Hi Pete, based on your review I went and had a test drive. I was so impressed I ordered a GTLine S HEV in lunar silver. One thing worth mentioning my wife is of limited mobility and found the KIA very easy to get in and out of. Keep up the good work 👍👍👍
@@davel9359 I’ve just checked again and despite being hybrid the tax is £560 (£245 for three first year, which the garage paid). The extortionate road tax is based on the car’s list price. I paid less than the list price, but that makes no difference. I decided to bite the bullet anyway. Our flame blue GT Line S HEV arrived last week and it’s gorgeous.
@@veratibbs7361 Glad you like it. They hadn’t quite been launched when I bought the Tucson and we were close to the end of our contract, otherwise I’d have got one. We have the Ultimate HEV and it was obviously a bit cheaper then, so we didn’t cop for extra tax. I think a new Sportage will be a bit too much this time round as we want to escape finance. Considering a Niro instead.
I’ve just bought a 9year old Lexus CT200h Self charging hybrid. It’s got the cvt gearbox and I can easily get 54mpg with 84,000 on the clock. This Kia looks awesome 😎
I've had mine (HEV 3) for a couple of months now and done just over 1200mls, mainly on motorway. The consumption shows a healthy 50-55mpg on the motorway and around 40-42mpg in town (I'm not ma very fast driver, I enjoy the car very much so don't rush around often and always drive in Eco mode). It is pretty fast when I put my foot down if I need to get out of trouble, however the revving drives me mad, I honestly thought that there might be something wrong with the gearbox but now seeing your review I realise it's something I have to live with. Doesn't happen very often that I notice it, it's just something I could do without. Other than that, I am exceptionally pleased that I went for this Kia after researching different makes for around 6 months - Very luxurious inside, lots of space front and back, great look with the large screens, easy to use and manouvre. The mid range is perfect if you're after something a bit extra but without the hefty price tag.
Missus has ordered a hybrid GT Line S 4wd in metallic red 6 weeks ago and it's due for delivery in August - very impressed with the latest models from KIA.
Really like the new sportage my wife had the last one 1.6t and that was doing 34mpg average so 42mpg is very good I think I just got the new proceed GT instead of the sportage as its just more my sort of car but there is no denying kia r making good looking cars at the moment 👍
Very honest review as per usual Ped. Great testimony to the Kia brand, “they are up there with the BMW and Mercedes” After driving about 500k miles with ZF autos, it is hard to adapt to anything else, although I did have sojourn with a Merc auto for 93k for a couple of years. I am really getting into Kia in a big way, need to run out the PCP on my Jaguar E Pace diesel first though 😎
When a truck took me and my MK1 Hot rod Golf,which I had for 26 years,out,I bought a little Kia Picanto Smart.Has everything you need and looks really good in gunmetal grey.Take care.
I used to hate The new Sportage at first because I thought the design was overkill. But then I grew to like it very much. i’ve got a brochure of it and I’ve even tried to get a picture of it which I succeeded in after several failed attempts. I will admit I do like the old Sportage more but this new one is growing on me a lot. 😎
Just started driving one of these at work. Brand new 24 plate one. Not a GT line but basic spec and its fantastic to drive. Clutch is so smooth, gear changing abit clunky in the manual box but overall its really nice. Might have to look at getting one especially as my current car looks like it could be ready for the scrap yard.
Peter, I like the Look and the vast array of Electronics on the Kia Sportage But the number of recalls and people I know who have had engines replaced -People waiting for months for parts after their Dashboard lovely curved screen suddenly failed --Why don’t you refer to the number of recalls with Kia ?
Another great video Peter. Kia seem to be going from strength to strength nowadays with there new model line ups and if I hadn’t already ordered a new John Cooper Works I’d be seriously tempted by the Proceed as it looks very nice 👌
Great review. Kia have come on a great deal and definitely a contender to the more prestigious car manufacturers, something to consider for the future..
Great review! It was the first one that I've seen as the HEV was not available in Germany at the beginning. I have ordered the exactly same configuration in February 23. It has been delivered to the dealer last month and will be stored there until I'll pick it up in May 24.
So being a nerd we were the first to get The New Sportage, went for GTS line 1.6 mild hybrid 4 stage really lovely car, didn't know about the Command mode not sure if its fitted, so being a nerd as said i got an "S" badge from Kia 2021 model painted it black as we have the model shown, so many people have stopped me asking how we got an S on the back, come on KIA its pennies to make and I'm sure you have thousands in a box somewhere just add it on the GTS line it is a "S" after all, looks fantastic, My Kia Garage love it so there you go. Its the little things that matter sometimes, just saying........................
We were driving past a kia garage 3 weeks ago, they had a green sportage in the window, 20 minutes later, I bought one, Gt s line, the quality of finish is level with Mercedes easily, very high tech... Lead time will be next march 2023
Surely the gearbox could be sorted with a software update? Also, you talk about changing gear using the paddles and a 2 second delay moving up a gear. I could have sworn the paddles were strictly for controlling regen, and nothing to do with gears, no? Really do like these, but would prefer the EV6. Going to Kia tonight for the launch of the all new Niro Electric.
