Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 -21 City / 25 -28 HWY
Horsepower
180 -260
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Magan S
Full sunroof, I absolutely love the 2 sunroofs.
4 years old. No problems at all beside the normal wear and tear: brakes, oil changes, tune-up. I absolutely love this SUV. It handles superbly, the inside (cabin) is not loud. The heat, defrost, and ac are great and powerful. Mine has the double sunroof and I absolutely love and enjoy it. Would buy a Kia again.
accountCircle Rachel M
I love the size of my sportage. It also does well with gas mileage.
This vehicle is safe and reliable. I am able to travel for work and leisure with this car without worrying about it breaking down. It also has great gas mileage for traveling.
accountCircle Alex B
Kia no auto lights & locked wheel.
Very comfortable seating and auto lock feature. One thing I do not like about the car is how it sometimes locks the steering wheel and sometimes has an alarm go off if you try to get out of the car when it is locked. Another thing is it does not have automatic lights.
accountCircle Laura A
This is a very reliable car for commuters. It is also fun to drive.
It is very reliable. I have had no problems with it at all and have driven it about 35,000 miles after purchasing it new at around 32,000. Have only had to change the oil and tires. Drives great.
accountCircle Devon C
The one most important thing about my car is that it is extremely dependable. I have never had a major issue with my car. Most people believe Kia's to be cheap but if that's the case I will take cheap any day because I have not had to put a lot of maintenance money into my car.
I love my vehicle!! It is dependable and reliable and I have had very few mechanical problems. This is my second Sportage and plan to get another one next, especially with whatever new features they have in the next year or so because they are worth it.
accountCircle Laura H
My kia is a sporty car. It is a small svu that was affordable and i love to drive
I like my kia very much. The only complaint that I would have is that there are a lot of blind spots
accountCircle Lynda S
It's the right size for a mom on the go. It is big enough to accommodate my family but small enough to get good gas mileage. It's also a safe car and would be excellent for a first time driver.
I like the fuel economy and the size of the vehicle. I like that mid size SUV feeling and like how high I can sit up in it. I do not like the way you have to pump a lever to raise the driver's seat.
accountCircle Carol M
Jeeps tend to have a lot of problems.
I like the fact that it is compact so feel comfortable driving it. I also like the all wheel drive aspect. The only thing that I do not like so much is that it has a few blind spots both in the front and when turning to look in the back while driving.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Midnight M
Key Won't retract. The locks automatically lock when you don't want them to.
Cheap not a lot of extras. Not a lot of room either. No places for tie downs. Should have bought a truck.
accountCircle LaDonna G
Improvements on the Kia Sportage.
The ac unit went out after 4 years(2019), it doesn't have a cup holder for passengers. There could be a bit more space in the front where driver and passenger are. The car is a 2015 Kia Sportage lx. I bought the car brand new, only had 30 miles. Should have more trunk space.
accountCircle Cathy S
I would say it is the fact it is for smaller bodies so a bit uncomfortable.
I like the value and price of the car and I also like the color. It is a fairly smooth ride and traction and pick up is not bad. I do not like that the seats and the seat belts are small for bigger people like myself. It makes it uncomfortable on long rides. There is also a blind spot in the car while driving.
accountCircle Jeanne B
Pros and cons of Kia Sportage.
The looks are like any other SUV,. It drives fine, but nothing different than any other vehicle that I have driven. The blind spot by windshield to side windows is bad, but better than a Chevy. The gas mileage is bad for a 4 cylinder, which surprised me after the first couple of months and I truly wanted to take it back and get my money back.
accountCircle Alison W
Not comfortable to drive in, but great on gas and roomy for traveling.
It's not comfortable to sleep in if going on road trips. Seats are hard to drive long distances. It's great on gas. Roomy enough to travel long distances with luggage. It's a good car for less money. But if you want comfort, not the car for you.
accountCircle Dana O
Affordable and great gas mileage for the budget conscious
It is an affordable vehicle that is great for small families.
accountCircle Jane P
It is not one of my top ten favorite cars I have ever owned.
I have only had my vehicle for 3 years and the battery has needed to be replaced. The design of the dashboard is less than idea because the top has light and dark colors and it reflects into the windshield and interfere with a clear view. The back seat seatbelt that attaches to the roof of the car constantly falls down and hangs...this is in the way of looking out the rear of the vehicle.
accountCircle Julie C
Interior is noisy while driving. The seats are very hard, especially on long trips. Gas mileage could be better.
You get what you pay for. Reliable but not the most comfortable.

