The handsome, capable 2019 Kia Sportage does many things well; gas mileage isn’t one of them.
Pros Distinctive styling Great ride and handling Optional turbo power Quality feel inside Stellar infotainment
Cons Lousy fuel economy Styling not for everyone So-so visibility Limited configurability
For 2019, the Sportage loses the previously available Technology package.Some features have been shuffled from optional to standard.
Pros Smooth ride quality Spacious seating front and rear Attractive dashboard layout with appealing features Quiet interior at highway speeds
Cons Relatively modest cargo capacity Fuel economy isn't as good as that of some top rivals
The 2019 Kia Sportage ranked #3 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Kia Sportage has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 20 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Spacious, upscale cabin Smooth ride and agile handling User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Subpar fuel economy Many rivals have more cargo space
Pros Handsome styling, decent EV driving range, smart infotainment tech.
Cons Disappointing road manners, powertrain runs out of steam at higher speeds, front seats could be more supportive.
Pros Composed handling Strong equipment list Easy-to-use controls
Cons Disappointing interior plastics Not the most practical in the class Not quite as refined as other premium rivals