A great review, I just ordered the exact same car in those colours and don't drive fast so I should get along with it. Next time I will go for the EV9 that looks amazing.
Thanks for the video. Just ordered a GT Line auto HEV in Lunar Silver, so your review was very reassuring - no 'buyer's remorse' from me! Ordered September 23 with delivery promised before Christmas 23 🤞Trading in a Skoda Karoq SEL which I've thoroughly enjoyed owning but the appearance and equipment are looking a little dated after 3 years, with nothing in the Skoda range (or VAG cars generally, in my opinion) to compare with KIA currently.
Slightly unsure gear changes, my dual clutch was very notchie to start with, especially when reversing into parking space, but it learns - I have become more positive. I can really say after a few weeks it's super cool and easy to use.
It amazes me that BMW, Mercedes, VW and the like cannot offer at least 5 year warranties on their products. They must have a lot of warranty claims already ??? I personally have run several BMW’s and a Merc up to 100k in 3 years, with only basic servicing and tyre changes required !
I think KIA have come such a long way in a short time and their car designs especially the EV6 are really good and with the 7 year warranty you can't go wrong.
Super human strength 💪 Pete 🤣 the sommon mode would be fab as a wheelchair user in the odd event someone parks so close even in a disabled parking bay, which has happened to me in the Bullring underground parking here in Birmingham 🤔👍
Just took delivery of a new 72 plate GT line phev as a company car. Not something I’d ever go out and buy but I’ve got to say I’m very impressed with it. Lovely place to be, quiet, comfortable.
@@mikewhite5479 that depends on wether you have the ability to charge it or not. I don’t so I’m essentially using it as a petrol. I’m seeing around 35mpg on a decent run which is less than my 3.0 twin turbo 6cylinder bmw M2 Competition. Unfortunately I have to have a hybrid because of my job/who I work for. Hybrids are a gimmick if you ask me. Especially with the price of electricity. But other than the efficiency. It’s a really nice car.
I've had my GTs in green for a couple of weeks now....Great car and in my opinion it's a bit of an upgrade on our previous XC40. The only downsides are the Harmon Kardon stereo is rubbish and the paint seems very soft though they can be remedied with a ceramic coating
I have my gt green for 1 month now, and i agree sound is awfull, in new xceed is way better sound and more powerful bass. Overall car is amazing. It is true about paint and ceramic coating??
great review again ped, things i like. the summon feature looks great, the mirror view in the dials, the 7 year warranty and the level of equipment. things i am not so keen on. the front and rear end looks, the gearbox and the sluggish performance for a £40k car.
ive ordered a new kia bt not the sportage was after one but wait time around 12 months so i went for the kia ceed 1.5 level 3 so just waiting for it to arrive. its a motability car so should be delivered soon cant wait. great review as always
I have a 2019 Tucson Ultimate (US-spec), but this may be my next SUV!…It’s a bit bigger than my Tucson, but that’s great. Luv everything about this New Sportage, interior/ exterior are fantastic. Need to take a test drive soon! Great thorough review my friend! 😉🇺🇸
The equipment list even on a basic entry level car is just ridiculously good. Build quality, engines and tech are A1, nigh on a 15k discount on german equivalents.
Hello, thank you for the video. I am looking at buying either Sportage or Tucson, and so far it seems ( after watching several videos ) that Kia has a better interior, but Tucson feels a bit better on the road. Would you agree, or you would have another opinion? :)
Morning pal, hope you both had a great Easter? What a lovely looking front, real nice. Kia have come a very long way, advanced nearly everything I think.
Currently have the previous generation, only faults is the notchy steering rack, needs its 3rd one after 6 years and 32,000 miles. Hopefully they changed them on the new model because goes car shopping very soon
Hi Peter Hope you are well my mate, and you had a lovely time away with Mrs Ped great review mate lovely car My wife had the model before that one and we both love it great speck and I was very surprised how comfortable it was to drive catch up soon mate
Get mine in August why did I buy it well I have a 6 year old Sportage one word amazing no two words amazing. 6years 137000 kms and not a single problem and I still love the car I am only changing because it is a diesel and in another 12 months it will be worth a lot less. And another thing in 6 years of driving my car is worth to Kia half what I paid for it. So my car has depreciated by 2000 euros a year to put that into perspective. I bought a Renault and in 18 months you wont believe this it lost 15000 pounds because I got a motability car so it had to go. I got a Vauxhall another 3 years on which spent more time in the garage than on the road I spent so much time in the waiting room at Christmas I was invited to the staff do. I will admit I look after the Kia it has an annual check up I change the oils and filter before it says I should and make sure I have good tyres. Oh! and I always buy the tyres it came with from new. When my old Kia is left at the garage and I drive off in the new Kia I will shed a tear and salute her and hope she gets a good home. She did everything it said on the can and more.
Personally think these look great, and could be genuinely tempted come the time the HRV needs to be moved on. It certainly would do all I need from it 👍🏻
Thanks for the great review, it would be great if you can get the new Sportage as a long term trial. Have a GT-line S PHEV on order due soon, can't wait.