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 24 MPG 5 Seats
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EX
180-182 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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SX
260 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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2015 Kia Sportage Owner Reviews

4.22
214 Reviews
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5 stars 46%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 12%
2 stars 1%
1 star 3%
accountCircle Melanie K on June 25, 2021
Comfort, and reliability. Love the ease of a 5 door when traveling.
My vehicle is very comfortable and drives like a dream. I love the style of my Sportage. My Kia has always been 100 percent reliable, I have had no major issues or repairs. I like to drive my Sportage when traveling, love the hatchback. The backseat easily folds down for extra room when needed.
accountCircle Tanya J on June 8, 2021
The perks of my Kia Sportage.
I really enjoy driving my Kia. The drive is smooth and very comfortable. My Kia has a really good amount of space. The trunk space is wide and roomy. I really like the backup screen feature also, it really does help to make sure nothing is in the way of you backing up. I like that my Kia is Bluetooth compatible, I can listen to the radio or play my playlist on my phone. My Kia also has 3 lighter plug ins and 2 USB ports.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Katie D.

Overall the care is great it drives great in the snow and ice. It is a reliable car and I have not had many issues with it. As far as cons I prefer to for the seat to be higher, and I would like to get better gas mileage.

likeFilled Bk W.

I love that I feel so safe in it and it has great tires. It sits up higher than you would sit in a car, so compared to my last vehicle, I feel so much safer. It also has comfortable seats and a strong air conditioning unit.

likeFilled Daniel S.

Compact SUV, cheap on gas. Drives easy on the road affordable mileages. Sturton road. Had issues with ac freon 2 times. And electrical issues with outlet fuse keeps burning out. Besides that everything works well.

likeFilled Angie H.

It looks good, it is comfortable and comfortably holds up to 5 people, it gets decent gas mileage for an SUV, there is plenty of space in the back area to put things, it is quiet and pretty smooth to drive.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Katie D.

Well, I do not like the seat height or the color of the vehicle. I would like better gas mileage. I would have to drive long distances for work and was hoping I would only need to fill up every other week.

dislikeFilled Bk W.

I do not know that I have too many cons. I think overall, it is just the fact that it uses more gas than my car did (although this is understandable.) Also it does not have a sunroof and I really like sunroofs!

dislikeFilled Daniel S.

Had freon from ac leak out 2 times. And a fuse for one of the outlets keeps burning out and I keeps replacing them. Besides that there are no issues with the car. It runs great. I would definitely recommend it.

dislikeFilled Angie H.

It has needed a few repairs, including I think it was the radiator (I cannot remember for sure!), the sound system is not great, especially trying to connect a device through Bluetooth, it does not have a backup camera, it does not have software that tells you what the air pressure is in your tires, or your oil life, there is not a sound when the gas is low, only a light.

Ranks #12 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2015 Kia Sportage has an average owner rating of 4.39 out of 5 which ranks it #12 of 24 other Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #8 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2015 Kia Sportage has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #8 of 24 other Compact SUVs.

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Is The 2015 Kia Sportage A Good Car?

