Summary

• With 863 currently listed for sale and an average price of $9,965.00, 28.9% of 2016 Kia Sportages for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2016 Kia Sportage 4.67 / 5 stars.

• 59.3% of 2016 Sportage models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2016 Kia Sportage stands out as the final year of the third-generation model, and it offers a straightforward mix of usable power, decent efficiency, and a practical cabin. It came in Base, LX, EX and SX trim levels, with a standard 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 176 horsepower and an available 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with 260 hp in the top SX trim. The base engine could return up to 25 mpg combined, while the turbocharged version was rated at up to 24 mpg combined, giving buyers a choice between everyday efficiency and stronger performance.

What makes this Sportage appealing is that it balances a more engaging driving feel with enough room for daily use. Its suspension was on the stiff side, which improved handling feel, but it also meant the 2011-2016 Sportage was not as comfortable on broken pavement as some peers. Inside, it offered passable room for four average adults, though cargo space was down by around 15 cubic feet compared with top rivals of the era, so it was better suited to buyers who valued a compact footprint and a reasonably roomy passenger area over maximum utility.

Other model years to consider

• 2025 Kia Sportage

  • Average price: $27,579.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.3%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,933

• 2024 Kia Sportage

  • Average price: $26,430.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.5%
  • User rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Total listings: 5,630

• 2017 Kia Sportage

  • Average price: $11,446.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 30.1%
  • User rating: 4.82 / 5
  • Total listings: 1,138

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.