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Michael, Surrey

Kia Sportage 2.0 KX2 Diesel Manual 2012

5 star review

 

I replaced a 3 year old Jeep Patriot which has been fantastic - the Jeep has amazing 4x4 abilities in the snow (I live on top of the North Downs), can easily operate as a family MPV, and has a personality. Surprisingly, the Kia Sportage seems to be just as accomplished and is lighter to drive (despite being a bit bigger), better mpg (Jeep 38mpg...Kia so far 40-45 after 1,000 miles...hoping to hit nearer 50) and a softer ride. The only thing I miss is my Jeep’s heated seats. Love the double sunroof and the rear parking sensors are useful given the high back window. Styling is great, it certainly gets a few looks and makes me smile every time I walk up to the car from the front. No quality issues after 1,000 miles, but you do have to be quite firm when closing the passenger door. The true test has been the kids reactions. My 9 year old daughter loves the Kia and my teenage son hardly notices I’ve changed cars (which is high praise indeed from a teenager).

I replaced a 3 year old Jeep Patriot which has been fantastic - the Jeep has amazing 4x4 abilities in the snow (I live on top of the North Downs), can easily operate as a family MPV, and has a personality. Surprisingly, the Kia Sportage seems to be just as accomplished and is lighter to drive (despite being a bit bigger), better mpg (Jeep 38mpg...Kia so far 40-45 after 1,000 miles...hoping to hit nearer 50) and a softer ride. The only thing I miss is my Jeep’s heated seats. Love the double sunroof and the rear parking sensors are useful given the high back window. Styling is great, it certainly gets a few looks and makes me smile every time I walk up to the car from the front. No quality issues after 1,000 miles, but you do have to be quite firm when closing the passenger door. The true test has been the kids reactions. My 9 year old daughter loves the Kia and my teenage son hardly notices I’ve changed cars (which is high praise indeed from a teenager).

 

Submitted: 19/03/2012 20:57:18

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Ron J, Ireland

Kia Sportage GSE 2012

5 star review

I have the Sportage 3 (GSE in Ireland) for two weeks now. I find it excellent. Really smart looker. Gets lots of very positive comments. It handles really well, plenty of zip from 1.7 Diesel engine. Spec is excellent too. Previously had an X5 and spec is way ahead of it. Very economical at about 45 - 50mpg do far. Dealers here cannot keep them stocked due to huge demand.

Submitted: 02/02/2012 08:40:17

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