Hello from Australia. I absolutely love my Sportage, it offers so much value for the low price point, couldn't ask for more. Buy this save your money for more important things. 7 years warranty means ease of mind.
I've just recently bought a 2017 Sportage to replace a Seat Leon FR as our family car, as my missus wanted something taller and easier for getting kids in and out. I was dubious but I am surprised at how good a car it is and how much it actually comes with. It's a '2' and has pretty much all you need. Cruise control, lane assist, auto lights and wipers, android auto and apple car play, reversing cam and sensors and still has 4 years warranty. We looked at a Qashqai, but in my work I see a lot of them broken down so their reliability is questionable.
4 years later and I'm in a similar situation. Currently have a 3 door Leon FR 1.4 TSI and have a baby on the way and my other half wants something more upright and the Sportage is most likely what we'll get. I hope you would still recommend now.
Just bought the GTLine (no sunroof or JBL) 1 month and 2500 miles and I am really growing to like it. Not a sports hatch or or GT express but comfy enough, with enough poke and good for a bit of rough - trailing that I have to do. Quality seems good enough and space is OK (its not the Alhambra that I used to have) Its a very respectable car at a great price point. I hope that the longevity is good
Kia definitely has been stepping it up, but now other automakers are starting to up their game so it will be interesting to see how they compare five years down the line or so. Great video!
I used to have sporty hatches, gt's, ect ect.. But once you get to an age in life and a car becomes more a tool than a plaything your priorities change. As living in London is becoming more and more like a potholed speed humped car park is decided to go down the medium SUV route for comfort, bit of interior luxury and economy. So I bought a new Peugeot 3008 gt line 1.6 petrol and love it. Its perfect around town and bad roads, fully loaded and stress free. It's a market that's being used by people who want a comfortable 'luxury hatchback'..
Starting to get some late ones in at work now they are coming out of warranty I'm really impressed with them Good build quality well spec'd Quite nice to drive
Didn't like the series 1 & 2 but loved it when the 3 & 4 were released. I advised my neighbour to replace his Tiguan with one when the time came and he's genuinely surprised and impressed with his series 3 and at his age now won't be parting with it. It's one of the very few that I would buy new as I don't normally advise new to the losses but I'd keep this long enough where that issue wouldn't matter.
I’m 6’4”, take around 1-3 passengers plus luggage regularly, and have lots of long/bulky photography equipment, yet I manage just fine in my 1 series convertible and have a hell of a lot more fun than any crossover driver. People are too quick to give up and get a fat-mobile without even trying other options and it’s sad because the manufacturers can’t justify making fun affordable cars anymore. I admire James for being someone also into cabrio/low/sporty cars and still seeing merit in cars like this, I would be so rude if I made this video XD
@@euclidredpill7277 I have lots of friends/family including myself with Kias. Haven't heard a complaint yet. Conversely I've known a few people with BMWs who had plenty to complain about. They have been Freed of the burden of having disposable income. You know how it goes a fool and his money are soon parted.
Had mine for three years now. Zero problems. It is a dull car but it takes me where I am going without making a fuss. I am thinking about getting a better stereo, though.
Bought my wife one of these and it's perfect. Plenty of room, doesn't go all that fast but safe if she has a prang and the interior isn't exactly premium so you don't feel bad when the kids annihilate it. Would recommend!
Another excellent video James, both the Mrs and I fancy one of these to replace our ageing cars - looking forward to seeing what it's like. Cabin space is a priority for me too so hope something like this fits the bill. Also, I had a Renault Kadjar for a couple of days last summer while my VW Jetta had some emergency repairs and I really liked that too and thought it drove pretty well.
I have Kia's SUV middle-child, the Sorrento (a 2019 model), and absolutely love it. No complaints yet, and it's everything I want it to be. A great vehicle for less money and with a great warranty - not a bad combination. Now, only if it only held its resale value....
Just seen a brand new one online for 22 grand with tonnes of options. No wonder people buy them when other brands are constantly pushing their list prices up
Kinda feel your sister would have been a good reviewer for this one, especially as she is in the process of choosing between the alternatives. Hope you let her have a go in this one.
We’ve had a 2017 2.0 diesel AWD Sportage for 6 years now and it’s been a good family hauler. Only real downside, coming from a 2.0 Passat diesel, fuel economy isn’t great and we struggle to get over 40mpg. Interesting comparison to the Golf as I have a mk7 GTI. It’s considerably bigger inside than the Golf. More headroom and legroom and a bigger boot. We transported a piano in the Sportage and that’s something that we’d never fit in the Golf!
