The Kia Sportage was initially introduced in 1993 when the manufacturer wasn't well-known. In 1998, it went through a big redesign, and one of the best-selling models in the UK was created. Its popularity grew massively with the launch of the third generation in 2010. Now in its fifth generation, the Kia Sportage continues to be popular with drivers who love its space, practicality and value for money.
3,906 Used Kia Sportage cars for sale
Kia Sportage2024 (24) - 1.6T GDi 157 48V ISG GT-Line 5dr DCT
25£29,819
Finance available £592 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
9.4K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Shelly Motors Kia
Kia Sportage2018 (18) - 1.6 GDi ISG 1 5DR SUV IN WHITE
21£7,995
Finance available £156 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
78.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- SUV
Kia Sportage2022 (22) - 1.6 GT-LINE ISG MHEV 5d 227 BHP 5-Door
20Reduced
£21,480
Finance available £421 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
27.3K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
Premier Cars
Kia Sportage2024 (24) - 1.6T GDi 157 48V ISG GT-Line 5dr DCT
14Reduced
£29,995
Finance available £596 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
3.6K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- SUV
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Kia Sportage2018 (68) - 1.6 T-GDi GT-Line S DCT AWD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
64Low Mileage
£16,325
Finance available £342 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
42.8K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- SUV
One 2 One Autos
Kia Sportage2016 - 2.0 Sportage KX-4 CRDi 4WD 5dr
80£8,445
Finance available £166 pm
- 2L
- Miles
108.3K
- Diesel
- Manual
- SUV
RallySport Automotive Limited
Kia Sportage2013 (63) - 1.7 CRDi EcoDynamics 3 SUV 5dr Diesel Manual 2WD Euro 5 (s/s) (114 bhp)
30Low Mileage
£6,999
Finance available £134 pm
- 1.7L
- Miles
84.5K
- Diesel
- Manual
- SUV
Motorplus Car Supermarket
Kia Sportage2018 (18) - 1.7 CRDi 3 SUV 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (114 bhp)
50Low Mileage
£12,695
Finance available £261 pm
- 1.7L
- Miles
48.6K
- Diesel
- Manual
- SUV
Leeds Motor Company (Commercial Road)
Kia Sportage2016 - 2.0 CRDi KX-2 5dr
2£7,995
Finance available £156 pm
- 2L
- Miles
99.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- SUV
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Trim
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Body Style
Engine Size
Fuel Type
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Colour
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Registration Year
Kia Sportage 2007Kia Sportage 2009Kia Sportage 2010Kia Sportage 2011Kia Sportage 2012Kia Sportage 2013Kia Sportage 2014Kia Sportage 2015Kia Sportage 2016Kia Sportage 2017Kia Sportage 2018Kia Sportage 2019
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Why buy a used Kia Sportage?
If you're in the market for an SUV that's great value but doesn't sacrifice standard features, then a used Kia Sportage is a great option. With a practical, spacious interior, large boot and well-equipped trim levels, the Sportage provides style and comfortable family transport.
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Pros
- Excellent standard equipment list
- Practical interior
- Most models are great value
Cons
- Rivals are more efficient
- Lack of safety equipment on entry-level trims
- Not as engaging to drive as the best in its class
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Used Kia Sportage buying guide
Engines and transmissions
The newest Sportage model offers both petrol and hybrid powertrain options. The petrol is available with a 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic transmission, but the hybrid only provides the latter. You can find used models with diesel powertrains, although the manufacturer no longer makes these.
Petrol- 1.6T-GDI produces 157bhp with a 9.8-second 0-62 mph time and a combined 44.1 mpg rating.
- Hybrid variant rated at 212bhp with an 8.4-second 0-62 mph time and a combined 51.4 mpg rating.
- PHEV increases output to 248bhp.
- All-wheel drive is available with both the hybrid and plug-in hybrid.
- 1.7-litre diesel powertrain offers 114bhp.
- 2.0-litres ranges between 134 -182bhp.
- 2018 facelift variant provides 114bhp from a 1.6-litre engine.
Practicality
The Kia Sportage is good for driving in the city or on the open road, with a spacious cabin and high-tech features to please every passenger.
Interior Space- Plenty of space in all five seats for adults.
- Reclining rear seatbacks make a more comfortable ride.
- ISOFIX points in rear seat can be tricky to access.
- Largest boot space in hybrid with 587 litres, or 1,776 litres with the back seat down.
- Petrol Sportage offers 562 litres behind the seat and 1,751 litres with it down.
- PHEV has the smallest boot at 540 litres, with 1,715 litres after the rear seats are folded.
