Is a Kia Sportage a Good Family SUV?

Kia Sportage has been in production since 1993 by a South Korean manufacturer KIA. Initially, it was categorized among the compact SUV class, but currently, it is categorized among the compact crossover SUV class. Kia added it to this category in 2004.

There have been five generations of KIA Sportage launched from 1993 to 2022. Gradually going from the first generation, the company made many interior and exterior changes in the car till 5th generation. Kia also focused on the performance factor to stand against the competitors and meet the customer's demands. 

Is Kia Sportage a good family SUV?

Kia Sportage is recommended by most people to be used as a family car because it has proven itself to be a perfect mid-sized family SUV. The car is easy to drive and negotiate tight parking spaces. Regarding safety, ANCAP gave five stars rating to this SUV in 2016.

• The media system and navigation is user friendly and easy to use, and most consumers prefer it.
• The car has both Android and Apple CarPlay in it. Hence, making it easier for everyone around.
• The rear-view camera also provides a clear image and makes it easier for any driver to control the car efficiently. You can quickly turn the sensors off in the central console. 
• The family-friendly feature of controlling the navigation guidance voice with the help of volume controlling knobs/buttons and screen controls is available in this SUV.
• One of the most practical and high-on-demand features this car includes is that you can control the spots in the car where you want to have the sound so that some sleeping person or baby cannot get disturbed. 
• This mid-sized SUV has space for three child seats in the back, which is a good space for such an SUV. The two outer seats have ISO Fix points, and all three seatbacks have top tether anchorages.
• For a medium-sized SUV, the legroom is good; in front of a rear-facing child seat, fitting a 170cm driver is possible, and in front of a forward-facing child seat, a 184cm driver can fit easily.
• All sizes of strollers and prams can get fir in the boot space along with some shopping bags. You can fit a twin stroller along with three standard-sized shopping bags in the boot of this mid-sized, family-driven SUV, and it's pretty practical for daily family usage. 
• If we talk only about the shopping bags, it can fit 13 standard-sized shopping bags competing with the competitors.
• The interior storage is all user-friendly as the car includes 2 cup holders both in the front and back. The car includes a wireless charging feature for the phones along with the USB facility and 12V sockets.
• The internal storage spots, including the door bins, glove boxes, and the central console, are as practical as they should be for a family car. 

  Trim levels of KIA Sportage

The KIA Sportage 2022 is available in 4 trims. All four trims have different features to meet the demands and needs of different customers. The main feature common in all variants is the availability of Dynamax Full-time AWD system with locking center differential. This system provides extra traction in snow or rainy situations. So if you are looking for the KIA Sportage, critical features for all four trims are mentioned below. Please go through them and choose what suits you best. 

• SPORTAGE LX

Sportage LX is an entry-level trim and contains

1. 2.4L 4 cylinder engine.
2. 181 horsepower & 175 lb-ft torque.
3. 6-speed Automatic transmission
4. Alloy wheels of 17 inches
5. The estimated mileage is 23MPG in the city and 30MPG on highways.
6. You can choose the drive mode per your demand from the Normal, Eco, and Sports modes. 
7. The trim also comes with safety features, including a Forward collision avoidance assist, which detects pedestrians. You'll also enjoy Lane keeping assist and Lane departure warning, Driver attention warning, Hill-start Assist Control, and Downhill Brake Control. 
8. Satisfaction with your infotainment is also available even in this base trim. The centrally located 8 inches touch screen makes it much easier and more fun. 
9. A Voice recognition system is also available and makes controlling much easier and more luxurious. 

• SPORTAGE Nightfall Edition

             Sportage Nightfall edition contains more impressive safety features than the basic trim Sportage LX. It contains

1. Standard Blind spot collision warning system monitors the blind spots and keeps the driver alert about approaching vehicles. 
2. The rear cross-traffic collision warning system alerts the driver audibly when it detects some vehicle coming from the side. 
3. The trim also has a leathered sporty steering wheel to give the driver a better feel and experience while driving the KIA. The steering wheel also contains pedal shifters. 
4. This trim has alloy sport pedals to enhance the sporty feel, and the driver feels the athletic atmosphere. 
5. Roof rails in Black color
6. Outside mirrors can be power folded.
7. Alloy wheels of 18 inches finished in dark grey color. 
8. The steering wheel is a flat bottom.
9. Syntex's seating material
10. Enjoy a panoramic sunroof with power shades.
11. The driver's seat can be power-adjusted in 10 ways and two ways for power lumbar support. 