Just bought one of these, got a 68 plate sportage isg2 1.6gdi petrol in infra red and must say its a beautiful car to drive, loads of room, comfy an quick enough for normal driving, traded in my mustang ecoboost for one of these coz kids getting to big for mustang back seats. Suits my needs perfectly and good for camping and my mountain bike in back no problem too, really great car and economical too, i get about 40mpg in city driving and 50mpg plus on country and main roads so well happy, nice smooth 6 speed manual gear box an outside finish is really good quality and ok inside too, great family suv, kia have nailed it with this one 👌👌😍👍
My OH is considering one of these, we have tested a ‘4’ spec and were impressed with the relative refinement and features. She fancies the look of the GTLineS though. I will mention the ride comments to her, may push in direction of the ‘4’ instead.
MATT KH .... I had a 2018 hyundai i30.... in the 12 months I owned it it spent approximately 3 months in the garage... various different issues... hyundai actually got funny about honouring the warranty too. Luckily consumer law was on my side at a full refund was finally given. I found that locally dealer service centre knowledge/ expertise was limited/ restricted and that everything went back to Korea for investigation of the data.
@@id70b40 i had a 2011 i10 never needed nothing not even a bulb I've got a 2009 i30 what fine no problem but I had a diesel vag what needed a engine rebuild at 22k miles 🤷♂️
Great review, as always. However, there is one important point which James is missing here - UK roads - especially in more remote rural areas - getting FLOODED. It happens A LOT in UK Winters - and even Summers nowadays. The extra GROUND CLEARANCE which you get with an SUV is THE important point here. An SUV will often get through when a 'normal' car just won't. Speaking for myself, my work often takes me to various locations in more remote country areas and for me, an SUV is the way forward. Literally - rather than having to back up and then drive miles out of your way...
Bought a GT line one a month ago to replace my nismo juke.Have to say I love the Sportage.Power delivery is smoother then the juke and alot better ride.I really don't understand jays comments about ride.I think it's perfect.Build quality is also decent .Overall the Sportage deserves the respect.Only thing i hate is the passe get seat dosent go up or down😟I bought the petrol one and find 5th and 6th gear very long perfect for motorway.MPG on A roads about 36mpg not tried motorway yet.Teying to buy one second hand is very hard especially in GT line trim or GT line s trim.Pleased with mine in everyway.
I know it’s a year after the last comment left but I thought I’d add one more; I’m considering the GTS AWD turbo diesel version. It just seems to have everything and more I would want including good safety stuff. I think other brands really should open their eyes and just see what tremendous value the Sportage is and start to add all the safety stuff as standard and not have to opt for expensive add on packages etc. Good for you Kia.
We owned a 2nd generation Sportage kx4 and it was a brilliant family car plus it looked good in comparison to the other models available. Regarding the AWD it was a selection switch in the car and was mostly used in 2wd but the wife felt safer switching on the AWD in poring rain on the back roads plus it was actually decent on the grassy fields up my mums farm road. Would have another but running an estate and a VW Caravelle at the moment, brilliant for 3 kids and both dogs plus all the shopping.
Have had one for three years now. So impressed with the vehicle and Kia's reliability and value for money I went out and bought my wife a Stinger GT for her birthday. It's six month on now and she still walks through the door with a big smile on her face. We often fight over whose turn it is to drive.
JayEmm ..... I live in Iceland where it gets where heavy snow in the winter. I have this car and if i didnt have AWD I would never have bought it, I could never get to my work everyday in the winter with only front wheel drive.
Got a 1.6 tgdi 174bhp awd leather interior sat nav heated seat etc etc etc what's no to like and they are reliable as a wood burner it's a no brainer really the only downside is the fuel economy could and really should be better for a modern car.
I was looking at buying one of these (in Hyundai dress)from Richmond Hyundai in Southampton. Sadly after being repeatedly lied to and let down by the sales men I had to give up. Will try the Viking dealer up the road and get the Kia instead!
You should probably add some test of the AWD or 4 wheel drive systems on the vehicles you test that have them. Maybe just run them off the road through a pasture or something. My greatest concern for having one would be how it handles in rain and severe wet along with snow. Yeah you don't get that much snow where you are but I might take this car on a ski trip. Good show otherwise.
