Test drove a non hybrid SX prestige yesterday. Dealer said hybrids are non-existent in TX. Non-hybrid definitely was slow--def. needs the hybrid motor, and mpg isn't too hot. Dealer had a 7.5k markup lol on the non-hybrid and said they put 10k markup on hybrids lol. I'm not paying 50k for a kia compact SUV. Hoping the market gets better. If not, I'm literally driving my existing cars into the ground, Cuba style.
Excited for you! Did u get the pretty white/navy interior? I ordered that combo in the ex premium hybrid…. Hope to get it before the year ends lol! Congrats on ur new car!
@@michelepeck536 Unfortunatly that color combo doesn’t come with that trim. I got the black interior. I think it was the only option with the vesta blue. That said, I love the combo. Very happy I got it. I think you are going to be happy as a clam too! Good luck!
Hey congrats the 🎉 new car How long it took for the delivery to complete since you placed the order ?! Also - did you get black sealing and side pillers also black with Vesta blue exterior color?
@@desivlogs5612 I think it took about two months. Can't remember exactly. But it came just in time as I ordered the car so I could make a trip. As for the color... I think you are asking about the trim that goes around the pillars of the car, right? If so then yes, I got the dark trim. It is the only color that comes on the SX-Prestige trim. I actually like it. As for the interior... it is black (though t he headliner is the lighter cream color). I also like the interior as well. I think I would have preferred the black headliner but we can't have everything, right? (If we could I would have certainly gotten power folding mirrors but that wasn't even an option in the US (it is an option in Europe as far as I can tell though)).
@@thefingerofgod69 thanks for the response Christopher I spoke to my dealer and he was telling me that the wait time for hybrid is 6-8 months and plug in hybrid is 8-10 months 🥲 I’m just concerned if I’d be getting a car at the end of last year if I place the order now….im just not sure if I should be getting hybrid or plug-in hybrid
Anyone else dealing with Kia dealerships’ price gouging? I understand it’s a sellers market, but these people are acting like they’re doing you a favor by showing you their vehicle Great review, btw!
@@PhuongLe-mz8uh It is good that we can report them for the mark up price on the KIA after selling survey, Hope more people will report their dealerships for mark up prices in their area as will.
3k mark up in Seattle, WA. Non-negotiable. The sportage we test drove (non-hybrid) was purchased while we were putting in a deposit for a hybrid prestige coming next week (original customer backed out of their this morning and we got a call to deposit; they had several other people lined up for a deposit if we declined, which we didn't.. we took the 3k markup hit to avoid waiting 6 months for a MSRP Hyundai Tucson with no markup)
I appreciate your in-depth walkthrough. We ordered a car with this exact spec, so it was nice to see what it will look like "in person" rather than just the online renderings. Now we wait 8-12 months...
I just got mine at MSRP and it is worth the wait. You are correct. In person point of view gives you a better idea of what you're getting. It is also a lot higher off of the ground than you would think.
We just put a deposit down. Wife liked the inside, I liked the power train, esp the reg auto. But the ext design surprised me. You can def see small design elements that are similar to Audi.
Literally looks nothing like an Audi u couldn’t pick anything more different looking 🤣. This is super weird and has that buggy look absolutely no Audi looks like this their all clean and simple designs, this is overly designed and down right ugly
@@Carfan678 First of all I said SMALL elements of design. Also I've had 3 Audi's over the last 5 years so you see subtle things after looking at one in your garage everyday. Last, Audi's designer went to Kia years ago and is now of their presidents. Maybe actually try to learn something about automotive design before trying to shit post.
@@Carfan678 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I think it is cool looking and so do allot of people. It is bold and different in a sea of boring small SUV’s
@@tommytfaa We just picked ours up today. EX awd, 34.8 combined going from Fairfax va to va beach. traffic, side streets, stop and go etc. Also the switch from ev to gas is seamless. Super impressed.
