2014 Kia Sportage Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 City / 24 -26 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
180 -260
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Fred A
Kia's are great cars at very competitive prices
I like the AWD and the comfort while driving...plus It's good on gas and has a decent amount of cargo room
accountCircle Matt H
Great drive, easy fix, good gas mileage, no major issue.
My Kia Sportage is great. The main reason I purchased a Kia is because all mechanics in my immediate area are able to work on it for a reasonable price. Also, I am only 30 min away from a Kia dealership. It gets good gas mileage, depending on how you drive. I have not had any major issues with it except I had to purchase new brakes and rotors. The previous owner did not take good care of them. I have driven to 4+ hour long trips and it is comfortable and able to handle longs trips easily. Also, the size is large enough to store plenty of things while at the same time not being extremely bulky and difficult to drive.
accountCircle Laurie A
It's great car for the price range. Very dependable
I love the purchase price. The quality. The overall reliability. The gas mileage and the room.
accountCircle Teresa M
Goes great in snow for a smaller size car.
I love everything about the car. It does really well in the snow. Really well. The only complaint I have is that the passenger side seat does not go up and down. It goes forward and back. We have had no issues with the car since we got it, new to us not new. It is a great car.
accountCircle Alex D
It is a very comfortable size for a mother to feel safe driving.
I like the Bluetooth in my car. I like the size comfort of my car. I love the safety size of my car.
accountCircle Mari T
My Kia Sportage is easy to drive, navigate, and it is very reliable.
My vehicle is a blue/green Kia Sportage, I love it. This car is my first car, my family bought it used at 80,000 miles, and it is the car I learned to drive on. The car is comfortable, easy to drive, and reliable. The Kia has a lot of room for my family, friends, and dogs!
accountCircle Kristen B
It is great for a family car.
I haven't had any issues with our vehicle, it is very roomy, has a lot of get up and go. The back is large enough to fit our giant jogging stroller which is a plus!!
accountCircle Brooke H
Fast, reliable and cost efficient!
I got it with a lot of miles already on it and I still have no problems. Basic tires and oil changes are all I have had to do. It is zippy, roomy and haas great gas mileage for an SUV! I have taken long road trips and it is a reliable car and comfy/sturdy seating.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Brenda Rogers
VISCOUS COUPLER AND REAREND FAILURE
NO VISCOUS COUPLER AND REAREND NEED REPLACING 100000 KM. VERY ROUGH BOUNCY SUSPENSION AND CAB SEALED POORLY WISH WE NEVER PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NOW WERE STRANDED ON LOW INCOME. NO WAY TO PAY FOR REPAIRS.
accountCircle Erinn H
I would probably just tell them that there isn't anything special about my car.
I find it to be very bulky for the size and generally uncomfortable to sit in. I also have a lot problems with the brakes.
accountCircle brittany M
Sportage is cheap and feels cheap.
The Sportage is not a smooth ride, it does not feel luxurious, but it does feels cheap. The tire pressure sensor barely works. Every time we have cold weather it shows low pressure warning. The gas mileage is fine and seems standard. The paint is not holding up well but I do live near the coast.
accountCircle Alexandra K
Chrome finishing on outside.
Electrical problems but other than that runs good. Would prefer leather seats. Plastic on outside hard to clean. Spacious inside that can fit multiple people. Neutral colors on the interior makes for a stylish design. Also I like the chrome finishes on the outside for the ex model.
accountCircle Emily L
Excellent bang for your buck. Affordable and economical for a family vehicle.
Sharp looking and speedy little ride. Would liked to have seen some sort of trim around the body to prevent door dings. Engine was replaced at 72k due to a recall, otherwise very mechanically sound. It does feel like the rear brakes are replaced more often than other vehicles that I have owned. Excellent gas mileage.
accountCircle Danielle M
The Bad aspects of owning a 2014 sportage.
It has had a few recalls that I have had to get fixed which was annoying. It has massive blind spots which makes driving long distances a pain.
accountCircle Liz Y
An interesting detail about the car is the automatic Bluetooth.
It is very comfortable. Spacious enough for a small family, and not too bulky for an SUV. Reliable with gas and is a great commuter car. You can connect your phone’s Bluetooth to the radio, and sync all of your contacts for handsfree calling as well as the music on your phone.
accountCircle Edward W
Wife loves it, and it is great on gas compared to others.
Perfectly adequate, it just feels lighter to me than it should. It works great, though. We went down to one car for a year to reduce carbon footprint and hers was better on gas, so that is what we are using. Plus it was already hers so she won regardless.

Kia Sportage Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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LX
180-182 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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EX
180-182 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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SX
260 HP 22-22 MPG 5 Seats
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2014 Kia Sportage Owner Reviews

4.41
164 Reviews
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5 stars 53%
4 stars 38%
3 stars 7%
2 stars 1%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Viktor on June 28, 2021
Problems with awd system
Idk where and who to ask...i have 2014 awd kia sportage that don't engage the rear differential it drives only on 2 front wheels...i changed the oil and have no idea what the problem could be...any advice on my email (removed PII) ,please help
accountCircle Toni L on June 13, 2021
Good minimalist car for working mom.
Some electrical issues with steering controls. Basic features, nothing fantasy. No mileage gas usage wish I had. Really reliable minimal issues. For 4 cylinder goes over mountains and passes really well. Pretty good gas mileage. I average around 22 mpg.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Tamela F.

