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2022 Kia Sportage
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Review and specifications

2022 Kia Sportage

The redesigned Sportage is a stylish and mildly sporty choice among small SUVs. Most versions are equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, and the top-trim SX version sports a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. Both are mated to a smooth six-speed automatic transmission. Though a touch firm, the ride is composed and handling is responsive. Unlike the similar Hyundai Tucson, the Sportage benefits from the pairing of a larger engine and a conventional automatic transmission, which combine to give it smoother power delivery. The rear seat is roomy and the controls are easy to use, but visibility to the rear and side is difficult. The new Sportage scored a Good in the IIHS small-overlap crash test. The Sportage was freshened for 2020. Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, and lane keeping assistance are standard equipment across all trims. Blind spot warning and rear cross traffic warning are standard on all, except on the base trim, where those items are optional.

Market value
$18,088
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2022
Owner rating 3/5
Reliability 4/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Compact SUVs
Generation began
2017

Pricing

Current retail median
$18,088
Retail value range
$15,550 - $19,375
Original MSRP range
$24,090 - $35,250
Trade-in range
$13,110 - $18,000

Ratings

Road test score
78/100
Owner satisfaction
3/5
Would buy again
45%
Reliability
4/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
22 MPG
EPA highway
26 MPG
EPA combined
23 MPG
Tested city
16 MPG
Tested highway
32 MPG
Tested overall
23 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,690
Cruising range
380 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.5 sec
0-60 mph
9.6 sec
60-0 mph braking
128 ft
Avoidance speed
52.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
176 in
Width
73 in
Height
64 in
Wheelbase
105 in
Weight
3,485 lb
Maximum load
970 lb
Towing capacity
2,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
5.5 in
Front leg room
41.5 in
Rear head room
4.5 in
Rear leg room
28 in
Cargo volume
29.5 cu ft

Owner feedback

Comfort
2/5
Driving
2/5
Styling
3/5
Value
1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
5/10
Greenhouse gas score
5/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Kia

For almost any modern vehicle category, there’s a Kia that’s worth considering buying. Among small and midsized SUVs, models like the Sportage and Sorento rank near the top in their respective classes for their nice interiors, ride comfort, and appropriately powerful engines. SUVs like the Telluride have ride comfort, interior space, and overall value that earn it regular placement near the top of Consumer Reports’ ratings. Fuel economy across the brand is generally good, but hybrid and plug-in hybrid options are available for even more miles per gallon. Plug-in hybrid options have useful all-electric driving range. Kia EVs are generally competent, ranging from compact sedans up to a three-row SUV. Kia’s reliability scores have been improving, but other brands score higher in our rankings. Specific Kia models have earned our recommendation among used cars.

Vehicle ID: 22173 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: December 4, 2025

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