2012 Kia Sportage Owner Satisfaction

Overall Owner Satisfaction

Consumer Reports’ Annual Owner Satisfaction Survey can improve the chances of finding a compatible car match. How? Our survey data reveals whether, all things considered, owners would buy the same car again. The answer to that question is what determines our owner-satisfaction rating, which is a powerful piece of intel because it predicts how well a particular model will satisfy other owners.

Overall Owner Satisfaction

Owner Satisfaction with:

Driving Experience

Includes acceleration and handling

What Owners Say

"too noisy ... in cab noise is unacceptable front window pillars are too wide and obstruct left and right road/pedestrian views I will look at another maker in the compact suv caregory next year"

Anonymous, ON (2012 Kia Sportage)

Comfort

Includes seats, climate control, noise, and ride

What Owners Say

"The ride is not nearly as smooth as our Outback. Feels more like a truck to me."

KEVIN S., NY (2012 Kia Sportage)

"Seats could be a little better comfort-wise, but not too bad."

Anonymous, MN (2012 Kia Sportage)

"Very Spacious front and back seats. My 6'4" brother could not believe that there wAS 3-4" of clearance above his head and lots of legs room. Rides really nice with a new set of Bridgestone Serenity Tires."

Anonymous, CA (2012 Kia Sportage)

"Seats could have a bit more control for comfort, i.e., pitch of bottom cushion. Sometimes hard to find a comfortable position for long-distance driving."

Anonymous, TX (2012 Kia Sportage)

"Too noisy on the highway. Wish passenger side had lumbar support and seat could b raised."

Anonymous, FL (2012 Kia Sportage)

"I love my Kia Sportage, but when I compare it to our other vehicle, the noise level while driving is considerably higher and the ride is bumpier. Great car for around town, but not usually the choice for longer trips."

MARY F., NY (2012 Kia Sportage)

Value

Did you get what you wanted relative to the price you paid?

What Owners Say

"I purchased the 2012 Kia Sportage LX which included useful elements such as cargo storage tray, cargo net, extra rubber tray for the back (useful for transporting wet, muddy items, plants, etc.); as well as height-adjustable seat and tilt & telescoping steering wheel. These items added little to the base price but much in convenience. I have found these elements, as well as the general quality, of the Sportage (reasonable powerful and responsive engine, comfortable for 4-5 people, fabric seats,"

MICHELLE R., CA (2012 Kia Sportage)

"My wife loves it"

HAROLD C., SC (2012 Kia Sportage)

"Car is noisy, very light feeling, small cargoe compartment, poor gas mileage compared to engine size."

PETER R., FL (2012 Kia Sportage)

"Bought it used and it really was a good value used. The false gas mileage claim by the company has cost me more than I was reimbursed."

JAMES M., KY (2012 Kia Sportage)

"None"

Anonymous, TX (2012 Kia Sportage)

Styling

How it looks inside and out

What Owners Say

"Rear window hard to see out of but stying is very good"

RICHARD S., KY (2012 Kia Sportage)

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