@@keriddunk1520 for the EV6 yes and my wife will get the 5k on the state level for her Sportage her in CT. The federal is gone. We did not buy it for the tax credit reason though so doesn't bother us. We bought it because it helps up save a huge amount of money and we have a 14kw solar system that juicebox has set up to charge with solar and battery.
I'm so torn between this or just wait and see what the 2023 RAV4 prime will look like. I feel like this has alot more tech but the RAV4 has a better Powertrain.
@@agger838 probably. I always try to keep my cars as long as I can. I take really good care of them. So they last me a while. Have a 2010 Camaro SS with 236,000 never had any engine problems. I have a 2020 Nissan Sentra SV that i want to trade in for that Kia Sportage phev
I appreciate the kinds of reviews you do here, but the only time we actually see more than about 5% of the car... you're in the way. I'd encourage you to also take a minute to show what the car looks like. I wanted to send my wife a video where she could see how the hybrid looks in this color but it's all closeups.
Maybe you and I didn't watch the same video but he clearly shows a front view 1:11, side view 2:12 and rear view 2:59. Either you're blind, didn't watch the video or just like to complain. I could clearly see what the color and vehicle look like from what he shows.
Hi I'm also living in SLC, Utah I hope you could make a review in Kia Sportage youre experience driving it in snow. Really love this car. And does it has a feature like wireless connection for music?
Thanks for the video is this a lot smaller then thr telluride? Is the inside color red or rust? Is this a lot smaller then the telluride? How would you say this compares to the Audi Q5 performance and size. My Q5 is a little small for me always drove SUV. I am a 74 year old widow and l love the Telluride but in Colorado they are jacked up $10k. My last car was an Infinity Q6 liked it’s size the Q5 just seems to small. I have driven a Q7 is this
Should I be worried with this if i drive 17k miles a year ona verage and drive on snow? concerns me if it can make it to 200k miles. Want this long term
@@amonslow yeah....I'm driving a 21 kia Sorento (POS) and sadly I can say this has been an absolutely HORRIBLE experience with this dealer. This is my second Kia from them and they treated me like a king on that Niro but that was pre COVID. Im talking....I haven't even heard one word or text from my service advisor. I've had to call and ask if anyone had a freakin clue. All I heard was that Kia was working with them to fix it. Giving them the benefit of the doubt I think the dealership is VERY short handed due to this MIA workforce. I dunno but I don't want the Sorento anymore.
Sorry to hear that. I have a deposit on a camry hybrid but I'm kinda intrigued by the kia/hyundai brand because of the features and big warranty. Warranty is no good if they don't take care of you.
@@amonslow I suspect the breakdown is supply chain related. I'm not sure but my past experience with Kia was absolutely amazing. I don't think you will go wrong on either car.
That red is ughhh! I have the same gravity grey in the EX Hybrid. I couldn't justify the extra $7k (in Canada) for a few extra nice to have features that I will probably never use or wont miss not having them.
We seriously need more KIA haters, there is no goddam inventory for 2023 sportage hybrid. People found out KIA went all out with 2023 hybrid powertrain and now the dealerships are literally auctioning these things off. Honda CRV hybrid being a let down with CVT engine didn't help with inventory situation at all.😡🤬
How can you not compare it to Hyundai tucson hybrid. You only mentioned rav4 and crv as its competitors. These both have turbo engines with nice torque. I wanted your view between both these korean makes vs rav4 or crv. Cmon
I have a white 2007 Kia Sportage EX. It's been a great vehicle for me and it still runs well. I bought it new, have had it for 15 years now, and it's in great condition. I just sold it to the first person who looked at it, and am getting another Kia Sportage 2023 X Line or SX. I hope I will have the same good luck with my new one. Definitely shop around. One dealer tried to charge me $6500 more for the exact same vehicle with the exact same package. This same dealership told me I had to finance through them or they wouldn't sell me a car. Sad, because it's the same dealership that I purchased the Kia I have now from. They obviously don't value their known customers to pull that. They suddenly changed their mind and said I could finance on my own, after I told them I wouldn't purchase from them unless I could. When I told them I got a much better price elsewhere, they said they could come down $1000. Needless to say, I went with another dealership who didn't play shady games. I got an entended wrap around warranty and still saved over $5000.😊
Rav 4 and CRV are way overpriced and not as interesting looking. Not to mention the warranty and materials used in the KIA. I drove them all and it was a no brainer to go for the KIA Sportage Hybrid.
