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Sportage
Kia Sportage: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
Licensed photo · Photo creditMakeKia
ClassSmall SUV
Model years (US)2000–2027
New registrations (EU)2000–2026
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Kia Sportage – Fifth generation2021–present
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | NQ5 |
| Production | 2021–present |
| Model years | 2023–present |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Platform | Hyundai-Kia N3 |
| Engines | Petrol 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi I4 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 MPi I4 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 T-GDi I4 2.5 L Smartstream G2.5 GDi I4 Petrol hybrid 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi 48V I4 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi HEV I4 Petrol plug-in hybrid 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi PHEV I4 LPG 2.0 L Smartstream L2.0 LPi I4 Diesel 1.6 L Smartstream D1.6 CRDi I4 2.0 L Smartstream D2.0 CRDi I4 Diesel hybrid 1.6 L Smartstream D1.6 CRDi 48V I4 |
| Electric motor | Mild-Hybrid Starter-Generator (MHSG) (EcoDynamics+) 44.7 kW permanent magnet electric motor (FHEV) 66.9 kW permanent magnet traction electric motor (PHEV) |
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic 7-speed DCT 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | EcoDynamics+ MHEV Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FHEV) PHEV (Sportage PHEV) |
| Battery | 0.44 kWh 48-volt lithium-ion battery (MHEV) 1.49 kWh 270-volt Lithium-polymer (LiPo) (FHEV) 13.8 kWh 360-volt Lithium-polymer (LiPo) (PHEV) |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm (SWB) 2,755 mm (LWB) |
| Length | 4,515 mm (SWB) 4,660 mm (LWB) |
| Width | 1,865 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,525–1,615 kg (1.6T) 1,615–1,715 kg (2.0D) |
| Assembly | South Korea: Gwangju (Gwangju Plant) Slovakia: Žilina (Kia Slovakia) United States: West Point, Georgia (KMMG, 2021–present); Bryan County, Georgia (HMG Metaplant America, 2026–present) China: Yancheng (Yueda Kia) Pakistan: Karachi (Kia Lucky Motors) Malaysia: Kulim, Kedah (Inokom) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor) Vietnam: Chu Lai (THACO Kia) Bangladesh: Sreepur Upazila, Gazipur (Meghna Group) |
| Designer | Gregory Guillaume Jochen Paesen |
Kia Sportage – Fourth generation2015–2025
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | QL |
| Production | September 2015 – 2021 2019–2025 (Pakistan) |
| Model years | 2017–2022 |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Engines | Petrol 1.6 L Gamma GDi I4 1.6 L Gamma T-GDi I4 2.0 L Nu MPi I4 2.0 L Nu GDi I4 2.0 L Theta II T-GDi I4 2.4 L Theta II MPi I4 2.4 L Theta II GDi I4 Diesel 1.6 L Smartstream D1.6 CRDi I4 1.7 L U II CRDi I4 2.0 L R II CRDi I4 |
| Electric motor | Mild-Hybrid-Starter-Generator (MHSG) |
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic 7-speed DCT 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Mild Hybrid (EcoDynamics+) |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm |
| Length | 4,480 mm 4,550 mm (China) |
| Width | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,635–1,645 mm 1,655 mm (China) |
| Kerb weight | 1,465–1,770 kg |
| Assembly | South Korea: Gwangju (Gwangju Plant) Slovakia: Žilina (Kia Motors Slovakia) China: Yancheng (DYK) Malaysia: Gurun (NAM) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor) Pakistan: Karachi (Kia Lucky Motors) Algeria: Batna (GLOVIZ) |
| Designer | Park Jae Kwon Min Jae Kwon (facelift) Under the lead of Peter Schreyer |
Kia Sportage – Third generation2010–2018
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | SL |
| Production | March 2010 – August 2015 2010–2018 (China) |
| Model years | 2011–2016 |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Engines | Petrol 1.6 L Gamma GDi I4 2.0 L Theta II MPi I4 2.0 L Theta II T-GDi I4 2.4 L Theta II MPi I4 2.4 L Theta II GDi I4 Diesel 1.7 L U CRDi-VGT I4 2.0 L R CRDi-VGT I4 |
| Transmissions | 5/6-speed manual 6-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm |
| Length | 4,440–4,450 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,635–1,645 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,410–1,625 kg |
| Assembly | South Korea: Gwangju (Gwangju Plant) Slovakia: Žilina (Kia Motors Slovakia) China: Yancheng (DYK) Malaysia: Gurun (NAM) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor) |
| Designer | Peter Schreyer |
Kia Sportage – Second generation2004–2015
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | JE/KM |
| Production | 2004 – February 2010 |
| Model years | 2005–2010 2006–2015 (China) |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Engines | Petrol 2.0 L Beta II CVVT I4 2.7 L Delta V6 Diesel 2.0 L D CRDi-VGT I4 |
