2024 Kia Sportage

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Rating8.1
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$27,090 - $37,890
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 5, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Striking exterior design

Lackluster acceleration

Standard LED headlights

Looks and feels bigger than some of its rivals

Fuel economy should've been better

Second row seats gets airbags

Equally stylish and tech-rich interior

Mediocre driving dynamics

AWD drivetrain no longer available for SX trim

Generous cargo capacity

Spacious seating for all the occupants

Specs & Features

$27,090

price

187 hp @ 6100 rpm

horsepower

178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.5L 4cyl FWD 8A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The midsize crossover segment has been seeing the launches of new model years in the past few weeks and Kia has been putting out there products too. The 2024 Kia Sportage was released sometime ago and it gets only a handful of updates this year. Following a complete overhaul last year, the Sportage now features LED headlights as standard and also gets airbags for the second row. Another change is the omission of the AWD drivetrain for the Sportage SX trim. For these changes, the 2024 Sportage gets a $800 price hike and it now starts at $27,090. 

The prices for the top-end 2024 Sportage X-Pro Prestige go all the way up to $37,890 before the $1,325 destination fees and other taxes. The Sportage Hybrid and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid models are yet to be announced for the 2024 model year, but the gas-only models are available for sale across all dealerships and the company website. For a closer real-world look at the Kia 2024 Sportage, check out the video below by "Car Confections" and find out if it is the right crossover SUV for you and your family.

Released already, expect the deliveries for the Sportage 2024 to begin by the end of the year 2023. The standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine of the Sportage is carried forward which produces 187 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a standard 8-speed automatic transmission that drives the front wheels or can be had with an AWD for an added cost of $1,800. The 0-60 MPH sprint time of 8.6 seconds remains the same and the Sportage also has a top speed of 117 MPH. The MPG ratings of the 2024 Sportage of 25 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highways also get no changes this year. 

Buying Advice

Among the Kia Sportage lineup, the mid-spec X-Line AWD trim makes the best option for most buyers. At a price tag of $31,890, the Sportage X-Line AWD costs about $4,800 more but gets the AWD drivetrain as standard. 

Other prominent features include premium synthetic leather upholstery, rugged exterior styling, 19-inch alloy wheels, a 12.3-inch infotainment system with navigation & Kia connected services, and a complete driver assistant safety suite.  All these features and great cargo capacity make the compact SUV a considerable choice in the market. 

Comparative Analysis against Competition

The 2024 Kia Sportage offers great value to its buyers, thanks to its spacious cabin, a large 39.6 cu-ft of trunk space, and loads of features. There are also over 14 exterior paint color options available along with 6 interior upholstery colors on offer. At this price point, the Sportage faces competition from other popular crossovers like the 2024 Honda CR-V, 2024 Mazda CX-50, 2024 Toyota RAV4, and 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

In terms of safety, the current generation Kia Sportage is yet to be tested by both the NHTSA and the IIHS. That said, the previous generation 2022 model year Sportage was rated with a perfect 5-star safety rating by NHTSA. The IIHS also rated it as the "Top Safety Pick" and we expect these ratings to be carried forward once it undergoes testing. With an overall reliability rating of 81/100 from J.D. Power, the Sportage 2024 falls a bit behind the segment leaders. 

Buyers can own the new 2024 Sportage with finance offers at 6.75% APR for a 48-month duration at $629/month with a $2,000 down payment. Lease deals begin at $358/month for a tenure of 36 months for a 10,000-mile annual mileage limit and a $2,000 down payment. The 5-year cost of ownership of the Sportage was around $38,850 for the previous model, expect it to see a minor hike for this current generation model. 

Trims

    LX
    $27,090 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 187 hp @ 6100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 117 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 28 mpg
    EX-L
    $29,090 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 187 hp @ 6100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 125 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 28 mpg
    X Line
    $31,890 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 187 hp @ 6100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 117 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 25 mpg
    SX
    $32,590 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 187 hp @ 6100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 117 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 28 mpg
    SX Prestige
    $34,590 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 187 hp @ 6100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.8 sec
    • Top Speed: 117 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 28 mpg
    X Pro
    $36,090 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 187 hp @ 6100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 117 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg
    X Pro Prestige
    $37,890 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 187 hp @ 6100 rpm hp
    • Torque: 178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 117 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg

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Price

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Engine

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Rating

8.14

Horsepower

187 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque

178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

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2024 Kia Sportage vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.6 sec16.5 sec117 mph
    5.5 sec--
    7.4 sec15.8 sec-
    7.5 sec15.8 sec118 mph
    7.7 sec15.9 sec-
    7.9 sec16.2 sec-

    2024 Kia Sportage vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      25 mpg33 mpg28 mpg14.3 gal.-
      28 mpg36 mpg31 mpg13.2 gal.-
      27 mpg34 mpg30.1 mpg14.8 gal.- -
      28 mpg34 mpg30 mpg14 gal.392.0/476.0 mi.
      26 mpg33 mpg29 mpg16.6 gal.-
      --29 mpg11.2 gal.-

      2024 Kia Sportage vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        183.5 in.73.4 in.65.4 in.7.1 in.108.5 in. -
        186.1 in.82.6 in.66.4 in.7.4 in.109.9 in. -
        184.8 in.73.5 in.66.2 in.7.8 in.106.3 in. -
        183.1 in.72.6 in.65.4 in.7.6 in.107.3 in. -
        182.7 in.80.9 in.67.5 in.8.7 in.105.1 in. -
        182.7 in.74.1 in.64.6 in.6.7 in.109 in.

        2024 Kia Sportage vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          39.6 cu.ft.-74.1 cu.ft.
          38.7 cu.ft.108.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          39.3 cu.ft.106 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.
          28.9 cu.ft.111.6 cu.ft.74.2 cu.ft.
          27.9 cu.ft.99.5 cu.ft.65.9 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.124 cu.ft.65.3 cu.ft.

          2024 Kia Sportage vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            74.1 cu.ft.39.6 cu.ft.74.1 cu.ft.
            80.3 cu.ft.38.7 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
            65.3 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.65.3 cu.ft.
            52.7 cu.ft.25.2 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.
            50.5 cu.ft.22.9 cu.ft.50.5 cu.ft.
            76.5 cu.ft.39.3 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.

            2024 Kia Sportage vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2500 lbs.1278 lbs.3661 lbs.
              2000 lbs.1030 lbs.3620 lbs.Jeep USA
              2000 lbs.1283 lbs.3346 lbs.
              2000 lbs.1197 lbs.4133 lbs.
              2000 lbs.1171 lbs.3467 lbs.
              2000 lbs.-- -

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              Posted On: August 5, 2024

              Best Compact SUV in the segment

              Pros - ["Interior is amazing and modern", "Mpg is better than a gas car", "Safety tech is the most updated"]

              Cons - ["Mpgs could be better", "Wireless Android auto not present", "Body roll is higher than a sedan"]

              Sporage Hybrid is the most advanced Compact SUV beating its rebadged sibling Hyundai Tucson hybrid in terms of interior upgrades in the 2023 model. Rav4 is way behind in terms of safety and luxury tech, where as Kia and Hyundai advance ahead with 100k warranty and amazing luxury interiors.

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              Larry Rowland

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              Posted On: July 31, 2024

              Great SUV with little notes on things to lookat.

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              Cons - ["I feel like the gas mileage could or should be higher being cylinder", "The way is revs up when your climbing or going up or down an encline", "All XLine models should have The white fog lights under the headlights in bottom black grill."]

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