2008 Kia Sportage User Reviews

Average Ratings from 5 reviews

Performance: 4.2 / 5
Appearance: 4.5 / 5
Build Quality: 4.8 / 5
Overall: 4.6 / 5

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Tess6496 writes:

2008 Kia Sportage LX Review

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Smooth ride, I like the way it looks (quaint SUV). plenty of storage

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Not great on gas mileage (but not aweful either).

Great Suv For Family Needs — I like the comfort level and appearance of this car, it's also pretty easy to keep clean. It has plenty of storage. Gas mileage is decent. I've really enjoyed this SUV, and it has gone above and beyond the needs of my little family.

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mountainthinker writes:

2008 Kia Sportage LX Review

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Driving ease, quality

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a little noisy on highway

Very Positive — The car handles great around town; and has sufficient pickup on the highway. Though a little noisy, the cargo space is excellent for trips. Controls within easy reach. Disc brakes work great; people comment postiviely on the appearance of the car.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Jesse writes:

2008 Kia Sportage LX V6 4WD Review

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Power, Rack and Pinion Steering, Utility

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Idk!

Wow!! — WOW!! My parents got this car and I thought it was a joke...until I drove it. This car has the pick and go power. The steering is soo on point. It has the utility of a nice size SUV but gets the gas mileage of mid-size car. It gets 24 MPG with us.

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Erik writes:

2008 Kia Sportage LX Review

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Its a 4 bager with some guts

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its white

2008 Sportage — The performance of this small SUV isn't great considering its a 4 banger butthat being said it had no problem driveing over the malahat. Fuel Mileage isn't bad we get about 460 KM to the tank Highway. in city its a little worse but its still affordable. have not yet taken it off road to see how well it drives on gravel or how the ESC (electronic stabillity control) works.

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Emma writes:

2008 Kia Sportage LX Review

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The whole SUV Is great!

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none

I Love My Suv/truck — I love how comfortable it is and how much higher it is than my old Rio 5. The Sportage is alot better for me because of a baby being on the way. I LOVE MY SUV

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	2008 Kia Sportage	2008 Kia Sorento	2008 Honda CR-V

Cost	$11,532 Average Instant Market Value	$13,039 Average Instant Market Value	$17,115 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway)	25	22	27
Horsepower	140	242	166
Crash Test Rating	5	5	5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)	23.6	31.7	35.7
Front Leg Room (inches)	42.1	42.6	41.3

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2011 Kia Sportage Reviews

Don't Love, Don't Hate... By Corban88

I think I have a bad taste in my mouth about these vehicles because the first one I purchased was a lemon. It was purchased back by the dealer and that's how I acquired this one. It's okay, but it's... Read More

Prepared To Be Shocked By Steven

The build quality shocked me for the make. brilliant miles to the gallon for the size of the car. This must be the best looking crossover on the road today. stylish lines daytime running LED lights ma... Read More

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2010 Kia Sportage Reviews

Quality, Reliable. Fun Car For Great Price. By Michael14754

This Sportage is very well engineered, comfortable, competent, and roomy, while still getting 20 - 23 mpg. Acceleration is above average, braking and overall handling is outstanding. Performs exceptio... Read More

If You're Looking For A Little Suv, I Think You'll Like The Sportage. By JACKIE749

It's a great vehicle for the money. I get about 21 mpg around town. We have not taken it out on a long trip as yet. There is plenty of leg room in the back seat. The back seats fold down easy to make... Read More

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2009 Kia Sportage Reviews

Its Good For Some People And Not For Others. By Ahmad

hmm whell u should drive it then you can judge it because judging a car depends on ur previous car (last car u owned)... but overall its a good car cauze its cheap and an SUV and got good look.. Read More

I Love It, For A 4 Cylinder Suv/cuv A Very Nice Ride By Unique

Good Vehicle, Cyrrently In A Work In Progress Mode, Has Underglow, 18" Motegi DP12 Rims Sitting On 225/50/18 Uniroyal Tigerpaw AS65's, Great Fuel Economy For A Smaller SUV. Fun Little Vehicle Overall,... Read More

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2007 Kia Sportage Reviews

I Like It, If It Lasts I Will Love It By SUVhunter

Don't know a thing about them yet. Time will tell hoping its dependable. I love it so far. Drives great, appearance is good. No squeaks or rattles. breaks great. So far it does what I need it to do. G... Read More

Great Car By kja_miller

Just got it. love it. great for family with small children. safe and easy to drive. nice compact suv. not to big not to small. will definatly buy kia again in future. my daughter even loves it. fun to... Read More

Read all 9 2007 Kia Sportage reviews

2006 Kia Sportage Reviews

Noisy But Dependable, Roomy Small Suv. By TheJohnstons

I bought this car brand new in 2006. We have 90K miles on it, and have spent money only on routine maintenance items to keep it running. It has plenty of cargo room in the back for packing luggage f... Read More

Good Car For Good Money By Ziad

good car over all, powerful, looks good inside and outside compear with price and model, back view looks better than front but new models are amazing my adive to buy 2400cc or 2700 like mine which is ... Read More

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2011 Kia Sportage Reviews

Don't Love, Don't Hate... By Corban88

Prepared To Be Shocked By Steven

2010 Kia Sportage Reviews

Quality, Reliable. Fun Car For Great Price. By Michael14754

If You're Looking For A Little Suv, I Think You'll Like The Sportage. By JACKIE749

2009 Kia Sportage Reviews

Its Good For Some People And Not For Others. By Ahmad

I Love It, For A 4 Cylinder Suv/cuv A Very Nice Ride By Unique

2007 Kia Sportage Reviews

I Like It, If It Lasts I Will Love It By SUVhunter

Great Car By kja_miller

2006 Kia Sportage Reviews

Noisy But Dependable, Roomy Small Suv. By TheJohnstons

Good Car For Good Money By Ziad