| Transmissions | 5/6-speed manual 4-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,480–1,685 kg |
| Assembly | South Korea: Gwangju (Gwangju Plant) Slovakia: Žilina (Kia Motors Slovakia) China: Yancheng (DYK) Malaysia: Gurun (NAM) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor) Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia (AvtoZAZ) Ecuador: Quito (AYMESA) |
Kia Sportage – First generation1993–2005
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | NB |
| Production | July 1993–2005 |
| Model years | 1995–2004 1995–2002 (North America) |
| Body styles | 5-door SUV 3-door convertible |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive Front-engine, four-wheel drive |
| Engines | Petrol 2.0 L FE SOHC I4 2.0 L FE DOHC I4 Diesel 2.0 L RF turbo I4 |
| Transmissions | 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,360 mm 2,650 mm |
| Length | 4,030 mm (3-door) 4,245 mm (5-door) 4,440 mm (Grand Wagon) |
| Width | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm |
| Assembly | South Korea: Hwaseong (Hwaseong Plant) Germany: Osnabrück (Karmann: 1995–1998) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor) Pakistan: Karachi China: Zhanjiang, Guangdong |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2027 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl hybrid | 6-speed automated manual | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2023–2027 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl hybrid | 6-speed automated manual | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2023–2027 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl plug-in hybrid | 6-speed automated manual | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) and electricity |
| 2023–2027 | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | 8-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2023–2027 | 2.5 L, 4 cyl | 8-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2015–2022 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2022 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2015–2022 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2022 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2014 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2014 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2013 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | 6-speed manual | Four-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| +11 more configurations |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2027 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl hybrid · 6-speed automated manual · All-wheel drive | 6.2–6.7 L/100 km | 6.2–6.7 L/100 km | 6.2–6.5 L/100 km | – |
| 2023–2027 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl hybrid · 6-speed automated manual · Front-wheel drive | 5.5–5.7 L/100 km | 5.6–5.9 L/100 km | 5.3–5.6 L/100 km | – |
| 2023–2027 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl plug-in hybrid · 6-speed automated manual · All-wheel drive | 6.5–6.7 L/100 km | 6.5–6.7 L/100 km | 6.5–6.7 L/100 km | 53–55 km |
| 2023–2027 | 2.5 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 9.0–9.8 L/100 km | 9.8–10.2 L/100 km | 7.8–9.0 L/100 km | – |
| 2023–2027 | 2.5 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 7.1–7.4 L/100 km | – |
| 2015–2022 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km | 9.4–10.2 L/100 km | – |
| 2011–2022 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 9.8–10.7 L/100 km | 10.7–11.8 L/100 km | 8.4–9.0 L/100 km | – |
| 2015–2022 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km | 10.7–12.4 L/100 km | 9.0–9.4 L/100 km | – |
| 2011–2022 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 9.0–10.2 L/100 km | 10.2–11.2 L/100 km | 7.8–8.4 L/100 km | – |
| 2011–2014 | 2.0 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive | 10.2–11.2 L/100 km | 11.2–12.4 L/100 km | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km | – |
| 2011–2014 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km | 11.2–12.4 L/100 km | 8.7–9.0 L/100 km | – |
| 2011–2013 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed manual · Four-wheel drive | 10.7–11.2 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km | 9.0–9.4 L/100 km | – |
| +11 more configurations |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
EU type-approval data
