass car. Bought this after owning and still have a Sorrento. Solid cars for the money spent. Great value and best warranty in the market.
@nancywilliams7997
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2018 Kia sportage AWD. Bought it with only 30,000 miles on it has almost 60,000 now. Paid 18,000 for it and love it. Bought the AWD because the cabin is hard to get to sometimes especially in bad weather. It has done great out in the hills. So far very pleased. Hope it turns out to be a good car so then I will want to buy another one so far so good.
@thecryptex1872
4 жыл бұрын
Amazing video .....love kia we have 2 cars and we are searching to buy like 3 more cars and we would like a sportage ....I love ur vids and I hope you do a Kia Optima 2020 video soon
@OPMDK
4 жыл бұрын
Bang on about the low mounted rear turn signals, they’re very easy for other drivers to miss and borderline unsafe. Definitely worth waiting for the new rebuild, especially if you factor in all the new builds we’ve seen from Hyundai / Kia so far! Thanks for all the videos Joe! 🙏
@MrRGM10
4 жыл бұрын
Believe it or not this car just dropped price due to lockdown and poor sales almost price now like seltos. Great car joe my wife and I love it. Amazing interior exterior
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Sam thanks for always tuning in!
@Traysandor
4 жыл бұрын
Having just taken a look, it looks like there's savings across most of the board. Sadly everything's still shut down here, but I want to go take a few Kias for a test drive once things re-open....
@inmotion9396
4 жыл бұрын
Miles Traysandor I just bought a 2020 stinger Gt on April 30th. Couldn’t be happier. They’re going for next to nothing rn
@cygilbert4962
4 жыл бұрын
Raiti, I can't go a single day without checking out another review of yours! It's addicting, man!
@ConeyIsland1952
4 жыл бұрын
We Love them ..I have two 2020 Kia Sportages AWESOME Car!! ....Do It Now!!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownership experience!
@dam4274
4 жыл бұрын
OMB52 WOW! Two?
@TrafficMan7
4 жыл бұрын
Good to hear that the Sportage is still using a normally aspirated engine with a 6 speed transmission. If you are looking for a new vehicle, I would choose this over some of the other "sillier". Can't beat their warranty!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective!
@MusicIsMyLife3100
4 жыл бұрын
What!! You need to do a review on the SX Turbo of this car! 😂
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I review every trim of models. Thanks!
@MusicIsMyLife3100
4 жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides My comes with a spare tire!!
@jd39046
4 жыл бұрын
My family had a 2017 Sportage EX for 3 years, it had some more options then this one but Sportages are great cars.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Joe Stallard thanks for sharing that great info!
@robertkeefer1552
4 жыл бұрын
Alright guys, a big zonk for me is the low mounting of the signal lights on the back bumper. They should be eye level. Maybe that will be corrected on the new model.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Robert Keefer AGREED
@singadaynevevovevo2026
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@TravelMusicEntertainment1
4 жыл бұрын
Designed by top Designer from Audi thats why they are low down like Audi SUV's, I have a Sportage myself fully loaded with extras & chromed up and love it but yes dont like the low level indicators.
@spedzu
4 жыл бұрын
Kia is still coming out with new models with the low mounted signal lights. How do they get by DOT regs?
@TravelMusicEntertainment1
4 жыл бұрын
@@spedzu Same way Audis do.
@the92r
4 жыл бұрын
i think the sportage gas mileage has to improve some
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
A B I can understand that.
@Traysandor
4 жыл бұрын
Gas is cheap right now, but Kia/Hyundai have generally lagged behind in the MPG department. At least the quality and reliability has improved somewhat for the most part.
@TravelMusicEntertainment1
4 жыл бұрын
You're right, on paper was supposed to have improved fuel consumption over the previous model but is slightly worse in my experience. Still reasonable though.
@jayduke3373
4 жыл бұрын
you must like cvt's and turbo lag
@gazg00
4 жыл бұрын
I think if you are in the market for a well specced SUV, given that we are in tough times and you can pick this up for a fantasticly low price, then buy now. Otherwise just wait. Great review as always Joe......big up to Tom. Stay safe guys!!
@silversurfer550
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed, great point!
@x-filesfan2257
4 жыл бұрын
Yes I'd like to see more like this! Great job 👍 nice car!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks I will bring it to you!
@johnsadler6441
4 жыл бұрын
I have the diesel with 8 speed auto 17inch rims. Love this car for country Australia roads. 2nd Kia I've owned.
@gambit7025
4 жыл бұрын
I love the Porsche Cayenne stylings of the Sportage. I've seen pics of the redesign and it looks bland in comparison.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
AGREED!
@Pontiacman1964
4 жыл бұрын
I agree. We bought a 2012 TGDI/AWD Sportage, then in 2016 did the same. After seeing the 2021 however, we're going to get a 2020 TGDI/AWD at the end of the year instead.
@JHunt6352
2 жыл бұрын
Low mounted rear turn signal.. It is a normal reaction of human. People will see that turn signal as soon as it starts blinking.. If you can't see it, then you shouldn't be on the road..
@fishinfool247
3 жыл бұрын
still using the garbage theta engine no thanks i like motors that last more than 40k miles without eating piston skirts and valve tappets
@relentless3735
3 жыл бұрын
I leased a 2020 KIA Sportage SX Turbo AWD in late February this year thanks to your reviews. Just hit 397 miles three days ago due to all that hit us in 2020. Absolutely in love with this vehicle with only one exception, every now and then when I am walking past the vehicle in my garage with my key fob in my purse, the panic alarm goes off (the fob is not pressing against anything). Is there a solution to this known issue? BTW, I love your watch and all of your reviews. Thank you!