You mention the BiK tax, the 1 thing i would say is the PHEV is alot less than the SC HEV models, the PHEV versions are about 12% the SC HEV option would be about 28% i think, so in terms of money, its close to £100 a month difference. I'm currently looking at the kia sportage/hyundai tuscon as a my next car, this is something i'm taking into consideration, as that difference in monthly payments would almost be the cost of my fuel each month. I'm not a company car driver, this is through my work salary sacrifice. I just watched you Tuscon SC HEV video, i'm with you on the buttons for gear selection, i prefer the Kia's rotory control system. 1 issue i find is to use the left hand buttons on the infotainment and fan control, i have to lean over a little more than i would like, where the tuscon possible is a little closer so i didnt feel i was leaning over. 32 week waiting time to get 1 through work is something i would also have to contend with.
I have a Tucson HEV. MPG does improve and I can get close to 50 with sensible driving and the other day achieved a best ever 80.1 mpg on a 12 mile 30 and 40 mph speed limit run with no stop/start traffic.
This SUV craze has to end some time - but not yet I guess. I'll give Kia credit where it's due - they're cranking out some well equipped cars these days, but are definintely moving up the food chain in price to mid/upper range (same as Hyundai). I might be one of the few who doesn't like the new look back end on this and the EV6 though - it just doesn't do it for me.
The Kia factory in Slovakia where the sportage is built for EUROPE is having major problems and it's not because they can't build enough because of demand, it's because the factory are having problems getting material to build them in the first place, the factory assembly line is on slow Kia are not even telling there dealers when to expect cars that have been order months ago. We ordered and paid a deposit for the new sportage back in October 2021 and where told it would be delivered by the end of January 2022 This is now the 20th of April and still no sportage. The Kia dealer have know clue when the car will arrive because Kia are not updating the dealers on sportage orders.
Brexit, perhaps? We were at our Kia dealer yesterday (Sofia, Bulgaria), and they advised cars ordered in Feb were already on the lot (we saw them and checked the specks). That is for the 230hp Hybrid only though, not a single plug-in has arrived yet, the pure or mild hybrid petrols come in occasionally. Couple of months ago our personal dealer that sold us the last gen we still drive showed us about 5-6-7 cars ordered by the dealer that were already in production (so expected in 2-3-4 months) and have not been “booked” by anyone, so we could reserve any of them if we wanted. Or maybe it’s to do with the UK market, as your trim levels are different, I know you also don’t get the adaptive suspension, etc. Interesting…
Ordered a hyundai kona hybrid late January 2022, the leasing company sent me all the information today fro. arriving at the port to when it will be with the dealership .. they do have access to this information
Hi Sir Pete! Or should I say master Pete lol 😆 very cool video. The difference in how you say sportage and how we say it here in the USA 🇺🇸 is probably the first time ever I’ve been like nope that not how ya say that lol! I’m impressed with the Kia seltos and sorento i believe look better then the sportage. But as aways Sir Pete fantastic video and thanks for the laugh.
At 2:15 you say that's a gt-line but it's def the gt-line S with all that spec...I've got a gt-line on order but the standard gt-line doesn't have the pan sunroof n electric tailgate n all that good stuff :( still for what I'm paying all the tech it does have its still a bargain!
Still waiting for my 3 to be delivered. Supposedly early June. However their trims and what you get are all out of whack. if you want the 2 big 12" screens then you the lowest spec is the Sportage 3. The GT Line comes with the 12inc media and 4" for the driver. The electric boot is ONLY available on the top spec model. No others. Their colour schemes are different depending on the trim so the GT line comes with a completely different set of colours to choose from than the 2 and 3 as well.
One thing I don't understand is that every RUclipsr out there, doesn't seem to understand that Kia cars only bong to tell you that your seat belt isn't fastened lol I found this out after several Months to be fair of owning the amazing Stinger 😁
I think Kia and Hyundai have sorted the specs and refinement now to compete with the German brands. My concern is will they happily do 20k to 30k miles per year and still feel premium quality? Would be interesting to know.
@@PetrolPed The boot space is massive on the Sportage, 1776 ltrs with seats down. My Audi Q3 has 1365 and we can get 2 MTBs in by lying them on top of each other. They are small frames with 26inch wheels. so considering the size of the Sportage the ebikes might just fit? The only problem I can see is that you would need 2 people and the extra weight would not help.
Hi I am just watching the video you made of the KIA sportage again about a year ago as I remember you mentioning the BMW IX1 that you had tested I have in June 2023 purchased a BMW X1 and have had nothing but trouble with the voice recognition system constantly not working or even the microphone button on the steering wheel not functioning correctly I have had the car back in the BMW garage in Glasgow 10 times since buying it in June even giving them it recently for 16 days while I went on holiday only to find that it has not been fixed as I now have rejected the car and it only has 950 miles on it I was wondering if you had experienced any similar issues when you were driving the IX1 I would be grateful if you would kindly contact me back about this matter Cheers George McKenna
@@PetrolPed thanks for the reply and I appreciate it I have just seen your reply maybe it’s something that the your contacts at BMW can throw some information your way. I am taking it back up to the dealership on 28th for the 11th time as a last attempt by BMW in Munich for allegedly another miracle update they say will fix the problem I suppose miracles happen 😂😂 so I will let you know if it happens. Thanks again and keep on making the videos very informative.
