My Sportage arrives in 2 weeks. After buying it, I checked out online reviews, some great, some not so great (Top Gear, bunch of contrarian snobs). Then I found this. Simply the most unpretentious, straight talking, genuine and believable video review one who could ever hope for. Thank you for that. Now, I feel better and pretty excited with my choice. It isn't about the rally track or the point one of a second, it's simply about the love of a beautiful car which does it's job. Cheers.
@zedpizza
11 жыл бұрын
what i like with this guy is his honest reviews.he is not one of those reviewers who jump on the bandwagon.he makes his own personal review.well done mate
@dankab123
12 жыл бұрын
I always find myself looking at my kia's reflection in windows all the time, LOVE MY SPORTAGE!
@tigerupacut
13 жыл бұрын
Great vid! "I don't know where the tiger lives back here" LOL. Very versatile car, especially if you get the SX model. When I go shopping, a long trip, or just want to have a nice cruise down the highway, plenty of space and power. SX has 260hp and 268tq for a nice grip on the road, so if anyone is looking at you funny for driving a KIA..pedal to the metal and let them see the LED tailights as you drive away!
@mohammedosman88
12 жыл бұрын
The most honest reviewer I've found on KZitem, I'm glad I found this channel ... Thanks a lot from Egypt :)
@MLaak86
11 жыл бұрын
Got it and took it on a long drive today and it's official - I'm in love with it :) The build quality is excellent, the systems are intuitive and easy to use, the steering is precise and nicely weighted, the breaks are applied subtly, the ride can be bouncy but the car always feels anchored to the rood. And the 2lt Diesel is spot on - the car has loads of power on demand without ever seeming to struggle or as if it'll fly out from under you. Brilliant car!
@deezclub
9 жыл бұрын
I'm getting the 2015 Sportage next Sunday.... I love it already and I love that you played Radiohead at the end of the video. Cheers!
@rickimoran8665
5 жыл бұрын
I’ve had 2, 3 series BMW’s before I got one of these and there’s no way I’d go back, it’s a fantastic car and I love it, and I’d be hard pressed to find someone who didn’t.
@cleo6189
5 жыл бұрын
Im getting a 2012!
@Hellifieldlad
12 жыл бұрын
Such a lovely Car! received mine today in Sandtrack colour and it looks awesome! Thanks for this review as this was one of the deciding videos which made me go for it!
@TheMichaelRN
12 жыл бұрын
you really have to see and drive this car to appreciate how good this is.
@technohow6494
10 жыл бұрын
Great review, love the high level of detail.
@dukacosmic
11 жыл бұрын
Just a week ago i received mine 1.6 gdi. My family was getting bigger, so we decided to go with urban SUV. Coming from Passat CC i never tought that i gonna end up in Kia, or any korean car. Then i started lurking on YT for some reviews and ended up on yours Bob. What to say that was not already told... Keep up the good work, and i'll keep watching your channel. ;)
@da12641
8 жыл бұрын
For the price..this is an awesome car. We have a Range Rover, Lincoln Navigator and my father in law has a Lexus ES. For long long road trip vacation, we always use our 2013 Sportage. It just feels more reliable..and has not had any issues so far. We did have a crappy stereo system but change that to a Joy 7" quadcore Android stereo system and now we have a stereo,dvd, gps system that does... well...pretty much most of the stuffs our Galaxy Note 4 can do.
@ViveSemelBeneVivere
11 жыл бұрын
You're very convincing Bob, no doubt about that! Another great informative review! A friend of mine bought a new high end Freelander and he's not entirely happy with it. Now I'm convinced he really should have opted for a Sportage 4x4.
@MrLuba6a
12 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the answer, Bob!The only thing I might consider irritable is the red light on the radio...ix35 has it in blue,which in MHO is fantastic and more relaxing
@senakab91
12 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot ...I'm gonna buy one of these!!!
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Nice one, I'm glad you like it. Best of luck with the new car!
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
nice work, best of luck with it!
@antgreenac
11 жыл бұрын
I have been driving a 2013 Kia sportage ion dark silver. It's amazing I love it so far. The company has come such a long way with design and quality. I see aspects of German cars and even a small hint of the range roover evoque in the outer design. Love the review and it can't wait to see what kia comes up with next.