I think your tyre choice, summer, all weather, winter or off road will be the main determinant of off road / snow behaviour for most cars not specifically designed for or fitted with more advanced transmissions or traction systems designed for serious or heavy duty off roading. That said, any car marketed as a 4wd of off roader should be tested on and capable of decent progress across a muddy field or wet grass. Not all can manage very much.
I owned the first generation Sportage from 1997-2001, one of the first in the US. That still was a RWD based vehicle which shifted into 4wd and it had a low range. It was not a great car. It leaned on corners, it was very slow, and rattled. Still, it was a good off-roady vehicle that is rare in the class today since all are crossovers. I wish the Suzuki Jimny was sold here.
It is a shame the Jimny isn't sold over there, its not at all practical unless its used as a 2 seater with a big boot (trunk) and they're almost impossible to get stuck unless you go ridiculous with them, fantastic cars. Sorry, I don't mean that to sound like I'm rubbing it in.
@@kaileysweeney4240 A friend used to own a Pajero 2.8Turbo Diesel (a Japanese import here in the UK) and it was a beast 😂 and could go anywhere. I think Mitsubishi have gone through what most car manufacturers do, high points and low points, Subaru were amazing here in the 90's and 2000's, now not so much.
Just avoid the older generation gdi motors. The build quality is however fantastic ... no squeaks rattles etc solid heavy. Proper transmission instead of cvt.
Personally I target the 4WD/AWD or 4x4 on auto mode for its stability on the road specially with bad weather and bad roads in addition whenever it snowed my FWD cars got stuck and I had to walk down to the main road and request a taxi.
The Tucson is very very similar, same chassis & engines. Younger drivers and families prefer Kia Sportage (i have one) whereas some older folks like the Tucson. Ford Kuga was a bit overpriced in comparison
first rule of thumb--don't rely on someone else's opinion. Drive and test all cars for yourself before you buy anything. I didn't this once with a car i let myself get obsessed with--watched all the videos and reviews and was sold it was the car for me... drove it and hated it. What a letdown. Drive them first.. only you know the car for you.
My father in law (a career engineer) and his rich wife traded in their BMW X5 and replaced it with a top spec Sportage, and they love it. They don't miss the X5 at all. Perhaps him keeping his 3 series, and her keeping SLK convertible, also helped :-D
Do the rear lights go up with the tailgate? If so lots of the world (Iam looking at you North America) it's illegal to have them mounted on a movable part of the car. Thank you uncle Doug
Interesting 🧐 I am picking up a Kia Sportage c t line diesel mild hybrid 1.6 I was pleasantly surprised on the power and the quite ness of the car on the road . 21 plate infra red I’ve opted for, looking forward to getting the car next Friday, from Kia . They tried to sell me assist insurance? Which I don’t want ?then they tried to sell me c t line car matts ?lol all in all it was expensive but had only done 11234 miles I bought the service three year package which i think is worth it on a car like this .it comes with 2 years r a c breakdown cover , and £500 to your m o t . The car is 11 months old so no m o t yet the tax bracket is reasonable on a car like this but insurance is not bad .
Tom Caudo we brits say Celica the same as the Japanese (you know, the guys that invented the car..) Id say you’re wrong on that one. You also absolutely butcher the pronunciation of Renault, Jaguar and my personal pet hate, aluminium!
Much rather have this an any new BMW. Love Kias and Hyundais. No badge snobbery for a car that’s for sure. The 3 series has become a tedious snob trinket for people who love to think they are better than everyone else when they aren’t.
My conclusion to Kia deciding to put the indicators at the bottom out of site is because the majority of drivers don't use indicators anyway, so why put them where they're more noticeable?
Thank you for doing a normal car.I am a motability member and have to me a great car.A seat leon st fr 150 auto and to me it is the very best.Have you try.
Currently drive a 2 litre naturally aspirated 2019 Sportage with standard suspension and 6 speed torque converter automatic. It rides and handles very well and has quite direct steering. Ergonomically well laid out cabin with great seat comfort too. Not what I was expecting at all. However, with the engine/gearbox combo it has, it is so gutless and slow, as well as very thirsty. The 1.6 turbo/DCT would be a way better drivetrain
I've had a Kia Pro Ceed for 7 years. I really wanted a Sportage but, being on the large side, I was disappointed to find that getting in and out wasn't really that easy. Plus I felt a little squashed up once inside. It felt like a much smaller car.