Test drove a non hybrid SX prestige yesterday. Dealer said hybrids are non-existent in TX. Non-hybrid definitely was slow--def. needs the hybrid motor, and mpg isn't too hot. Dealer had a 7.5k markup lol on the non-hybrid and said they put 10k markup on hybrids lol. I'm not paying 50k for a kia compact SUV. Hoping the market gets better. If not, I'm literally driving my existing cars into the ground, Cuba style.
Great honesty
Picked my "Vesta Blue" hybrid SX-Prestigue up on Friday. So far I love it! The color was so much better when I saw it in person.
Excited for you! Did u get the pretty white/navy interior? I ordered that combo in the ex premium hybrid…. Hope to get it before the year ends lol! Congrats on ur new car!
@@michelepeck536 Unfortunatly that color combo doesn’t come with that trim. I got the black interior. I think it was the only option with the vesta blue. That said, I love the combo. Very happy I got it. I think you are going to be happy as a clam too! Good luck!
Hey congrats the 🎉 new car
How long it took for the delivery to complete since you placed the order ?!
Also - did you get black sealing and side pillers also black with Vesta blue exterior color?
@@desivlogs5612 I think it took about two months. Can't remember exactly. But it came just in time as I ordered the car so I could make a trip. As for the color... I think you are asking about the trim that goes around the pillars of the car, right? If so then yes, I got the dark trim. It is the only color that comes on the SX-Prestige trim. I actually like it. As for the interior... it is black (though t he headliner is the lighter cream color). I also like the interior as well. I think I would have preferred the black headliner but we can't have everything, right? (If we could I would have certainly gotten power folding mirrors but that wasn't even an option in the US (it is an option in Europe as far as I can tell though)).
@@thefingerofgod69 thanks for the response Christopher
I spoke to my dealer and he was telling me that the wait time for hybrid is 6-8 months and plug in hybrid is 8-10 months 🥲
I’m just concerned if I’d be getting a car at the end of last year if I place the order now….im just not sure if I should be getting hybrid or plug-in hybrid
Anyone else dealing with Kia dealerships’ price gouging? I understand it’s a sellers market, but these people are acting like they’re doing you a favor by showing you their vehicle
Great review, btw!
New Kia in Alaska is going 6k-10k over price and Toyota on the type of new car you get
@@onhylde6086 report that to KIA, I got mine and in the after selling survey, they even ask if there was any mark up on price 👍
@@PhuongLe-mz8uh It is good that we can report them for the mark up price on the KIA after selling survey, Hope more people will report their dealerships for mark up prices in their area as will.
3k mark up in Seattle, WA. Non-negotiable. The sportage we test drove (non-hybrid) was purchased while we were putting in a deposit for a hybrid prestige coming next week (original customer backed out of their this morning and we got a call to deposit; they had several other people lined up for a deposit if we declined, which we didn't.. we took the 3k markup hit to avoid waiting 6 months for a MSRP Hyundai Tucson with no markup)
just picked ours up, 995 markup. 37k including tax otd for hybrid ex with sunroof. Northern VA
I appreciate your in-depth walkthrough. We ordered a car with this exact spec, so it was nice to see what it will look like "in person" rather than just the online renderings. Now we wait 8-12 months...
Do you pay at order or when it arrives?
Upon arrival. Still waiting on a 8-12 lead time.
I just got mine at MSRP and it is worth the wait. You are correct. In person point of view gives you a better idea of what you're getting. It is also a lot higher off of the ground than you would think.
Hey did you receive your order. I’m looking to get one soon.
Just got this same one today fully loaded and I love it!!!