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching the review. The one with the widest doors is the sportage because they open wide and not because they are big. It might be a bit tall for easy access though. Depending on your disability I've always found that the cars with sliding doors are the easiest to get in and out of e.g. the Mazda 5 and Ford C-Max or bigger being the VW Sharan. Also a good compromise is the Citroen Berlingo that can be adapted for any disabled use in mind. High millage = diesel average millage =petrol
@northstar1950
11 жыл бұрын
I have recently bought one, they are really nice to drive and I think this is a very fair review, refreshingly different too.
@DJRadio3000
12 жыл бұрын
the music got me pumped to buy one right now! haha
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude!
@MrLuba6a
12 жыл бұрын
Right!!!Bob,you answer completely all I wanted to know-thanks a lot.Assume I'm 60,ix35 seems the right choice...have a nice day and lot of success with you reviews!!!
@bukusuma
12 жыл бұрын
Excellent review! Got me going to a KIA dealer for a test drive. Will probably get this to replace my 4 years old Grand Vitara.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Glad to be of service, I hope it goes well for you. Keep it between the ditches!
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Nice one, it's still a great car. I was in one on Monday and I still haven't changed my opinion. Enjoy the Sportage
@joschan18
12 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, very good review indeed. I just collected my Sportage last week. I have to agree that the overall build quality and design has improved tremendously over the years, even better than Japanese cars.
@YourTechGerman
11 жыл бұрын
Yours and Carbuyers channels are without any doubt the two best car reviewer channels currently on youtube! Keep up the excellent work and f**k top gear i say!!
@Stinking82
11 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review mate! performance wise would you recommend the 2.0 diesel or the 2.4 petrol?
@RudyDaCosta
11 жыл бұрын
A very awesome review Bob! Which of the crossovers you tested has the best access to the rear seats? Because I am looking at one of these vehicle for my mom and dad who are 52 and 67 years old. I am disabled so I need a crossover vehicle which has wide doors and easy access to the back seats. Which engine should we go for? We do mostly town and city driving.
@TheMaegnar
11 жыл бұрын
Great reviews, thanks for your work. Do you plan to review the new Kia Optima sedan in the near future?
@franhiatt1
11 жыл бұрын
Excellent I look forward to it. My wife has a 2005 RAV4 but I saw the new one at a show and it seems a lot better looking, a more upmarket interior and the remote tailgate is a big plus. If I could afford one I'd be tempted.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
@mickatmp You bought a great lucky you! Is it the 4wd version?
@MrLuba6a
12 жыл бұрын
Hello Bob!fantastic review!What is your opinion on KIA Sportage 184Hp diesel,all wheel drive?how about the vibrations and decibels inside? thanks in advance
@TheRelativeUnknown
10 жыл бұрын
Love the review. Beautiful car.
@samelia1963
9 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob your reviews are honest, straightforward and make me chuckle.After watching many reviews and this one in particular numerous times I am picking up a 2011 sportage 3 Sirius Silver tomorrow.I wont mess wit ya, i cant wait.Hope it lives up to the hype.Cheers mate.
@CavanRail001
12 жыл бұрын
Bob, really enjoyed this review brilliant.I get the feeling you really do love this motor,and your right about the badge make it a 4 circle or vw and it'd go up 20k+. I like the look of it, but the back end throws me a bit off although if your the one driving it, well you wont see the back would you.True,honest,clear info love the reviews keep them comming lad.
@darlin1811
11 жыл бұрын
It's a great review. And everything u said was true!! I bought my sportage for about 6 months ago and I'm still enjoying every drive I have with it. Btw, I'm from singapore
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much! Enjoy your new car, you've made the right choice
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
@bukusuma Good choice, see if you can get your hands on the 4WD version it's very good.
@jonlong42
11 жыл бұрын
ive got one of these on order, i feel like a kid a week before christmas !!!!