Great car, ordered mine in early Feb, gtline s hybrid, was told be around 8 weeks so should have had it by April, now they're telling me could be November, very disappointed but will wait and am still excited.
@@t12511 I have since had an update and they said it will be arriving on 13th July, they never contacted me though I had to contact them and they were like yes we got a date for your car now. Hopefully it will arrive on time now i got an actual date
I've watched lots of reviews on the new Kia Sportage and every one of the reviews have the GTLine Models. Which is not affordable to your average motorist
Well it is a very competent, useful and well made car with all you can ever want but maybe not the car if you like driving…good but no orders here today!🙂🙂🙂
The Sportage looks like a brilliant car and my goodness the amount of equipment on board is very impressive. The brand is everywhere.
That's because he has the trim level wrong, he has the top spec GT line S
The ac screen thingy is probably the best compromise between full on onscreen and traditional dials. Love it
Hi Pete, based on your review I went and had a test drive. I was so impressed I ordered a GTLine S HEV in lunar silver. One thing worth mentioning my wife is of limited mobility and found the KIA very easy to get in and out of.
Keep up the good work 👍👍👍
Great to hear!
I was about to do similar, until I discovered the annual car tax is £560! 😮
@@veratibbs7361I think that’s only first year tax. I have the Tucson equivalent and it’s nowhere near that.
@@davel9359 I’ve just checked again and despite being hybrid the tax is £560 (£245 for three first year, which the garage paid). The extortionate road tax is based on the car’s list price. I paid less than the list price, but that makes no difference. I decided to bite the bullet anyway. Our flame blue GT Line S HEV arrived last week and it’s gorgeous.
@@veratibbs7361 Glad you like it. They hadn’t quite been launched when I bought the Tucson and we were close to the end of our contract, otherwise I’d have got one. We have the Ultimate HEV and it was obviously a bit cheaper then, so we didn’t cop for extra tax. I think a new Sportage will be a bit too much this time round as we want to escape finance. Considering a Niro instead.
I’ve just bought a 9year old Lexus CT200h
Self charging hybrid. It’s got the cvt gearbox and I can easily get 54mpg with 84,000 on the clock.
This Kia looks awesome 😎
I've had mine (HEV 3) for a couple of months now and done just over 1200mls, mainly on motorway. The consumption shows a healthy 50-55mpg on the motorway and around 40-42mpg in town (I'm not ma very fast driver, I enjoy the car very much so don't rush around often and always drive in Eco mode). It is pretty fast when I put my foot down if I need to get out of trouble, however the revving drives me mad, I honestly thought that there might be something wrong with the gearbox but now seeing your review I realise it's something I have to live with. Doesn't happen very often that I notice it, it's just something I could do without. Other than that, I am exceptionally pleased that I went for this Kia after researching different makes for around 6 months - Very luxurious inside, lots of space front and back, great look with the large screens, easy to use and manouvre. The mid range is perfect if you're after something a bit extra but without the hefty price tag.
Do you find 2WD to be enough for this car?
Wouldnt have thought once about a sportage....til now...its just stunning.
Yep 👍
I’d be interested to hear how you would compare the Sportage phev against the Rav4 phev.
Missus has ordered a hybrid GT Line S 4wd in metallic red 6 weeks ago and it's due for delivery in August - very impressed with the latest models from KIA.
Really like the new sportage my wife had the last one 1.6t and that was doing 34mpg average so 42mpg is very good I think I just got the new proceed GT instead of the sportage as its just more my sort of car but there is no denying kia r making good looking cars at the moment 👍
Very honest review as per usual Ped. Great testimony to the Kia brand, “they are up there with the BMW and Mercedes”
After driving about 500k miles with ZF autos, it is hard to adapt to anything else, although I did have sojourn with a Merc auto for 93k for a couple of years. I am really getting into Kia in a big way, need to run out the PCP on my Jaguar E Pace diesel first though 😎
When a truck took me and my MK1 Hot rod Golf,which I had for 26 years,out,I bought a little Kia Picanto Smart.Has everything you need and looks really good in gunmetal grey.Take care.
Had our Gt line S mild hybrid petrol auto awd for about a month now. Cracking motor.
I used to hate The new Sportage at first because I thought the design was overkill. But then I grew to like it very much. i’ve got a brochure of it and I’ve even tried to get a picture of it which I succeeded in after several failed attempts. I will admit I do like the old Sportage more but this new one is growing on me a lot. 😎
Hate 😂
Just started driving one of these at work. Brand new 24 plate one. Not a GT line but basic spec and its fantastic to drive. Clutch is so smooth, gear changing abit clunky in the manual box but overall its really nice. Might have to look at getting one especially as my current car looks like it could be ready for the scrap yard.