Bought this exact model, pretty happy so far. Huge markup from the dealership but got it down to 4k, they wanted 10k locally and 7.5k in LA
Greedy bastards
I was able to find one in LA county for 4k markup also with 10k in addin features but they just waived that off
4k markup is still freaking insane.
I'd fly elsewhere to buy one with no markup...
Its good canadian dealership doesn't do that....across the board..not that i know of so far
Thanks for your review of this 2023 Kia Sportage. It made me more confident to have this one soon !!! 👍😉
The quality of Kia Motors is very good. My 2004 Sportage proved it. 👍
Ty for your comment! Glad to hear!
Good video, I have the 2021 Kia Sportage SX Turbo and I can each every advantage to owning this hybrid so much more clearly through your presentation!
Great car, and as much as I like edgy styling, that front end is literally as busy as the back of the last type r civic
We just put a deposit down. Wife liked the inside, I liked the power train, esp the reg auto. But the ext design surprised me. You can def see small design elements that are similar to Audi.
Literally looks nothing like an Audi u couldn’t pick anything more different looking 🤣. This is super weird and has that buggy look absolutely no Audi looks like this their all clean and simple designs, this is overly designed and down right ugly
@@Carfan678 First of all I said SMALL elements of design. Also I've had 3 Audi's over the last 5 years so you see subtle things after looking at one in your garage everyday. Last, Audi's designer went to Kia years ago and is now of their presidents. Maybe actually try to learn something about automotive design before trying to shit post.
@@Carfan678 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I think it is cool looking and so do allot of people. It is bold and different in a sea of boring small SUV’s
I liked it.... saw another review stating real world magazine at 30mpg.... 38 epa? I mean 34 35 maybe but 30 sucks
@@tommytfaa We just picked ours up today. EX awd, 34.8 combined going from Fairfax va to va beach. traffic, side streets, stop and go etc. Also the switch from ev to gas is seamless. Super impressed.
Love my 2023 sportage! Better than all the cars in its class for sure!!!
Red is my favorite color, however having that color inside a car for the seats & trim is a no go…
Why is the red seats a no go ?
Thanks for the walk through! going to test drive one tomorrow
Watching this makes me want that Sportage so bad
Just bought this in black without seeing it. $4k markup in LA. Shipping it to NorCal in a few days.
Just bought the sportage phev and absolutely love it. It goes with our ev6 fe
Would you get the tax credit?
@@keriddunk1520 for the EV6 yes and my wife will get the 5k on the state level for her Sportage her in CT. The federal is gone. We did not buy it for the tax credit reason though so doesn't bother us. We bought it because it helps up save a huge amount of money and we have a 14kw solar system that juicebox has set up to charge with solar and battery.
The overengineered cup holder got me lmaoo, I actually really like it as my mug now fits
How do the hybrids do in colder climates????
Wife and I just put a deposit on a SX, can't wait
I'm getting this car.
I think Kia and Hyundai are only warrantying hybrid parts for 3 years on certain models. Reply back if I'm wrong
Hi Ben, how does this compare to the 2023 RAV4 Limited Hybrid?
I want this car so bad but refuse to pay any markups!
Me too
I'm so torn between this or just wait and see what the 2023 RAV4 prime will look like. I feel like this has alot more tech but the RAV4 has a better Powertrain.
I'm having the same debate
Toyota is always way behind on tech. Their hybrids are tried and true though. Do you plan on keeping the Kia past 100k/10yrs?
@@agger838 probably. I always try to keep my cars as long as I can. I take really good care of them. So they last me a while. Have a 2010 Camaro SS with 236,000 never had any engine problems. I have a 2020 Nissan Sentra SV that i want to trade in for that Kia Sportage phev
@@christopherarista8437 I'd wait then. Buy in December-february. I bet things will be better for a buyer then
@@agger838 so should I get a rav 4 prime or Sportage PHEV
I love my X-Pro.