Re your Paris Dakar comment,the All Wheel Drive is for on road safety it’s not a 4x4 system for off road. No more than an Audi TT Quattro would be.....
AWD was high on my list of required features. My fwd minivan can’t get up my steep driveway with any amount of snow. Im hoping the AWD sportage i just bought does better this winter.
KIA why do people buy them . more for the $$ . but nothing wears out /breaks .everything works for over 100,000 miles ..simple change oil , add gas . a few tires .throw in a battery. or two and your good ..
I have a Stinger GT and run a small fleet of Ceratos. Superb cars, all of them, for their intended purpose. And here in Oz, the 7 year unlimited mileage warranty is win.
But I drive a 2007 car that cost me £1500, that has heated leather, sat nav, cruise control, xenon head lights, fully electric adjustable seats, parking sensors, auto sensor lights and wipers, so in 13 years is the tech really that impressive? My car also I would bet has a superior, more fuel efficient engine than your 2020 Kia.. So how better are these newer cars?
The problem is that in 2007 many cars didn't have all that stuff. Now they are starting to trickle down all those features in more common cars. All those features you mentioned in your car were reserved for luxury expensive cars.
Had one on hire, to say I was surprised was an understatement. These things are tip top.
Hello from Australia. I absolutely love my Sportage, it offers so much value for the low price point, couldn't ask for more. Buy this save your money for more important things. 7 years warranty means ease of mind.
I've got a previous gen one of these from 2011 and it's been really reliable and I've had no issues in two years of ownership
I prefer the front on that model as well.
I've just recently bought a 2017 Sportage to replace a Seat Leon FR as our family car, as my missus wanted something taller and easier for getting kids in and out. I was dubious but I am surprised at how good a car it is and how much it actually comes with. It's a '2' and has pretty much all you need. Cruise control, lane assist, auto lights and wipers, android auto and apple car play, reversing cam and sensors and still has 4 years warranty.
We looked at a Qashqai, but in my work I see a lot of them broken down so their reliability is questionable.
4 years later and I'm in a similar situation. Currently have a 3 door Leon FR 1.4 TSI and have a baby on the way and my other half wants something more upright and the Sportage is most likely what we'll get. I hope you would still recommend now.
Had my s line a week absolutely blown away. Amazing car
Always tune in when I get one of your notifications Jay.
Another excellent review for cars that us ordinary plebs can afford! Well done.
Here in Aus it was a big seller to
The stinger is what made me notice them however
Shame it’s so ugly, especially the front,I bought a Mini Countryman, because the Kia is so ugly
The kia sportage gt line is a good bit of kit, plenty of 2017 low milers for £14/£15k, leather, sat nav, heated seats, pan roof, nice alloys etc
Just bought the GTLine (no sunroof or JBL)
1 month and 2500 miles and I am really growing to like it.
Not a sports hatch or or GT express but comfy enough, with enough poke and good for a bit of rough - trailing that I have to do. Quality seems good enough and space is OK (its not the Alhambra that I used to have)
Its a very respectable car at a great price point.
I hope that the longevity is good
I have sportage here in Pakistan.I really love my Sportage AWD.Its a fantastic car for all type of roads.
‘Jay reviews the seventh best selling car in the country’ what a title to miss out on 🤪😂
We have one it’s a brilliant car. Now looking to buy a newish one. We have had no trouble whatsoever love it
Kia definitely has been stepping it up, but now other automakers are starting to up their game so it will be interesting to see how they compare five years down the line or so. Great video!
Nice video and review. Really appreciate your combination of sporty high end car reviews and cars that many of us can actually afford.
I used to have sporty hatches, gt's, ect ect.. But once you get to an age in life and a car becomes more a tool than a plaything your priorities change. As living in London is becoming more and more like a potholed speed humped car park is decided to go down the medium SUV route for comfort, bit of interior luxury and economy. So I bought a new Peugeot 3008 gt line 1.6 petrol and love it. Its perfect around town and bad roads, fully loaded and stress free. It's a market that's being used by people who want a comfortable 'luxury hatchback'..
They're solid cars
Starting to get some late ones in at work now they are coming out of warranty
I'm really impressed with them
Good build quality well spec'd
Quite nice to drive
Didn't like the series 1 & 2 but loved it when the 3 & 4 were released. I advised my neighbour to replace his Tiguan with one when the time came and he's genuinely surprised and impressed with his series 3 and at his age now won't be parting with it. It's one of the very few that I would buy new as I don't normally advise new to the losses but I'd keep this long enough where that issue wouldn't matter.