Peter, I like the Look and the vast array of Electronics on the Kia Sportage But the number of recalls and people I know who have had engines replaced -People waiting for months for parts after their Dashboard lovely curved screen suddenly failed --Why don’t you refer to the number of recalls with Kia ?
One error... you said the car was a GT Line, but it's actually the top spec GT Line S.
I also spotted that error in the introduction Paul. Massive difference between GT Line & GTLine S spec.
Wow! Good job you guys are on the ball 🙄
He hasn't a clue 🤣... jokes well spotted 😉
@@eoghanoneill5058 😂👍
@@grahambaldwin8869 what is the difference
Another great video Peter. Kia seem to be going from strength to strength nowadays with there new model line ups and if I hadn’t already ordered a new John Cooper Works I’d be seriously tempted by the Proceed as it looks very nice 👌
The green is a fantastic colour. Not enough green cars on the road.
Porsche ‘Oak Green Metallic’….YUM 👌
Because they're Bad luck..
Great review. Kia have come on a great deal and definitely a contender to the more prestigious car manufacturers, something to consider for the future..
Have ordered a new sportage. For the price, what you get and looks I think it’s one of the best cars on the road today.
Great review! It was the first one that I've seen as the HEV was not available in Germany at the beginning. I have ordered the exactly same configuration in February 23.
It has been delivered to the dealer last month and will be stored there until I'll pick it up in May 24.
Thanks 🙏🏻
I’ve had 3 Sportage’s but missed out on the new hybrid variants as I had to change in 2021 , so now in a Hybrid Niro.
That's actually a GT Line s for some reason Kia don't put the S on. Probably on back order like everything these days 🤪
So being a nerd we were the first to get The New Sportage, went for GTS line 1.6 mild hybrid 4 stage really lovely car, didn't know about the Command mode not sure if its fitted, so being a nerd as said i got an "S" badge from Kia 2021 model painted it black as we have the model shown, so many people have stopped me asking how we got an S on the back, come on KIA its pennies to make and I'm sure you have thousands in a box somewhere just add it on the GTS line it is a "S" after all, looks fantastic, My Kia Garage love it so there you go. Its the little things that matter sometimes, just saying........................
We were driving past a kia garage 3 weeks ago, they had a green sportage in the window, 20 minutes later, I bought one, Gt s line, the quality of finish is level with Mercedes easily, very high tech... Lead time will be next march 2023
It looks fab in green 👌 Congrats 🎉
Surely the gearbox could be sorted with a software update?
Also, you talk about changing gear using the paddles and a 2 second delay moving up a gear. I could have sworn the paddles were strictly for controlling regen, and nothing to do with gears, no? Really do like these, but would prefer the EV6. Going to Kia tonight for the launch of the all new Niro Electric.
A great review, I just ordered the exact same car in those colours and don't drive fast so I should get along with it. Next time I will go for the EV9 that looks amazing.
My Dad loves his 2018 Sportage and uses it for towing (diesel!). He is keen to see this new one and the engines on offer. Decent design.
EV towing will kill the range from what I gather
Thanks for the video. Just ordered a GT Line auto HEV in Lunar Silver, so your review was very reassuring - no 'buyer's remorse' from me! Ordered September 23 with delivery promised before Christmas 23 🤞Trading in a Skoda Karoq SEL which I've thoroughly enjoyed owning but the appearance and equipment are looking a little dated after 3 years, with nothing in the Skoda range (or VAG cars generally, in my opinion) to compare with KIA currently.
Mega car 👍
Slightly unsure gear changes, my dual clutch was very notchie to start with, especially when reversing into parking space, but it learns - I have become more positive. I can really say after a few weeks it's super cool and easy to use.
Great 👍
i see a lot of tests on lots of channels but somehow yours always stands out,.......
That’s great to hear 👍
It’s magic Pete 💪Looks brilliant with loads of extra’s in the cabin. We think Kia have killed it with a 7 year warranty. No other maker can compete
It amazes me that BMW, Mercedes, VW and the like cannot offer at least 5 year warranties on their products. They must have a lot of warranty claims already ??? I personally have run several BMW’s and a Merc up to 100k in 3 years, with only basic servicing and tyre changes required !
He has his trim level wrong, the spec he has is a GT line S, the top spec
I think KIA have come such a long way in a short time and their car designs especially the EV6 are really good and with the 7 year warranty you can't go wrong.
Yep 👍
I would expect the PHEV to alleviate, if not fix, some issues with the gearbox as it has the larger electric motor to help with grunt.
Super human strength 💪 Pete 🤣 the sommon mode would be fab as a wheelchair user in the odd event someone parks so close even in a disabled parking bay, which has happened to me in the Bullring underground parking here in Birmingham 🤔👍
Good point 👍
The last model design Sportage was and still is a hit, many on the road.
Just took delivery of a new 72 plate GT line phev as a company car. Not something I’d ever go out and buy but I’ve got to say I’m very impressed with it. Lovely place to be, quiet, comfortable.
Thinking of one as a company car too. What's the average mpg like?
@@mikewhite5479 that depends on wether you have the ability to charge it or not.
I don’t so I’m essentially using it as a petrol. I’m seeing around 35mpg on a decent run which is less than my 3.0 twin turbo 6cylinder bmw M2 Competition.