• SPORTAGE EX Trim

             We have reached the third available trim, a more comfortable environment for passengers and drivers. 

1. The front seats are heated, and upon activation of the system, the seats become cozy, thus making it more convenient for the driver and front passenger to enjoy their bedroom-like atmosphere. 
2. Heated front seats while the seating material is of Syntex. 
3. USB port facility is available in the rear also. 
4. Automatic dual-zone climate controlling system
5. Immobilizer & smart key along with immobilizer
6. The gear shift knob is wrapped in leather. 
7. The stunning black & chrome grilles on the exterior and even the door handles beautify the vehicle. 
8. When you approach the vehicle with the smart key in your pocket, the intelligent welcome system unfolds the side mirrors, and side indicators also turn on. This welcome system also helps you find your vehicle quickly in fully occupied parking lots. 

• SPORTAGE SX TURBO Trim

             This trim is the top class among the Sportage lineup in the market and contains much more than the previous ones. The list containing some of the significant features is below:

1. This trim contains an upgraded turbocharged 2.0L, 4-cylinder engine producing horse-power of 240HP and the torque of 240 lb-ft. 
2. The mileage per gallon is reduced to 20MPG in the city and 28MPG on the highways compared to the base trim Sportage LX.
3. SMART Cruise control system with Stop & Go feature. 
4. The audio system of Harman Kardon supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 
5. The SX Turbo variant contains ventilated front seats that keep the front seats cool in summer when it's too hot outside the vehicle. This ventilation keeps the seats cool and dry. 
6. With this trim, you are offered to choose the interior of your choice. The options include black & gray leather seats and also you can choose the beige leather. 
7. Wireless phone charger facility 
8. Smart Power Liftgate
9. Eight inches screen and UVO link navigation. 

      

           Each of the four trims are available in all the below-mentioned colors so you can choose the one you want. 

1. Sparkling Silver
2. Steel Gray
3. Pacific Blue
4. Hyper Red
5. Black Cherry

Is KIA Sportage a reliable car?

KIA offered a substantial 7-year warranty for their products because they are confident about what they have made. You likely won't need to claim any issues with KIA's products. 

In the recent 2022 power driver survey (carbuyer, 2022), KIA Sportage achieved 6th among 75 other competitors. The top 10 cars lay between the overall rating of 93.31% to 90.97%, and KIA Sportage achieved a rating of 91.23%. Even though the variant under observation was an old variant, its fan following among the consumers helped it achieve 6th place in the reliability ranking.

The main reasons why consumers love their Sportage are that they like the practicality, space, interior cosmetic works and comfort, the exterior, electronics, infotainment, and connectivity.

The survey included 75 vehicles from 30 automotive manufacturers, and KIA stood number 3 out of the 30 manufacturers. This ranking also clarifies why most people around the globe prefer using KIA's vehicles. 

The overall reliability of KIA Sportage is high, and the people who own it are satisfied with their choice (Biscuit, 2020). (Power, 2020) JD Power gave 87 out of 100 ranking marks to Sportage because of the better reliability and quality. 

Sportage is ranked 79 out of 100 in case of resale value, and it's a satisfying good ranking. 

How much does a new KIA Sportage cost?

The pricing of any item increases with the increase in features, and that's obvious. Similar is the case with all 4 Sportage's trims available on the market. The prices gradually increase from the base trim LX to the top-of-the-line trim SX Turbo. The details of the pricing can be reviewed with any Ewald Kia team member.

Where can you find a new KIA Sportage near Milwaukee?

The best place near Milwaukee would be Ewald Kia of Oconomowoc. At Ewald Kia you can choose from all the trims available in all colors available in the market at the best possible prices. Our Kia dealership near you provides before and after-sales services, and our customer support always works for your ultimate satisfaction. 

The directions for reaching Ewald Kia are below.

Ewald KIA Of Oconomowoc

36883 East Wisconsin Ave.

 Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Choosing your KIA Sportage at Ewald KIA helps customers get great value for their money.

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Going through all the features of the Kia Sportage and comparing them with the available competitors, the Sportage was the best choice as it is practical for a family, bachelors, teens, and everyone else around. You can use this midsize SUV for sale as everything from a family car to a daily driver.

The recent surveys highlighted above have also proven that the people who own a Kia Sportage praise their Sportages because of its practicality and user-friendly features.

Knowing all the positive facts about the Kia Sportage, what’s holding you back from choosing it as your next car? Why waste your time searching for vehicles? Just go and grab the keys for your Sportage at Ewald KIA today.