I’m 6’4”, take around 1-3 passengers plus luggage regularly, and have lots of long/bulky photography equipment, yet I manage just fine in my 1 series convertible and have a hell of a lot more fun than any crossover driver. People are too quick to give up and get a fat-mobile without even trying other options and it’s sad because the manufacturers can’t justify making fun affordable cars anymore. I admire James for being someone also into cabrio/low/sporty cars and still seeing merit in cars like this, I would be so rude if I made this video XD
@Harry Fishnuts I'm with Harry.
BMW overrated over priced unreliable junk.
@@euclidredpill7277 I have lots of friends/family including myself with Kias.
Haven't heard a complaint yet.
Conversely I've known a few people with BMWs who had plenty to complain about.
They have been Freed of the burden of having disposable income.
You know how it goes a fool and his money are soon parted.
Had mine for three years now. Zero problems. It is a dull car but it takes me where I am going without making a fuss. I am thinking about getting a better stereo, though.
Bought my wife one of these and it's perfect. Plenty of room, doesn't go all that fast but safe if she has a prang and the interior isn't exactly premium so you don't feel bad when the kids annihilate it.
Would recommend!
Another excellent video James, both the Mrs and I fancy one of these to replace our ageing cars - looking forward to seeing what it's like. Cabin space is a priority for me too so hope something like this fits the bill. Also, I had a Renault Kadjar for a couple of days last summer while my VW Jetta had some emergency repairs and I really liked that too and thought it drove pretty well.
I have Kia's SUV middle-child, the Sorrento (a 2019 model), and absolutely love it. No complaints yet, and it's everything I want it to be. A great vehicle for less money and with a great warranty - not a bad combination. Now, only if it only held its resale value....
No Kia really holds their value. I factored that into my decision and now I'm in for the long haul lol
I've just ordered my Kia Sportage today in grey
Good review, but after test driving the optima Estate, I'd have that. It's on another level for value
This is my fav crossover suv type thing
I’ve just changed from the Qashqai to the Sportage and I love it more than the Qashqai
Yes I do really like the Sportage
Kia in Aussie was the only car to sell increasingly in every month in 1919 & in 2020 it continues so to do. They must be doing something right.
Yep I also wonder why Kia engineers placed turning lights so low 😐
10:34 This could be the reason why it handles so well..... so why not? Have you even tested the FWD versions?
It's a sharp looking car with good performance and not too pricey. What more can you ask for in a SUV?
Just seen a brand new one online for 22 grand with tonnes of options. No wonder people buy them when other brands are constantly pushing their list prices up
Kinda feel your sister would have been a good reviewer for this one, especially as she is in the process of choosing between the alternatives. Hope you let her have a go in this one.
We’ve had a 2017 2.0 diesel AWD Sportage for 6 years now and it’s been a good family hauler. Only real downside, coming from a 2.0 Passat diesel, fuel economy isn’t great and we struggle to get over 40mpg. Interesting comparison to the Golf as I have a mk7 GTI. It’s considerably bigger inside than the Golf. More headroom and legroom and a bigger boot. We transported a piano in the Sportage and that’s something that we’d never fit in the Golf!
Just bought one of these, got a 68 plate sportage isg2 1.6gdi petrol in infra red and must say its a beautiful car to drive, loads of room, comfy an quick enough for normal driving, traded in my mustang ecoboost for one of these coz kids getting to big for mustang back seats. Suits my needs perfectly and good for camping and my mountain bike in back no problem too, really great car and economical too, i get about 40mpg in city driving and 50mpg plus on country and main roads so well happy, nice smooth 6 speed manual gear box an outside finish is really good quality and ok inside too, great family suv, kia have nailed it with this one 👌👌😍👍
My OH is considering one of these, we have tested a ‘4’ spec and were impressed with the relative refinement and features. She fancies the look of the GTLineS though. I will mention the ride comments to her, may push in direction of the ‘4’ instead.
Kia /hyundai are built better than most brands on sale and you get a great warranty
MATT KH .... I had a 2018 hyundai i30.... in the 12 months I owned it it spent approximately 3 months in the garage... various different issues... hyundai actually got funny about honouring the warranty too. Luckily consumer law was on my side at a full refund was finally given. I found that locally dealer service centre knowledge/ expertise was limited/ restricted and that everything went back to Korea for investigation of the data.
