2022
Kia Sportage

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Available trims

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  • LX FWD
    Starts at
    $24,090
    23 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • LX AWD
    Starts at
    $25,590
    22 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Nightfall FWD
    Starts at
    $28,090
    23 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • EX FWD
    Starts at
    $28,390
    23 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Nightfall AWD
    Starts at
    $29,790
    22 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • EX AWD
    Starts at
    $29,890
    22 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SX Turbo FWD
    Starts at
    $33,750
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SX Turbo AWD
    Starts at
    $35,250
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat compact SUV
Choice of two four-cylinder engines
Front- or all-wheel drive
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay standard
Automatic emergency braking standard

The good & the bad

The good

Performance with turbo engine
Accurate steering with good feedback
Backseat comfort for adults
Enormous moonroof available

The bad

Hesitant acceleration from a standstill with AWD
Gas mileage trails competition
Stubby exterior shape

Expert 2022 Kia Sportage review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Cars.com Editors
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our expert's take

What Is the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The Kia Sportage is a compact SUV with room for five. It competes with models like the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester and Toyota RAV4. The Sportage is powered by a standard 181-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed automatic transmission. An optional turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder makes 240 hp in front-wheel-drive models, 237 hp with all-wheel drive.

What’s New on the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The Nightfall Edition has replaced the S trim level, but there are no other significant changes. A redesigned Sportage arrives for the 2023 model year.

What Features in the 2022 Kia Sportage Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Cloth upholstery
  • 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keep assist
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

  • 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels
  • Power-folding side mirrors
  • Panoramic moonroof
  • Leather-trimmed seats
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Navigation
  • Harman Kardon premium stereo
  • Wireless device charging
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop and go capability
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Sport-tuned suspension (SX Turbo)

Should I Buy the 2022 Kia Sportage?

By and large, the Sportage delivers a refined driving experience and has an inviting interior, with a backseat roomy enough for adults to ride comfortably. The touchscreen multimedia system is simple to use, but its gas mileage is subpar.

2022 Kia Sportage review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The Kia Sportage is a compact SUV with room for five. It competes with models like the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester and Toyota RAV4. The Sportage is powered by a standard 181-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed automatic transmission. An optional turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder makes 240 hp in front-wheel-drive models, 237 hp with all-wheel drive.

What’s New on the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The Nightfall Edition has replaced the S trim level, but there are no other significant changes. A redesigned Sportage arrives for the 2023 model year.

What Features in the 2022 Kia Sportage Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Cloth upholstery
  • 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keep assist
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

  • 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels
  • Power-folding side mirrors
  • Panoramic moonroof
  • Leather-trimmed seats
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Navigation
  • Harman Kardon premium stereo
  • Wireless device charging
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop and go capability
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Sport-tuned suspension (SX Turbo)

Should I Buy the 2022 Kia Sportage?

By and large, the Sportage delivers a refined driving experience and has an inviting interior, with a backseat roomy enough for adults to ride comfortably. The touchscreen multimedia system is simple to use, but its gas mileage is subpar.

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Safety review

Based on the 2022 Kia Sportage base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
15.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
15.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years or newer / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles
Dealer certification
165-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.8 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.8
Value 4.7
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.7

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Great value/performance

Style, comfort, safety and performance - great vehicle. Receive many compliments on the vehicle, but safety and performance are even more important. Great vehicle for the price.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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Love the Sportage

We have 11,000 miles on our 2022 Sportage and love absolutely everything about the vehicle. Everything from styling comfort, ride, is all excellent. Great value for the price.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The 2022 Kia Sportage is available in 4 trim levels:

  • EX (2 styles)
  • LX (2 styles)
  • Nightfall (2 styles)
  • SX Turbo (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The 2022 Kia Sportage offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2022 Kia Sportage?

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Is the 2022 Kia Sportage reliable?

The 2022 Kia Sportage has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2022 Kia Sportage owners.

Is the 2022 Kia Sportage a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2022 Kia Sportage. 77.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 4.7

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