Unfortunately I have to have a hybrid because of my job/who I work for.
Hybrids are a gimmick if you ask me. Especially with the price of electricity.
But other than the efficiency. It’s a really nice car.
This is the 1st of your videos that I have watched - very impressive style & approach to an Auto review - thanks!
Thanks Dale. Hope it’s not the last 😜👍
@@PetrolPed Well, I don't buy new cars that often, but I will certainly check back when I do 🤣🤣
Nice video , thanks . Approximativaly , how many miles with a full tank ? Thanks
Not sure
I've had my GTs in green for a couple of weeks now....Great car and in my opinion it's a bit of an upgrade on our previous XC40. The only downsides are the Harmon Kardon stereo is rubbish and the paint seems very soft though they can be remedied with a ceramic coating
I have my gt green for 1 month now, and i agree sound is awfull, in new xceed is way better sound and more powerful bass. Overall car is amazing. It is true about paint and ceramic coating??
@@mitya6568 I'm also noticing the piano black interior trim scratches if you so much as look at it
More in detail, what’s the issue with the stereo?
It's flat with zero base unless you turn it up to +5 and have the volume right up.
Thanks for the reply! I’ll have to listen carefully before deciding…
great review again ped, things i like. the summon feature looks great, the mirror view in the dials, the 7 year warranty and the level of equipment. things i am not so keen on. the front and rear end looks, the gearbox and the sluggish performance for a £40k car.
The sportage is more a family SUV the Kia Stinger is more their sporty driver. Not sure if you get the Stinger in UK but in Aus they sell quite well.
We sure do. It’s a brilliant car 👍
Great review as always. Just ordered the Tucson with same 230 hybrid engine (much better spec available for budget), for wife's next car.
Congrats 👍
ive ordered a new kia bt not the sportage was after one but wait time around 12 months so i went for the kia ceed 1.5 level 3 so just waiting for it to arrive. its a motability car so should be delivered soon cant wait. great review as always
Nice car that 👍
will be when it arrives
I’ve just ordered a PHEV GT Line S and have a very narrow walled drive, so that summon mode will be dead handy!
I have a 2019 Tucson Ultimate (US-spec), but this may be my next SUV!…It’s a bit bigger than my Tucson, but that’s great. Luv everything about this New Sportage, interior/ exterior are fantastic. Need to take a test drive soon! Great thorough review my friend! 😉🇺🇸
Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it 👍
The equipment list even on a basic entry level car is just ridiculously good.
Build quality, engines and tech are A1, nigh on a 15k discount on german equivalents.
Hello, thank you for the video. I am looking at buying either Sportage or Tucson, and so far it seems ( after watching several videos ) that Kia has a better interior, but Tucson feels a bit better on the road. Would you agree, or you would have another opinion? :)
Just to add, you don't have a GT line there, it's the range topping GT line S. The badge states GT Line if it's an S or not (Work for Kia)
I picked that up too and yours is the only comment without a heart LOL. Guess you upset someone!
Just not got round to doing hearts yet 😜
Thanks Jon. My bad 😬
Morning pal, hope you both had a great Easter? What a lovely looking front, real nice. Kia have come a very long way, advanced nearly everything I think.
Kia, great looking cars, great price, highest warranty any car can have -7yrs and design. The kia Nero is my favorite though.
Love love love that moving perk.
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Currently have the previous generation, only faults is the notchy steering rack, needs its 3rd one after 6 years and 32,000 miles. Hopefully they changed them on the new model because goes car shopping very soon
The car is a GT line S because it has the sunroof and the power tailgate.
Hi Peter
Hope you are well my mate, and you had a lovely time away with Mrs Ped great review mate lovely car
My wife had the model before that one and we both love it great speck and I was very surprised how comfortable it was to drive catch up soon mate
We had a great time thanks 👍
If you get it with AWD it is quite sporty as you can take off and exit corners without wheelspin!
Nice honest review as usual Peter Kia has really come on in the last few years👍👍👍🚘🚘🚘
It sure has 👍
Honest review as usual Ped was that a 2 or 4 wheel drive Sportage? Seriously thinking of buying one of these probably a 2 wheel drive GT line S.
Good to see the ubiquitous piano black plastic trim is present and correct on this KIA 🙈
Take-away hook on the back of the seat. Nice.
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How’s the weather? Kia’s EV is at a great price in the USA.
Not too bad 👍
what color is that ? In my country there is casa white (WD) and deluxe white (HW2) for sportage
Not sure. Sorry 😞
I thought that road looked familiar, the Chilgrove road has some lovely bends!!! on a bike.
Sure does 👍
Great review Pete Skywalker. Kia are definitely making some good cars now, stylish too.
Sure are 👍
Great review as always.Not sure about the look of the front end on this one. Haven't seen one in the flesh yet so will reserve judgement.
Same gearing problem as with the XC60. Downshift when speeding takes an eternity.
Just scratched the glossy black plastic bumper with the pedal, I was thinking before you put your bike in the back , the bumper is gonna get marked
Nope 👎
@@PetrolPed are you sure😁
That's a GT Line only? Looks like an S to me.