Safety
- Euro NCAP awarded the Sportage a perfect five-star rating.
- Adult occupancy score is 87%, only slightly better than the child occupancy score of 86%.
- Standard safety kit includes adaptive cruise control and forward collision avoidance.
Technology
- Available 12.3-inch instrument panel is big and commanding.
- 12.3-inch infotainment system and navigation designed for superior connectivity.
- Smartphone compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
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Different generations of used Kia Sportage
Fifth Generation (2021 to 2021)
More than 25 years after the first Sportage, Kia gave it a massive upgrade, making it better in traffic and busy urban streets. Starting with the boomerang lighting integrated into the tiger-nosed grille, the new Sportage looks extremely modern and sophisticated.
In the cabin, there's a wider digital instrument panel and a larger infotainment centre for easy viewing. The transmission dial takes the shifter out of the equation and streamlines the interior. It's also easy to customise the look with black/metal wood trim, quilted interiors and sage green accents.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.6
- MPG:
- 40 - 252
- Acceleration:
- 7.7 - 11.7 seconds
- Boot space:
- 526 - 591 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.6T GDi PHEV 3 5dr Auto AWD
Cheapest
1.6T GDi ISG 2 5dr
Fastest
1.6T GDi HEV 3 5dr Auto
Fourth Generation (2016 to 2021)
Quality went up a further notch on the fourth-generation Sportage, and many more interior features were offered. A new look gave it an elegant appeal but retained its original sporty nature. High-mounted seats offered more legroom to rear passengers, and the available open glass roof created a whole new interior experience.
A 2018 refresh focused heavily on the exterior design with updated bumpers, new lamps and stylish alloy wheels in a variety of sizes. Kia also released a hybrid variant, giving buyers the ability to opt for a lower-emission vehicle.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.6 - 2
- MPG:
- 31 - 68
- Acceleration:
- 8.6 - 11.6 seconds
- Boot space:
- 439 - 503 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.6 GDi ISG 2 5dr
Cheapest
1.6 GDi 1 5dr
Fastest
1.6T GDi ISG JBL Black Edition 5dr DCT Auto
Third Generation (2010 to 2016)
Significant changes came with the third-generation Sportage as it moved away from being an off-road to more of an on-road vehicle. A 'tiger-nose' grille and headlight design were released with perfectly styled lines to make it stand out. The big boot space and room for five made it more desirable to families.
During a 2013 refresh, the Sportage was made to look even more powerful, with available Xenon headlights and big 18-inch wheels. In the cabin, all models received Bluetooth and high-tech equipment that kept the SUV up to date with the competition.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.6 - 2
- MPG:
- 34 - 55
- Acceleration:
- 9.4 - 11.9 seconds
- Boot space:
- 564 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.6 GDi 1 5dr
Cheapest
1.6 GDi 1 5dr
Fastest
2.0 CRDi KX-4 5dr
Used Kia Sportage FAQ's
Is the Kia Sportage a reliable car?
Yes, Kia puts a lot of pride into building reliable vehicles, which is why they all have class-leading warranty protection. Whether it's a new Sportage or a pre-owned model, it's built to last, especially with proper maintenance.
What are the selling points of the Kia Sportage?
The Kia Sportage offers a lot of high-tech equipment and efficient powertrains at a reasonable cost, making it one of the top-selling SUVs in the UK. It's worth buying a Sportage if you want to save some money and don't need high-end luxury touches.
Why is the Kia Sportage so affordable?
Kia is focused on offering well-specified trim levels and keeping things simple, providing good value for customers.
Is the Kia Sportage good for long-distance driving?
One of the hybrid Sportage models provides the best efficiency, allowing you to save money on longer drives. With a spacious cabin and a large boot, everyone will be comfortable on longer journeys.
Is the Kia Sportage comfortable?
Even though the Sportage is a lower-cost SUV, the ride is surprisingly quiet and comfortable. There's not a lot of engine or wind noise to speak of when out on the open road.
Are there both automatic and manual options with the Kia Sportage?
There are four transmission options to choose from when looking at a used Kia Sportage. There is either a 6-speed or an 8-speed automatic, as well as a 7-speed direct clutch transmission (DCT) option. The other one is a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Is the Sportage expensive to insure?
Entry-level Sportages with trim level 1 are commonly in insurance groups 11, 12 or 13, so they are reasonably cost-effective to insure for an SUV. A Sportage 2 can be as high as insurance group 22 depending on the size of the engine. A GT-Line S 2.0-litre CRDi Sportage sits in group 25, making it one of the most expensive Sportages to insure.
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