Have you reviewed the 2023 crv and compared. Heard there is going to be more power and upgrades. Like to see comparison
The new Honda CR-V is not out yet…
I appreciate the kinds of reviews you do here, but the only time we actually see more than about 5% of the car... you're in the way. I'd encourage you to also take a minute to show what the car looks like. I wanted to send my wife a video where she could see how the hybrid looks in this color but it's all closeups.
Maybe you and I didn't watch the same video but he clearly shows a front view 1:11, side view 2:12 and rear view 2:59. Either you're blind, didn't watch the video or just like to complain. I could clearly see what the color and vehicle look like from what he shows.
I wish the black across the back was red light all the way across. That car did have the smart power lift gate, correct?
Thank you Ben!
Love it well done 🎉
Good review but I need a Dramamine watching your videos, ugh…. Slow down the camera movement plz. Excited to get the one I ordered!
Hi there ! Does this model has ambient lighting?
Where are y’all getting the cars?
So disappointed the Canadian SX version has heated rear seats...
The Canadian version is also called a Sportāhshe. At least, that’s how they say it.
Hey Ben when you use the power lift gate is there a clicking noise like a plastic clicking noise when opening and closing it ?
Hi Ben I’m looking to buy this one through your help
I hate CVT on CRV
You skipped over the rear seat USB ports.
Hi I'm also living in SLC, Utah I hope you could make a review in Kia Sportage youre experience driving it in snow. Really love this car. And does it has a feature like wireless connection for music?
The EXand SX does not. Only wireless charging. So you ja e to plug it in for Amdroid Auto play and Apple.
That key fob looks like a vape pen, lol
I wish I had this car
Thanks for the video is this a lot smaller then thr telluride? Is the inside color red or rust? Is this a lot smaller then the telluride? How would you say this compares to the Audi Q5 performance and size. My Q5 is a little small for me always drove SUV. I am a 74 year old widow and l love the Telluride but in Colorado they are jacked up $10k. My last car was an Infinity Q6 liked it’s size the Q5 just seems to small. I have driven a Q7 is this
Should I be worried with this if i drive 17k miles a year ona verage and drive on snow? concerns me if it can make it to 200k miles. Want this long term
Harmon sound system Omg. So much better than Bose!!
I couldn’t disagree more. I have the Harmon and I’m not impressed with the sound.
But what are the negatives? 😕
what hybrid model features apple car play?
which trim is the one that you reviewed?
what color is this? you didnt say in the video
Can't wait for my turbo no mark up 😁
which exterior color is this? i've been seeing a lot of shadow matte gray, but this isn't it!
I bought a 22 Sorento hybrid s 3 payments ago....4500 miles and it stopped working (may 25). Still in the shop, Kia in Korea is baffled, I'm pissed.
Just curious how they handled it. I know it's under warranty but did they give you a loaner car?
@@amonslow yeah....I'm driving a 21 kia Sorento (POS) and sadly I can say this has been an absolutely HORRIBLE experience with this dealer. This is my second Kia from them and they treated me like a king on that Niro but that was pre COVID. Im talking....I haven't even heard one word or text from my service advisor. I've had to call and ask if anyone had a freakin clue. All I heard was that Kia was working with them to fix it. Giving them the benefit of the doubt I think the dealership is VERY short handed due to this MIA workforce. I dunno but I don't want the Sorento anymore.
Sorry to hear that. I have a deposit on a camry hybrid but I'm kinda intrigued by the kia/hyundai brand because of the features and big warranty. Warranty is no good if they don't take care of you.
@@amonslow I suspect the breakdown is supply chain related. I'm not sure but my past experience with Kia was absolutely amazing. I don't think you will go wrong on either car.
Pennsylvania gas 5 bucks going up is there a government discount for hybrid or should I quit my paycheck to paycheck job
Quit
The big question is how will the quality hold up over some years? Only time will tell.
Well it does give you 5 years/60k bumper to bumper warranty.