Yes, it has been reliable since I purchased the car new. No major problems and I have put almost 60,000 miles on it.
Jennifer A.
Yes it is. I haven't had it long but really prefer to drive it over the others. It had plenty of room for family to off together and room for the groceries.
Tara S.
The vehicle is good on gas mileage. I usually get 35 mpg. It is a smaller SUV so it is very easy to drive. There are some features inside the vehicle that I do not like. I do not like there that the... Read More
Jas U.
The best vehicle ever I love it no one could tell me anything about Kia. I'll choose Kia over anything.
Apprentance P.
It is a wonderful vehicle! It is safe, fuel efficient, and reliable. The design is also very pleasing.
Heather E.
Yes this vehicle is very good. I have had it for 4 years now and had no issues, just normal maintenance (oil changes). It drives nicely and has good vision out of the mirrors and windows. The car also... Read More
Steven W.
Yes. I've had it almost 3 years and haven't had any problems with it. It’s my second Kia I've owned.
Julie E.
Yes, it is a very reliable vehicle. It drives very smoothly, gets good gas mileage, and is pleasing to the eye. It is affordable and has all the amenities I am looking forward to in a car.
alyssa L.

How Reliable Is The 2015 Kia Sportage?

No problems yet and I am at 60,000 miles. Even the stock tires lasted until recently. No engine or any other type of problem.
Jennifer A.
Yes it is reliable and other than having to replace the battery the day after we bought it is a great vehicles.
Tara S.
It is reliable in the sense that it gets you from point a to point b. However there are other features that it could make even better. Like the car being able to tell what tires need air or when the... Read More
Jas U.
Yes very much reliable I will have to work on the road and I feel really good about my Kia and I feel really happy.
Apprentance P.
I have owned Kia for more than 15 years. With all of the Kids I have owned I have NEVER had any problems whatsoever. Kias are extremely reliable.
Renee C.
Very reliable, had the car for almost 4 years and have had no problems just normal maintenance like oil changes. There is almost 50,000 miles on my car.
Theresa F.
I've had no problems with it. So I’d say it’s very reliable. I maintain it very well, regular oil changes and services.
Kris T.
While reliable, I have had trouble with the check engine light, however, I was able to get it reset/fixed since there was no true issues. I have had recent problems with the media button, where it... Read More
Sue D.

Is The 2015 Kia Sportage A Good Value?

I believe I paid around 20,000 for my car in 2015. I believe the price was well worth the car. It has been reliable and I have had no problems.
Jennifer A.
We bought it used for about 19000.00 and yes it was a good value as it gets better gas mileage than the others.
Tara S.
23,590 no I do not think so because I have researched other vehicles in the same price range or lower with more features and technology.
Jas U.
I didn't pay much and yes the value of the car was magnificent and I feel like it is the best car ever.
Apprentance P.
I paid 15,950.00 for mine. It is a very good value. I would buy it all over again. They run from 15,000 to 37000.
Griselda B.
My car was about $22,000 which I think was a very good value. There has been no problems and once it is washed, the car looks brand new. I get plenty of space for passengers, a nice sized back end,... Read More
Judi M.
It’s a very good value. I bought mine pre owned with a full warranty. It’s Kia certified. It cost me 15,000.
Amanda P.
The 2015 Kia Sportage costed about $25,000-$30,000, which was affordable for me during the time of purchase. It is a great car and it is definitely a good value.
Kat B.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2015 Kia Sportage fuel filter location?

Answer: The fuel filter for a 2015 Kia Sportage can be found underneath the vehicle at the rear. It is going to be in between the front of Your fuel tank and the exhaust. You will most likely need to put the vehicle up...

How do i reset the tpms Kia Sportage 2015?

Answer: To reset the tpms for the Kia Sportage 2015, watch: https://www.Youtube.com/watch?v=JAy5B47wXiE Making sure Your tires are in the greatest of condition is key to not crashing. You will come into issues with...

What's the 2015 kia sportage wiper blade size?

Answer: The 2015 Kia Sportage uses two wiper blades, one on each of the driver's and passenger's side -- there is no rear blade. You'll need a 24 inch blade for the driver's side, and an 18 inch blade on the...

2015 Kia Sportage: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The 2015 Kia Sportage tire size, tire pressure, and wheel size are 33 psi, 235/55r18, and 17-18 diameter, 6.5-7 width. Making sure Your tires are in the best condition is key to not crashing. You will come into...

2015 Kia Sportage: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2015 Kia Sportage useS5.1 quarts of SAE 5W-20 motor oil when You need to change it. Kia also recommends that You use full synthetic oil when You do need to change it. Oil comes in two major varieites,...

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