| Years | Powertrain | Engine | Power | Mass | CO₂ | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2025 | Petrol | 1598 cm³ | 110 kW (150 PS) | 1526–1580 kg | 149–155 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2024–2025 | Petrol | 1598 cm³ | 118 kW (160 PS) | 1526–1558 kg | 156–164 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2025 | Petrol hybrid | 1598 cm³ | 117 kW (159 PS) | 1580–1649 kg | 127–144 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2024–2025 | Petrol hybrid | 1598 cm³ | 118 kW (160 PS) | 1580–1703 kg | 128–147 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2022–2025 | Petrol hybrid | 1598 cm³ | 132 kW (179 PS) | 1648–1715 kg | 126–158 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2024–2025 | Petrol plug-in hybrid | 1598 cm³ | 118 kW (160 PS) | 1905 kg | 26–28 g/km (WLTP) | 64–66 km · 185–188 Wh/km |
| 2022–2025 | Petrol plug-in hybrid | 1598 cm³ | 132 kW (179 PS) | 1905 kg | 25 g/km (WLTP) | 70 km · 169 Wh/km |
| 2018–2025 | Diesel | 1598 cm³ | 85 kW (116 PS) | 1565–1609 kg | 138–153 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2019–2025 | Diesel hybrid | 1598 cm³ | 100 kW (136 PS) | 1598–1676 kg | 131–155 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2022–2024 | Petrol hybrid | 1598 cm³ | 110 kW (150 PS) | 1561–1580 kg | 144–150 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2016, 2019–2022 | LPG (bi-fuel) | 1591 cm³ | 97 kW (132 PS) | 1454–1559 kg | 147–169 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2016–2021 | Petrol | 1591 cm³ | 97 kW (132 PS) | 1454–1500 kg | 166–184 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2016–2021 | Petrol | 1591 cm³ | 130 kW (177 PS) | 1545–1637 kg | 171–200 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2018–2021 | Diesel | 1598 cm³ | 100 kW (136 PS) | 1579–1668 kg | 146–169 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2019–2021 | Diesel hybrid | 1598 cm³ | 85 kW (116 PS) | 1609 kg | 135–144 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2016–2019 | Diesel | 1995 cm³ | 136 kW (185 PS) | 1662–1747 kg | 180–183 g/km (WLTP) | – |
| 2011–2018 | Diesel | 1685 cm³ | 85 kW (116 PS) | 1490–1577 kg | 119–143 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2016–2018 | Diesel | 1685 cm³ | 104 kW (141 PS) | 1545 kg | 129 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2011–2018 | Diesel | 1995 cm³ | 100 kW (136 PS) | 1550–1752 kg | 127–183 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2011–2016 | Petrol | 1591 cm³ | 99 kW (135 PS) | 1380–1441 kg | 149–158 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2014–2016 | Petrol | 1998 cm³ | 122 kW (166 PS) | 1455–1544 kg | 182–197 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2011–2016 | Diesel | 1995 cm³ | 135 kW (184 PS) | 1600–1676 kg | 158–189 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2011–2014 | Petrol | 1998 cm³ | 120 kW (163 PS) | 1455–1544 kg | 177–200 g/km (NEDC) | – |
| 2010–2011 | Diesel | 1991 cm³ | – | 1707–1842 kg | 180–210 g/km (NEDC) | – |
Years are registration years. Each range runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile of the values reported for new registrations; it is not an average. Mass is the mass in running order. For electric cars the power is the type-approval net power, which can be lower than the peak power in brochures.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Small SUV, SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2002, 2005–2027 |
| Powertrains | Hybrid, Petrol, Plug-in hybrid |
| Engine displacement | 1.6–2.7 L |
| Cylinders | 4, 6 |
| Transmission types | Automated manual, Automatic, Manual |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive, All-wheel drive, Four-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive, Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Petrol (regular) and electricity |
| Configurations listed | 137 |
| Forced induction | Turbocharged (on some versions) |
| Start-stop system | On some versions |
| Electric motor (EPA) | 72 kW IPMSM; 72 kW AC PMSM; 67 kW AC PMSM; 67 kW IPMSM |
| Powertrains (EU) | Petrol, Petrol hybrid, Petrol plug-in hybrid, Diesel, Diesel hybrid |
| Engine displacement (EU) | 1,591–1,995 cm³ |
| Power (EU) | 85–136 kW (116–185 PS) |
| Mass in running order (EU) | 1,380–1,905 kg |
| Wheelbase (EU) | 2,640–2,680 mm |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2027 |
| New registrations (EU) | 2000–2026 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 1740 | 2012, 2013, 2017 |
| Electrical system | 503 | 2011, 2017, 2023 |
| Brakes | 438 | 2000, 2016, 2023 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 374 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 298 | 2000, 2002, 2017 |
| Airbags | 211 | 2000, 2001, 2006 |
| Body and structure | 199 | 2000, 2001, 2017 |
| Visibility and wipers | 154 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Speed control and cruise | 132 | 2001, 2006, 2017 |
| Steering | 124 | 2000, 2007, 2009 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2003, 2005–2025: 3830 complaints, 215 with a crash and 189 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.