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
That is really interesting! Thanks for sharing your ownership experience!
@evelyenetijerina50
3 жыл бұрын
Get rear ended one time and have to replace the whole rear end
@CanadianCruisin
4 жыл бұрын
Kia used to have a bad name but their new stuff is really good. They have some great looking cars now.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Canadian Cruisin I totally agree!
@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219
Жыл бұрын
My favorite used SUV! Awesome job Joe.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Do you like the redesigned Sportage even more?
@TacoTacoma96
3 жыл бұрын
9:30 If anyone's wondering this Sportage only has a tire inflation kit. If it had a spare tire there wouldn't be a storage tray under the floor.
@shreddedfoodi1610
4 жыл бұрын
Things I understand out of this review vid : Engineering process inclouded “hide your twinkies” compartments, but with comfort and a small facelift 😂
@jtscion
4 жыл бұрын
Joe, I purchased a 2020 Sportage EX and I was wondering if you’ve heard of constant condensation developing in the the headlights. I’ve had the car for over a week now and I can’t seem to get rid of it. I’ve been to two dealers here in South Florida and they all claim that this is an environmental issue: therefore, they refuse to approve the replacement under warranty. It’s driving me crazy and I also feel it’s a safety hazard.
@stephenhendricks103
4 жыл бұрын
KIA typically maintains a 5 year cycle for its vehicles' generations. The current generation was redesigned in 2017 so a new model won't be coming along (in the US) until the 2022 model year. Nevertheless, KIA routinely makes a number of improvements within a generation so it's less surprising that the current generation has increased sales year over year in both the 2018 and 2019 model years, an accomplishment that few compact crossovers can claim. Even more impressive is that in the first quarter of 2020 only two compact crossovers increased sales compared to a year earlier. The leader with a 16% increase is the RAV4 largely as a result of its Hybrid version. The other is the KIA Sportage with a 4% increase, a significant accomplishment considering the 14% overall drop in sales for the category as a result of the COVID-19 shutdown in March. The RAV4 Hybrid is a remarkable vehicle in its class but like the KIA Telluride the challenge is to find one on a dealer lot, especially at MSRP. Furthermore, pricing comparably equipped top trim non-hybrid models of the two vehicles produces an MSRP of about $3500 between the lower priced Sportage and the RAV4. Add to that the likelihood of receiving a further discount in the real world from a KIA dealer and the difference is likely to be at least $6000. The Sportage isn't the standout in its class that the Telluride is. It won't be getting the design cues from the Telluride until 2022 as the Sorento gets for the 2021 model. And the new KIA Seltos may steal some sales from the Sportage. (The Seltos actually has more overall cargo capacity than its bigger brother.) But comparing the Sportage to other non-hybrid compact crossovers suggests a vehicle with considerable appeal at a bargain price.
@dandinhofer9240
4 жыл бұрын
Had my 2017 Kia Sportage SX since new with 40K mixed highway and urban driving. I'm shocked at how NOTHING has ever broken or needed repair. Only needed to bring it in to the dealer once for some updated service bulletins that took about an hour. Oh, and the clock had to be reset due to some GPS satellite bug. I'm getting about 23-27mpg average on regular grade fuel. The tires Kumho tires will be needing replacement soon. I am a fanatic about maintenance so oil gets swapped with 100% synthetic every 3K miles without an extra single drop needed. Then at 30K miles I do a major fluid change over. This Kia has been even more reliable than my Toyota Corolla, Supra or Datsun. Only the Honda Civic Si was equally trouble free..
@cherineable
4 жыл бұрын
Joe, thanks for the review.. is it worth waiting got the new sportage 2021 or should I go ahead with purchasing the 2020 model. Could you please advise me? Thanks Joe in advance
@mystictk4149
4 жыл бұрын
It’s a nice SUV but I would say wait for the redesign but also what happens if the redesign is ugly and this version is better looking.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Good call.
@JHunt6352
2 жыл бұрын
That's why I bought 2022 Ex trim with fully loaded.. 2023 Redesign is Fu*king ugly to me..
@aknadiri2520
Ай бұрын
KIA cars consume 1 qt of oil per 1k mile and that's normal according to KIA, which is crazy. Other than that, the car is real nice and comfy
@JessTheInvestor
4 жыл бұрын
I love a good SUV
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Jess TheInvestor I’m so happy to hear!
@johnholst
4 жыл бұрын
I like the Sportage very much. But it does feel a bit old now. Been out since 2015 here and the all new model is scheduled to debut in December. I'd certainly wait.
@johnholst
4 жыл бұрын
@@vc8my Nobody has seen the all new Sportage yet. They're not even showing it with camo yet.
@johnholst
4 жыл бұрын
@@vc8my Thanks for the link Eric! No, this is not the all new Sportage. Actually, this is the Chinese market refresh. It's the same as the current one except for a few tweaks. According to HMG schedule, the all new Tucson will debut in the summer and the Sportage should be here by December, though both of these dates could be pushed back a little due to this virus.
@johnholst
4 жыл бұрын
@@vc8my You're welcome! I had two previous gen Sportages! Love them too!
@paulguanco7902
4 жыл бұрын
I like and always watched your videos. Can you make a review for minivan Kia Sedona 2020. Thnx
@danmiedema1927
4 жыл бұрын
Did you notice the different inside door handles (L & R) wished you did the SX turbo. I agree with you on the back up lights
@truth959
3 жыл бұрын
I love the look of this little SUV!
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you are liking this one.
@Msleelee9487
3 жыл бұрын
helped my aunt pick out a 2020 Blue Sportage and now i'm looking at one
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