@tomcollinz901
11 жыл бұрын
I think this is good quality review. It's refreshing and helpful to have a car reviewer not simply critique a particular substandard aspect of a vehicle but also apply reason and context with broader, more positive aspects. It's also helpful that the reviewer is immodest with his emotions, after all, cars are still marketed for human beings and not yet robots. I know so very little about Kia. How is the current model reliability?
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Good to know that people in Egypt are watching too, tell your friends!
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@davieslm
11 жыл бұрын
Excellent review.
@ViveSemelBeneVivere
11 жыл бұрын
Agree. Kudos to Bob. Note the red LED display on the radio unit - another Audi mark.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
That's a nice colour, I like blue myself. I always get a bit nervous when someone buys a car that I've reviewed, I hope you like it.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
I haven't driven the higher horsepower version as we can only get 4wd on special order here. I can't imagine it's going to be any louder than the one in the video though.
@phvondel
13 жыл бұрын
Top Gear Ireland. Very good review!
@luminary153
12 жыл бұрын
nice review
@ScottZ370
11 жыл бұрын
Fantastic car and just want to dedicate my purchase to Bob Flavin (received it today) and this review attracted me to the idea of a compact suv
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Why thank you kind sir, it's tested by me and the family so the video happens late in the week and by then I know the good and bad of a car, so the review is realistic. Good jump you're making from the Nissan to Kia, the 7 year warranty and purchase price make it a great car, not forgetting the styling! Shame about the colour, I quite like it in blue though. Best of luck with it, keep it between the ditches.
@northstar1950
11 жыл бұрын
So you like it then! Got one arriving in a few days time:)
@jackd166
11 жыл бұрын
What a great review!
@Caroline-mp7zv
8 жыл бұрын
Hi I was thinking of buying the 1.6 petrol, is this a good buy, I was worried it won't be powerful enough for the size of the car, thanks
@Ottonturk
11 жыл бұрын
I would like to buy it in Moscow. We have temperature amplitude from -40 to 35 C*. Would it be practically to buy Lux variant - or comfort is enough?
@Trala52
9 жыл бұрын
It IS a great car. I test drove one yesterday, but later found out that it got a "poor" rating on the front small overlap crash test. Seeing as this purchase is going to be for my daughter for her first car, that and only that stopped me from buying it for her.
@julie5558
12 жыл бұрын
i have a 2011 sportage i love it
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Yep, it really is that good when you take in the purchase price and 7 year warranty. I'd buy one in the morning
@nofrankno1
11 жыл бұрын
great reveiw.
@zakmanR1
11 жыл бұрын
hey,nice review... greetings from greece, i saw ur review about q3 too... can u give me ur opinion? which one should i go for? audi q3, kia sportage, or bmw x3?...but i most interest on the audi q3 and kia sportage...thanks!!
@hairmaestro1
12 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, need a sincere answer from you... between the Kia Sportage and ASX, which would you buy?
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Well done Rob, I hope you got a good deal...now if only I was on commission!
@kr4sus
12 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your reply! In my country they have the same millage year warranty, only that hyundai offers free road assistance in every country that there is a hyundai dealer. I know that they are made in the same factory and have the same engines but as a cunsumer i always doubt :) so my question was more in terms of build quality, ride quality. consumption for 1.7 diesel at both cars. Maybe i am just being picky :) Thanks for your help!
@MLaak86
11 жыл бұрын
Waiting on my own - unfortunately couldn't afford the Platinum model (as top spec is called here) but I'm sure the mid range diesel will perform admirably :)
@bukusuma
12 жыл бұрын
@Smokerspack Put my name down for the topline 2WD version. Delivery is in March! Thanks for the very balanced and honest review.
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
There is a difference is both size and height of the cars, not much in ground clearance though. Both are well built and the Skoda is a bit easier to park. They would be very close, in fact it might come down to a personal choice. The Sportage has a much higher seating position than the Yeti.
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Damn! I completely forgot about the Skoda Yeti. Crossover with big doors, it would be perfect for you; if you like the look of it :D
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
you have a want, it's like an itch you must scratch it but someone tells you that you can't. It's always the same, order a car and then wait...don't worry, it's worth the wait. You got the right spec too, best of luck with the car and send some pictures or a video of it when you have it!