@@id70b40 i had a 2011 i10 never needed nothing not even a bulb I've got a 2009 i30 what fine no problem but I had a diesel vag what needed a engine rebuild at 22k miles 🤷♂️
I doubt this is true
@@madmatt5661 i doubt that mate
@@georgebogdan397 octavia 1.9td engine rebuild at 21k
My winter car here in the west coast of Scotland, luv it
Great review, as always. However, there is one important point which James is missing here - UK roads - especially in more remote rural areas - getting FLOODED. It happens A LOT in UK Winters - and even Summers nowadays. The extra GROUND CLEARANCE which you get with an SUV is THE important point here. An SUV will often get through when a 'normal' car just won't.
Speaking for myself, my work often takes me to various locations in more remote country areas and for me, an SUV is the way forward. Literally - rather than having to back up and then drive miles out of your way...
Love my Sportage. I’ve had 4!.
Bought a GT line one a month ago to replace my nismo juke.Have to say I love the Sportage.Power delivery is smoother then the juke and alot better ride.I really don't understand jays comments about ride.I think it's perfect.Build quality is also decent .Overall the Sportage deserves the respect.Only thing i hate is the passe get seat dosent go up or down😟I bought the petrol one and find 5th and 6th gear very long perfect for motorway.MPG on A roads about 36mpg not tried motorway yet.Teying to buy one second hand is very hard especially in GT line trim or GT line s trim.Pleased with mine in everyway.
I know it’s a year after the last comment left but I thought I’d add one more; I’m considering the GTS AWD turbo diesel version. It just seems to have everything and more I would want including good safety stuff.
I think other brands really should open their eyes and just see what tremendous value the Sportage is and start to add all the safety stuff as standard and not have to opt for expensive add on packages etc.
Good for you Kia.
I'm changing my honda civic to a kia sportage I hope it will be good
An excellent real world review
We owned a 2nd generation Sportage kx4 and it was a brilliant family car plus it looked good in comparison to the other models available. Regarding the AWD it was a selection switch in the car and was mostly used in 2wd but the wife felt safer switching on the AWD in poring rain on the back roads plus it was actually decent on the grassy fields up my mums farm road. Would have another but running an estate and a VW Caravelle at the moment, brilliant for 3 kids and both dogs plus all the shopping.
It’s fun, reliable and affordable.
That’s a winning recipe.
My father and sister had one , now both. Upgraded to the sorento !!! Both awesome cars
How does the awd work
Have had one for three years now. So impressed with the vehicle and Kia's reliability and value for money I went out and bought my wife a Stinger GT for her birthday.
It's six month on now and she still walks through the door with a big smile on her face. We often fight over whose turn it is to drive.
I think it looks DAMN GOOD🔥
Really?
@@morganmorris2698 yes, yes I do. It's no Stelvio though.
So do I!
JayEmm ..... I live in Iceland where it gets where heavy snow in the winter.
I have this car and if i didnt have AWD I would never have bought it, I could never get to my work everyday in the winter with only front wheel drive.
Picking up my gt line s in a couple of days top spec 70 plate. Can’t wait 🤪
Got a 1.6 tgdi 174bhp awd leather interior sat nav heated seat etc etc etc what's no to like and they are reliable as a wood burner it's a no brainer really the only downside is the fuel economy could and really should be better for a modern car.
I was looking at buying one of these (in Hyundai dress)from Richmond Hyundai in Southampton. Sadly after being repeatedly lied to and let down by the sales men I had to give up. Will try the Viking dealer up the road and get the Kia instead!
Purchased one in a couple of hours after visiting viking Kia, Richmond Hyundai couldn’t manage that in a couple of weeks!
Be interesting to see a Sportage / Koleos comparison.
Might struggle to get his claws into a Koleos, they were a bit of a flop haha
Yes, i would also be interested.
You should probably add some test of the AWD or 4 wheel drive systems on the vehicles you test that have them. Maybe just run them off the road through a pasture or something. My greatest concern for having one would be how it handles in rain and severe wet along with snow. Yeah you don't get that much snow where you are but I might take this car on a ski trip. Good show otherwise.