Well I love my spoilage, it drives very nicely picks up speed quickly it is very roomy the back seats fold down so you can fit bigger items in the vehicle it does fairly well on gas. It drives well on wet roads and fairly well on snow covered roads.

likeFilled Alanna H.

Comfort, seat warmers, high off the ground, great speakers for loud music, there is a back windshield wiper which is amazing, Bluetooth in the car which is great, USB port hub so I can charge my phone, 2 lighter chargers with different voltage.

likeFilled Vegas C.

Great on gas, size isn't too bad, would like to have more nicer features and not be so plastic or fake inside. Maybe more trim choices and interior choices as well. I like the feel of driving it with my friends and being able to have long road trips.

likeFilled Dennjis Y.

All wheel drive is good, shift lock to low range is handy. Mileage could be better and seats could be more comfortable. Aside from that, I really have no complaints. It is a good, all-around car with some fun extras.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Tamela F.

I would say the cons of my Sportage would be that I thought it would do better in the snow than it currently handles and I wish the back up camera was a little more clear and as with most vehicles it is very expensive to repair.

dislikeFilled Alanna H.

The Bluetooth sometimes doesn't connect on the first try... I would have to turn the car all the way off before it connects properly. Sometimes the ac doesn't stay on the entire time I want it on but that's not the biggest problem.

dislikeFilled Vegas C.

Not big enough for all the baby gear, car seat, going on big Costco trips because everything is so big that the car can't hold all that storage. Needs better seats too, but it's comfy enough where I will keep the car for a few more years.

dislikeFilled Dennjis Y.

The biggest is the mileage. If that were tweaked a bit, that would be great. Second would be the seats. The seating angle is just not very comfortable. If that issue could be addressed, it would be a great little car.

Ranks #10 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2014 Kia Sportage has an average owner rating of 4.42 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 23 other Compact SUVs.

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2014 Land Rover LR4
4.73
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4.67
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2014 Kia Sportage
4.41

Ranks #7 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2014 Kia Sportage has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #7 of 23 other Compact SUVs.

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2014 Nissan Rogue
32 MPG
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2014 Subaru Forester
32 MPG
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2014 Kia Sportage
26 MPG

Is The 2014 Kia Sportage A Good Car?

This vehicle meets the needs of our family. We have had no issues with it. I'd recommend Kia and the Kia Sportage. Great value.
Robin T.
My Kia is a very good vehicle. I get 32 miles per gallon. Bumper to bumper 100,000 miles warranty. It drives smoothly and is very comfortable. It is very roomy. It is sleek and beautiful.
Rene P.
I enjoy my Kia Sportage. It is roomy enough to transport large items, but small enough to not have issues with parking in busy areas. Also, I get reasonably good gas mileage and have no issues with my... Read More
Emily B.
Yes although it does slightly use oil between oil changes and gas mileage is not as good as some SUV that are the same size but it is reliable, comfortable, and a great size for my family.
Beth W.
The vehicle overall is good, it is noisy on the road, has a few issues with noise in the seats rattle, latches. The engine had a recall on bad parts, but under a very good warranty
Donna S.

How Reliable Is The 2014 Kia Sportage?

Very reliable vehicle. No issues at all.We've had no issues I'd recommend this vehicle. We have been very pleased with all Kia vehicles.
Robin T.
According to the reviews, this vehicle is very reliable. I have only owned mine for 3 months and I haven't had any issues. Just got my first oil change and everything checks out. Nothing is going bad.... Read More
Rene P.
I think that my car is very reliable. In the 4 years that I have owned it, I have never had an issue with my Kia.
Emily B.
Uses some oil but other than that no problems. I am more than happy with the Kia. It is my second Kia that I have owned.
Betty Jo L.
Yes, the only issues are covered under a recall. It is with the engine and the transmission. The vehicle runs very well with ecoboost.
Sheila L.

Is The 2014 Kia Sportage A Good Value?

Kids are great vehicles of good value. I have owned 2 and have no problem. Just maintain general maintenance.
Robin T.
I paid $15,000 for my Kia and I felt I got a really good deal. My Kia was a pre owned with 52,000 on it when I purchased it.
Rene P.
I purchased this vehicle used (previously owned for 1 year prior), at the cost of around 19,000. So far, I think that this is a reasonable price for the car.
Emily B.
I paid the price of 16,000 used when I bought this vehicle. The value is fair, but for the vehicle, I would not buy again. For the same price I believe there are better vehicles out there
Andrew P.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do i perform the 2014 Kia Sportage tire pressure light reset?

Answer: To reset the tire light on a 2014 Kia Sportage You will need to first go around the car and make sure that You have inflated all of the tires to match the specifications located in the driver's door. Once all...

2014 Kia Sportage: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The type of oil that is needed for the 2014 Kia Sportage iS5W-30 or 5W-40 in all temperatures for the 2.0 L 4Cylinder and SAE 5W-20 Synthetic for the 2.4 L 4Cylinder engine. The capacity for the Sportage iS4.9...

Does Kia Sportage 2014 have isofix?

Answer: The Kia Sportage 2014 does not have isofixAs an options. This is a child care system so if You are not a child owner then You are fine.

What kind of oil does the 2014 Kia Sportage take?

Answer: The kind of oil the 2014 Kia Sportage takes iS5w-20. Your oil needs to be replaced eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't replace it, there will be issues with the engine....
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Safety & Reliability

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