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
In Ireland there isn't all that much of a difference from our mid range to top, it's mostly cosmetic. You should get all you need in the mid range model, enjoy the car I'm sure you'll love it
@damcamtownsville
11 жыл бұрын
I wonder where he walks to at the end
@Skeet1967
12 жыл бұрын
Getting mine in 4 weeks
@f1fan823
3 жыл бұрын
have u done the newer sportage
@mohamad2652755
10 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob,please can you tell me whats the color of this sportage.Is it Sirius silver?
@MLaak86
11 жыл бұрын
Bob, just curious - how do you feel the AWD Diesel versions of the Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-5, Nissan Qashqai, Subaru Forester and Volkswagen Tiguan compare?
@kr4sus
12 жыл бұрын
Hey there Bob, I was trying to find a review of hyundai ix35 made by you but failed. Can you tell me if you have made one and i would kindly ask for a comparison between these two. Your point of view. I sure have loads of questions in between and maybe share them later. (not planning to bother you atm :) ) Thanks in advance.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Depends on what country you're from, everyone pronounces words differently. I'm sure both pronunciations are correct
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
@cpwallz Thank you, you are very kind
@MLaak86
11 жыл бұрын
Aha okay. I was quite curious about them - especially since I tend to see a lot of Tiquan, CX-5 and Duallis/Quashqais around but no so many Sportages.
@mosquito11311
12 жыл бұрын
anyone knows the music played in begining?? reply me if u know it, thanks great car by the way, love it
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Good choice!
@humaxf1
9 жыл бұрын
Is this the EXS, S for sunroof? thx
@JaimeVives
11 жыл бұрын
I have 1.7 crdi one. really nice :)
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
I did drive an IX35 last year but it was before the videos were on the go. You are looking at the same car, same parts and chassis but the Sportage is far nicer to look at and somehow bigger inside. One thing to take into account is Hyundai do a 5 year unlimited millage warranty and Kia have a 7 year 100,000 km version so if you're a high millage person then the IX35 might be something to think about. If not, then Sportage all the way
@motherandsondiaryuk9672
9 жыл бұрын
Bob!! I need some help mate.. I been looking at a Qashqai and not happy about it.. I'm 42 and want quality as well as a good drive.. it's for taking my mother out and doing all her stuff as well as for me and my pleasures too :) can you recommend an SUV or MPV please mate :)
@Enforcer2002021
11 жыл бұрын
Oh and by the way you did such a great job on this review no going on about this and that simply saying it as you found it.Kia owe you money as it was your report that sold me.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much, I talk like this all the time!
@whigwood
12 жыл бұрын
Test one when it's got 60,000 miles on the clock. Now that's a REAL test.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Yes but the warranty transfers to the next owner, it's 7 years no matter who owns it. So there can't be low grade materials used or it would fall apart.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
Hardly a fair question, the Q3 starts at 34,380 and the Sportage starts at 26,025 Irish prices, over 8k of a price difference. Taking price out I'd have the Sportage for the looks and kit.
@rogalus77
9 жыл бұрын
much nicer than BMWx3 ;)
@harolds789
11 жыл бұрын
Is the Kia 7-yr warranty not really two warranties - a full 3-yr and a lower level 4-yr (or so I have heard) so its a 7-yr but not really the same for every year...
@BushDoctor1970
10 жыл бұрын
Yes, it is. I have the same car, same color, (brand new) except the audio, i have the big screen navi stuff
@syafix19
12 жыл бұрын
i know people already said this before. but that is a very good review! you just hardly mention the car's flaw, is it really that good?
@Pedal2TheMetal
12 жыл бұрын
I would definitely go with the ASX.
@BobFlavinVideo
12 жыл бұрын
They are both the same for what you're after. With a 7 year warranty you'll have no trouble with build quality, fuel consumption will be the same for both cars. I got 5.2ltrs per 100kms from the Sportage
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Good choice
@BobFlavinVideo
11 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, that's a tough one. The quality of the materials and build quality overall is better in the Q3 and X3 but they are much more expensive than a Sportage. Personally I'd take the Q3 if I could afford it but I'd still prefer the looks of a Sportage (and the price). The look of the X3 leaves me a bit cold. Hope that helps ya
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