Kia and Hyundai are recalling over 500 000 veh with engines catching fire so 🤷♂️
@@yoecardoza2764 hehe
@@yoecardoza2764 Yep, keeping my 2018 RAV for a looong time.
The quality of Kia Motors is very good. My 2004 Sportage proved it.
Can you use the paddle shifters at any time, or do you need to put it into a manual mode using the shift knob or something?
anytime
@@PhuongLe-mz8uh Thank you.
That red is ughhh! I have the same gravity grey in the EX Hybrid. I couldn't justify the extra $7k (in Canada) for a few extra nice to have features that I will probably never use or wont miss not having them.
Literally none on any Kia lots where i live
Same in LA. People are paying 10k over and outbidding each other.
Is this better than the Hyundai Tucson hybrid limited
We seriously need more KIA haters, there is no goddam inventory for 2023 sportage hybrid.
People found out KIA went all out with 2023 hybrid powertrain and now the dealerships are literally auctioning these things off. Honda CRV hybrid being a let down with CVT engine didn't help with inventory situation at all.😡🤬
what is that color called?
Gravity Gray
No EV button?
It seems very quiet inside..
I want wireless Carplay, KIA fix it! On the top end models. Please.
Is there legit no wireless capability on this model?
@@hyderalmosawy the one I ordered says it does.
@@Jesse-xu6wx But you can connect to general bluetooth to play audio from your phone right? Apple carplay is what is wired?
What’s going on with that rear middle fold down cup holder? Does it not stop at 90 degrees? Seems like an odd miss for a premium package.
How can you not compare it to Hyundai tucson hybrid. You only mentioned rav4 and crv as its competitors. These both have turbo engines with nice torque. I wanted your view between both these korean makes vs rav4 or crv. Cmon
Because they are basically the same - same power train and battery, same infotainment, just cosmetics are different. What is there to compare..
It is not worth it when you have to get the dealer anywhere from 5:00 to $7,000 just to buy one forget it
It's cheaper because it will start falling apart by year 7-8 while the Rav4 would last for 15-20 years (Ex Kia owner).
Rav4 are garbage
Ex Toyota RAV4 Owner (lots of problems) and getting the KIA.
I’ll post in a few years
I don't think I'm gonna keep my car that long. What year is it?
I have a white 2007 Kia Sportage EX. It's been a great vehicle for me and it still runs well. I bought it new, have had it for 15 years now, and it's in great condition. I just sold it to the first person who looked at it, and am getting another Kia Sportage 2023 X Line or SX. I hope I will have the same good luck with my new one. Definitely shop around. One dealer tried to charge me $6500 more for the exact same vehicle with the exact same package. This same dealership told me I had to finance through them or they wouldn't sell me a car. Sad, because it's the same dealership that I purchased the Kia I have now from. They obviously don't value their known customers to pull that. They suddenly changed their mind and said I could finance on my own, after I told them I wouldn't purchase from them unless I could. When I told them I got a much better price elsewhere, they said they could come down $1000. Needless to say, I went with another dealership who didn't play shady games. I got an entended wrap around warranty and still saved over $5000.😊
Speed .75x
Whenever a dealership allows a review, the reviewer always seems biased. This review isnt any different.
hello
i am interested to buy this vehicle.
i live in TX. Do you ship the car here?
please let me know?
thank you
You can pay to have it shipped to you. The dealer will sell it to you, but they aren't going to pay to ship it to you.
Does the engine still catch on fire?
san jose KIA add $5000 more
I love this car!
Rav 4 and CRV are way overpriced and not as interesting looking. Not to mention the warranty and materials used in the KIA. I drove them all and it was a no brainer to go for the KIA Sportage Hybrid.
I love everything about this car except apple and android auto.
New body style look a lil uhhhhh like the Hyundai Tucson.
It does
There brother sis company’s the big boys give them a frame and motor and the brand make they own look.. that’s why they similar
I can't afford it sory - WW
Kia sportage hybrid awesome SUV you can take your girlfriend on a date
Boring review
Nope!!!!!!!!
No hybrid for me. Gas only.