Get mine in August why did I buy it well I have a 6 year old Sportage one word amazing no two words amazing. 6years 137000 kms and not a single problem and I still love the car I am only changing because it is a diesel and in another 12 months it will be worth a lot less. And another thing in 6 years of driving my car is worth to Kia half what I paid for it. So my car has depreciated by 2000 euros a year to put that into perspective. I bought a Renault and in 18 months you wont believe this it lost 15000 pounds because I got a motability car so it had to go. I got a Vauxhall another 3 years on which spent more time in the garage than on the road I spent so much time in the waiting room at Christmas I was invited to the staff do. I will admit I look after the Kia it has an annual check up I change the oils and filter before it says I should and make sure I have good tyres. Oh! and I always buy the tyres it came with from new. When my old Kia is left at the garage and I drive off in the new Kia I will shed a tear and salute her and hope she gets a good home. She did everything it said on the can and more.
Enjoy 👍
Personally think these look great, and could be genuinely tempted come the time the HRV needs to be moved on.
It certainly would do all I need from it 👍🏻
An interesting review on the KIA, keep up the good work on the channel 👍👍
Thanks. Will do 👍
Thanks for the great review, it would be great if you can get the new Sportage as a long term trial. Have a GT-line S PHEV on order due soon, can't wait.
Would love that 👍
I knew it Kia Sportage! Love the colour combo 😀
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You mention the BiK tax, the 1 thing i would say is the PHEV is alot less than the SC HEV models, the PHEV versions are about 12% the SC HEV option would be about 28% i think, so in terms of money, its close to £100 a month difference.
I'm currently looking at the kia sportage/hyundai tuscon as a my next car, this is something i'm taking into consideration, as that difference in monthly payments would almost be the cost of my fuel each month.
I'm not a company car driver, this is through my work salary sacrifice.
I just watched you Tuscon SC HEV video, i'm with you on the buttons for gear selection, i prefer the Kia's rotory control system.
1 issue i find is to use the left hand buttons on the infotainment and fan control, i have to lean over a little more than i would like, where the tuscon possible is a little closer so i didnt feel i was leaning over.
32 week waiting time to get 1 through work is something i would also have to contend with.
Hi Pete, love all your reviews. We are Kia supporters Sorento and Sportage and Nero hybrids. Hope you don’t have BADGES in your family personal cars
Great review ped love the kia brand think they have come on so much since they started out and like you said have some really nice cars 💥👏👍🏼
Cheers Matt
This is the type of report I subscribed for. First rate.
Thanks Owen. More like this coming soon 👍
@@PetrolPed man, look at the time. I thought i was the only one about this early.
I’ve been up since 0400 and just about to board a flight to Italy 🇮🇹
@@PetrolPed Enjoy. I'm looking forward to travelling again. Tenerife in two weeks time. Can't wait.
Thanks. Interesting MPG. 42 mg. That’s about the same as my 1.2 petrol Peugeot 3008. I might have hoped for better from a hybrid of similar size.
I have a Tucson HEV. MPG does improve and I can get close to 50 with sensible driving and the other day achieved a best ever 80.1 mpg on a 12 mile 30 and 40 mph speed limit run with no stop/start traffic.
Can you do a review of the new transit custom ID like to know what you think of I and also I love transit videos
I’ve got a couple of transit videos on the channel 👍
This SUV craze has to end some time - but not yet I guess. I'll give Kia credit where it's due - they're cranking out some well equipped cars these days, but are definintely moving up the food chain in price to mid/upper range (same as Hyundai). I might be one of the few who doesn't like the new look back end on this and the EV6 though - it just doesn't do it for me.
Have you seen the EV6 in person though? It looks very nice.
What do people see in them had one on long term test and couldn't wait to get rid of it
The new mobility car of choice 👀
The Kia factory in Slovakia where the sportage is built for EUROPE is having major problems and it's not because they can't build enough because of demand, it's because the factory are having problems getting material to build them in the first place, the factory assembly line is on slow
Kia are not even telling there dealers when to expect cars that have been order months ago.
We ordered and paid a deposit for the new sportage back in October 2021 and where told it would be delivered by the end of January 2022
This is now the 20th of April and still no sportage. The Kia dealer have know clue when the car will arrive because Kia are not updating the dealers on sportage orders.
Brexit, perhaps? We were at our Kia dealer yesterday (Sofia, Bulgaria), and they advised cars ordered in Feb were already on the lot (we saw them and checked the specks). That is for the 230hp Hybrid only though, not a single plug-in has arrived yet, the pure or mild hybrid petrols come in occasionally. Couple of months ago our personal dealer that sold us the last gen we still drive showed us about 5-6-7 cars ordered by the dealer that were already in production (so expected in 2-3-4 months) and have not been “booked” by anyone, so we could reserve any of them if we wanted.
Or maybe it’s to do with the UK market, as your trim levels are different, I know you also don’t get the adaptive suspension, etc. Interesting…
@@ffsolutions9442NO not Brexit. The car (petrol 1.6 mhev automatic in deluxe white) was ordered in Ireland.