I think your tyre choice, summer, all weather, winter or off road will be the main determinant of off road / snow behaviour for most cars not specifically designed for or fitted with more advanced transmissions or traction systems designed for serious or heavy duty off roading. That said, any car marketed as a 4wd of off roader should be tested on and capable of decent progress across a muddy field or wet grass. Not all can manage very much.
I owned the first generation Sportage from 1997-2001, one of the first in the US. That still was a RWD based vehicle which shifted into 4wd and it had a low range. It was not a great car. It leaned on corners, it was very slow, and rattled. Still, it was a good off-roady vehicle that is rare in the class today since all are crossovers. I wish the Suzuki Jimny was sold here.
It is a shame the Jimny isn't sold over there, its not at all practical unless its used as a 2 seater with a big boot (trunk) and they're almost impossible to get stuck unless you go ridiculous with them, fantastic cars. Sorry, I don't mean that to sound like I'm rubbing it in.
Graeme W about like my old Pajero. What happened to Mitsubishi?
@@kaileysweeney4240 A friend used to own a Pajero 2.8Turbo Diesel (a Japanese import here in the UK) and it was a beast 😂 and could go anywhere. I think Mitsubishi have gone through what most car manufacturers do, high points and low points, Subaru were amazing here in the 90's and 2000's, now not so much.
Are you able to disable the wifi and Bluetooth?
What's the ground clearance with 17 in wheels?
How suitable is front wheel drive (not this one) for some "light off-roading"?
Why are you not on Top Gear ? Discovered your channel only today and presently surprised
A great mystery
Answering at 0:43 would've thought Hyundai i10 with the fiesta not far behind 🤔
Just avoid the older generation gdi motors. The build quality is however fantastic ... no squeaks rattles etc solid heavy. Proper transmission instead of cvt.
i love them too very practical and pricing is fair
hold on, the in car sat nav is tomtom? you mean to tell me it's not actually useless? sold!
Personally I target the 4WD/AWD or 4x4 on auto mode for its stability on the road specially with bad weather and bad roads in addition whenever it snowed my FWD cars got stuck and I had to walk down to the main road and request a taxi.
Genuine question, how are the new regs making cars less efficient? I know the reason is emissions but how are they worse off for mpg?
They cant lean burn anymore because that is what produces NOX
Thank you for the objective review. I'm looking for an SUV. How does this Kia Sportage compare with the Ford Kuga & The Hyundai Tucson ?
The Tucson is very very similar, same chassis & engines. Younger drivers and families prefer Kia Sportage (i have one) whereas some older folks like the Tucson. Ford Kuga was a bit overpriced in comparison
@@gbtivbay Much appreciated
Thank you for your feedback.
first rule of thumb--don't rely on someone else's opinion. Drive and test all cars for yourself before you buy anything. I didn't this once with a car i let myself get obsessed with--watched all the videos and reviews and was sold it was the car for me... drove it and hated it. What a letdown. Drive them first.. only you know the car for you.
@@saakey Thank you for your advice. I most certainly will apply it.
My father in law (a career engineer) and his rich wife traded in their BMW X5 and replaced it with a top spec Sportage, and they love it. They don't miss the X5 at all.
Perhaps him keeping his 3 series, and her keeping SLK convertible, also helped :-D
Have you tried the Kia Optima yet? Brilliant cars 👍
Yes, and reviewed it
Do the rear lights go up with the tailgate? If so lots of the world (Iam looking at you North America) it's illegal to have them mounted on a movable part of the car.
Thank you uncle Doug
Interesting 🧐 I am picking up a Kia Sportage c t line diesel mild hybrid 1.6 I was pleasantly surprised on the power and the quite ness of the car on the road . 21 plate infra red I’ve opted for, looking forward to getting the car next Friday, from Kia . They tried to sell me assist insurance? Which I don’t want ?then they tried to sell me c t line car matts ?lol all in all it was expensive but had only done 11234 miles I bought the service three year package which i think is worth it on a car like this .it comes with 2 years r a c breakdown cover , and £500 to your m o t . The car is 11 months old so no m o t yet the tax bracket is reasonable on a car like this but insurance is not bad .
Hmm is there a chipping kit available I wonder?
Sportawwjuh, oh you brits. Another nissan 350 ZED moment. Lol love you guys
Well we find the way you guys mangle the word 'Jaguar' pretty amusing too
Mid-Loaf Crisis im confused. Jag is a jag. We both say it lol My all time favOrite is the Toyota Selleeeka.
