New Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage is Kia’s best-selling compact SUV, seating five and offered three ways: a value-priced gas model, a fuel-sipping hybrid that returns up to about 42 mpg, and a plug-in hybrid. Gas models start around $28,000 and are built right here in West Point, Georgia. Here is what to know before you buy one at ALM Kia South.
Sportage at a glance
- Class
- Compact SUV
- Seating
- Up to 5 passengers
- Engines
- 2.5L gas (187 hp); 1.6L turbo hybrid (about 232 hp); plug-in hybrid (about 268 hp)
- Fuel economy
- Up to about 28 mpg combined (gas); up to about 42 mpg combined (hybrid)
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel drive standard, all-wheel drive available
- Starting MSRP
- About $28,000 (gas); about $30,290 (hybrid)
- Max towing
- Up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped
- Warranty
- 10-year / 100,000-mile limited powertrain; 5-year / 60,000-mile basic
- Built in
- West Point, Georgia (gas); Gwangju, Korea (hybrid)
Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.
Gas, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid
One of the Sportage’s biggest strengths is choice. The gas model keeps the price low, the hybrid returns up to about 42 mpg combined, and the plug-in hybrid adds electric-only driving for short trips. Rugged X-Line and X-Pro variants add all-wheel drive and a more capable look for buyers who want it.
Top reasons drivers choose the Sportage
Hybrid efficiency
The Sportage Hybrid returns up to about 42 mpg combined, and the plug-in hybrid adds electric-only range for daily commutes around Union City and south Atlanta.
Room to spare
With up to 74.1 cubic feet of cargo space and a roomy back seat, the compact Sportage carries more than its size suggests, making it an easy daily driver and weekend hauler.
Georgia-built value
Gas Sportage models are assembled in West Point, Georgia, start around $28,000, and are backed by Kia’s 10-year / 100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty.
Kia Sportage FAQ
Is the Kia Sportage a good car?
Yes. The Sportage is one of the most popular compact SUVs on the market thanks to its roomy interior, strong value, long warranty, and a lineup that includes efficient hybrid and plug-in hybrid options. It consistently ranks well for features and space in its class.
Is the Kia Sportage reliable?
The Sportage has a solid reliability reputation and is backed by Kia’s 10-year / 100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. Keeping up with routine maintenance is the biggest factor in long-term dependability, and our Kia service team can help.
Does the Kia Sportage come in a hybrid?
Yes. The Sportage is offered as a gas model, a hybrid returning up to about 42 mpg combined, and a plug-in hybrid with electric-only driving for shorter trips.
Is the Kia Sportage all-wheel drive?
Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is available across the lineup. The X-Line and X-Pro trims add all-wheel drive along with rugged styling.
How many seats does the Kia Sportage have?
The Sportage seats up to five passengers across two rows, with a roomy back seat and generous cargo space behind it.
Where is the Kia Sportage made?
It depends on the powertrain. Gas Sportage models are assembled in West Point, Georgia, while hybrid models are built at Kia’s plant in Gwangju, Korea.
How much is a new Kia Sportage?
The gas Sportage starts at about $28,000 and the hybrid at about $30,290, before taxes and fees. Final pricing depends on trim and options, so contact us for current numbers.