That's shocking mate
Ordered a hyundai kona hybrid late January 2022, the leasing company sent me all the information today fro. arriving at the port to when it will be with the dealership .. they do have access to this information
@@MrNigelbell We order the Sportage 2 weeks ago, expecting delivery within the next 10 days or so.
Great video, that audio at the start was clipping some.
Hi Sir Pete! Or should I say master Pete lol 😆 very cool video. The difference in how you say sportage and how we say it here in the USA 🇺🇸 is probably the first time ever I’ve been like nope that not how ya say that lol! I’m impressed with the Kia seltos and sorento i believe look better then the sportage. But as aways Sir Pete fantastic video and thanks for the laugh.
At 2:15 you say that's a gt-line but it's def the gt-line S with all that spec...I've got a gt-line on order but the standard gt-line doesn't have the pan sunroof n electric tailgate n all that good stuff :( still for what I'm paying all the tech it does have its still a bargain!
Still waiting for my 3 to be delivered. Supposedly early June. However their trims and what you get are all out of whack. if you want the 2 big 12" screens then you the lowest spec is the Sportage 3. The GT Line comes with the 12inc media and 4" for the driver. The electric boot is ONLY available on the top spec model. No others. Their colour schemes are different depending on the trim so the GT line comes with a completely different set of colours to choose from than the 2 and 3 as well.
At least they haven’t put them silly octo/hex shaped arches on it
Great video , I've got one on order and it's status is 'ordered ETA stock' its the 1.6 CRDi. Anyone got an idea of the expected wait times. Thanks
Congrats 🥳
Really nice review, the same down as we have in order, one question does the Gt line come with the sunroof?
no
One thing I don't understand is that every RUclipsr out there, doesn't seem to understand that Kia cars only bong to tell you that your seat belt isn't fastened lol
I found this out after several Months to be fair of owning the amazing Stinger 😁
I think Kia and Hyundai have sorted the specs and refinement now to compete with the German brands. My concern is will they happily do 20k to 30k miles per year and still feel premium quality? Would be interesting to know.
Wife had a Tucson and I had an i30n performance - yes is the answer - our new Sportage arrives hopefully Jan/Feb time
Many of the German models wouldn't feel premium after 20-30k per year. My 640d certainly lost its sheen after doing 15k per year for 4 years.
Great Vid as usual, but can you demo getting 2 electric bikes in the boot? It would be very helpful for the wife and me.
I don't think you would get two ebikes in the boot. Your best bet is an ebike rated tow bar mounted carrier.
@@PetrolPed The boot space is massive on the Sportage, 1776 ltrs with seats down. My Audi Q3 has 1365 and we can get 2 MTBs in by lying them on top of each other. They are small frames with 26inch wheels. so considering the size of the Sportage the ebikes might just fit? The only problem I can see is that you would need 2 people and the extra weight would not help.
Great informative video as usual well done
Thanks 🙏🏻
Hi I am just watching the video you made of the KIA sportage again about a year ago as I remember you mentioning the BMW IX1 that you had tested I have in June 2023 purchased a BMW X1 and have had nothing but trouble with the voice recognition system constantly not working or even the microphone button on the steering wheel not functioning correctly I have had the car back in the BMW garage in Glasgow 10 times since buying it in June even giving them it recently for 16 days while I went on holiday only to find that it has not been fixed as I now have rejected the car and it only has 950 miles on it I was wondering if you had experienced any similar issues when you were driving the IX1 I would be grateful if you would kindly contact me back about this matter Cheers George McKenna
Sorry to hear that. I didn’t try the voice control option on that car I’m afraid 😢
@@PetrolPed thanks for the reply and I appreciate it I have just seen your reply maybe it’s something that the your contacts at BMW can throw some information your way. I am taking it back up to the dealership on 28th for the 11th time as a last attempt by BMW in Munich for allegedly another miracle update they say will fix the problem I suppose miracles happen 😂😂 so I will let you know if it happens. Thanks again and keep on making the videos very informative.
Great car, ordered mine in early Feb, gtline s hybrid, was told be around 8 weeks so should have had it by April, now they're telling me could be November, very disappointed but will wait and am still excited.
It will be worth it 👍
We ordered ours November and still no Sportage dealer has no idea when we will get it
@@t12511 I have since had an update and they said it will be arriving on 13th July, they never contacted me though I had to contact them and they were like yes we got a date for your car now. Hopefully it will arrive on time now i got an actual date
How come I’ve got an 8 speed gearbox ?
I loved the presentation perfect!!!!!! and also the car❤❤❤❤
Thanks 🙏🏻
Great detailed review as always, nice one mr ped.👌👍👏
Cheers Nick 👍
I've watched lots of reviews on the new Kia Sportage and every one of the reviews have the GTLine Models. Which is not affordable to your average motorist
Press cars tend to be the higher trim levels with lots of options so the reviewer can comment on the feature. Hard to do if it’s not there.
Well it is a very competent, useful and well made car with all you can ever want but maybe not the car if you like driving…good but no orders here today!🙂🙂🙂