Mid-Loaf Crisis please don’t take this wrong. I truly enjoy your culture. I appreciate it. I love how different car culture is there too.
Or vase
Tom Caudo we brits say Celica the same as the Japanese (you know, the guys that invented the car..)
Id say you’re wrong on that one.
You also absolutely butcher the pronunciation of Renault, Jaguar and my personal pet hate, aluminium!
Where can connect to a dealer?
Can anyone tell me the price of kia sportage in used condition or brand new ?
Much rather have this an any new BMW. Love Kias and Hyundais. No badge snobbery for a car that’s for sure. The 3 series has become a tedious snob trinket for people who love to think they are better than everyone else when they aren’t.
Kia n Hyundai 👍
There's a hybrid diesel version? Very popular here in NZ s well, almost always with a female driver.
My conclusion to Kia deciding to put the indicators at the bottom out of site is because the majority of drivers don't use indicators anyway, so why put them where they're more noticeable?
Will you be covering the Ford Eco Sport ST?? Cheers.
It looks good, well proportioned and is not full of extra pointless/expensive liabilities.
Thank you for doing a normal car.I am a motability member and have to me a great car.A seat leon st fr 150 auto and to me it is the very best.Have you try.
Get mine today 69 reg gt line s awd dct 1.6 tgdi
The rest....will have to match Kia's and Hyundai's warranty sooner or later...or face the consequences. Badge snobbery will not last forever.
Graham Evans it will... Louis Vuitton isn’t struggling because H&M better value...
Currently drive a 2 litre naturally aspirated 2019 Sportage with standard suspension and 6 speed torque converter automatic. It rides and handles very well and has quite direct steering. Ergonomically well laid out cabin with great seat comfort too. Not what I was expecting at all. However, with the engine/gearbox combo it has, it is so gutless and slow, as well as very thirsty. The 1.6 turbo/DCT would be a way better drivetrain
James want a good laugh, search for the Lemon #Jeep song ! It's hilarious !
I've had a Kia Pro Ceed for 7 years. I really wanted a Sportage but, being on the large side, I was disappointed to find that getting in and out wasn't really that easy. Plus I felt a little squashed up once inside. It felt like a much smaller car.
Is Sportage really pronounced as Sportaaaaagggge?
Sport-itch? My opinion.
I always thought it was Sportarge
In the queens English it is
Sportidge for me, but I'm a Yank
I’m Canadian and we pronounce it this way.
Out selling the BMW 3 series isn't a shock to me. I'd rather have this over a BMW and I don't even like crossover fad.
Same theme tune as blockhead over in the usa :)
Shame about the severe engine problems that kia keeps very quiet about
Re your Paris Dakar comment,the All Wheel Drive is for on road safety it’s not a 4x4 system for off road. No more than an Audi TT Quattro would be.....
AWD was high on my list of required features. My fwd minivan can’t get up my steep driveway with any amount of snow. Im hoping the AWD sportage i just bought does better this winter.
does kia sells a luxury minivan? i am considering an s-max
Get a Sharan
KIA why do people buy them . more for the $$ . but nothing wears out /breaks .everything works for over 100,000 miles ..simple change oil , add gas . a few tires .throw in a battery. or two and your good ..
I have a Stinger GT and run a small fleet of Ceratos. Superb cars, all of them, for their intended purpose. And here in Oz, the 7 year unlimited mileage warranty is win.
Can you review the Hyundai Kona next please?
Only watched this for the SUV haters in the comments, they are funny people. So much hate for something they have no experience of.
Ford fiesta is my bet for the most popular new car in the country
Don’t think I’ll ever be able to bring myself to like SUV’s/ crossovers, let alone consider owning one
Would always pick an estate car
Same here. I have bad knees and back so I can only get into a saloon or estate comfortably
But I drive a 2007 car that cost me £1500, that has heated leather, sat nav, cruise control, xenon head lights, fully electric adjustable seats, parking sensors, auto sensor lights and wipers, so in 13 years is the tech really that impressive? My car also I would bet has a superior, more fuel efficient engine than your 2020 Kia.. So how better are these newer cars?
your car probably has 150k miles.
@@mattymrj01 101k nothing for a 2.0tdi Skoda Octavia Laurin Klement.
The problem is that in 2007 many cars didn't have all that stuff. Now they are starting to trickle down all those features in more common cars. All those features you mentioned in your car were reserved for luxury expensive cars.