Used 2023 Kia Sportage for Sale nearRaleigh, NC

How much does the 2023 Kia Sportage cost?

Prices have softened 5.00% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 5,053 listings available, which suggests you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2023 Kia Sportage a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Kia Sportage earns a 4.67/5 user rating and a 7.17/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel and Technology.

Owners consistently praise its great value, spacious interior, and impressive features, and they also like the modern styling. The main trade-offs are a bit less trunk space than some shoppers want and more power under the hood. That lines up with the overview: you’re getting a compact crossover that stands out on design, space, and tech, while performance is the weaker part of the package.

With 35.1% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market still gives you room to shop selectively.

Is the 2023 Kia Sportage reliable?

Owners rate it 4.67/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback also points to a vehicle you can count on for everyday use, with repeated praise for its value and the way it delivers a lot of features for the money. The expert review reinforces that dependable, easy-to-live-with impression by describing it as a feature-rich compact SUV with strong everyday appeal.

Kia’s long powertrain warranty adds another layer of ownership confidence, and the maintenance coverage helps reduce early-service costs. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about basic durability and more about choosing a well-kept example with the right equipment and condition.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Kia Sportage?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because accident-free status does not replace a full records review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on interior condition, electronics, and any signs of hard use. Since owners mention minor complaints about the backup camera and moonroof limitations, it’s smart to test those features directly on any listing you consider.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base LX uses cloth seats and an 8-inch infotainment screen, while EX and above get the larger display and a leather-wrapped steering wheel; SX and above add a leather-wrapped shift knob. The base trim also misses the more upscale cabin presentation that makes the Sportage feel especially modern.
• Powertrain: The gas model uses a 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It’s available with FWD or AWD, and the review notes that the engine is not especially quick.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist, lane-following assist, lane-departure warning, rear backup sensors, and a backup camera. EX adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe exit warning, while adaptive cruise control requires at least SX.
• Infotainment: EX and up get a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the base LX uses an 8-inch screen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. The top interface keeps wired CarPlay and Android Auto, and SX and up add a panoramic, curved 12.3-inch driver display.
• Fuel efficiency: The gas Sportage is rated at 25 mpg city and 32 highway with FWD, or 23/28/25 with AWD.

Which 2023 Kia Sportage trim should I buy?

The 2023 Kia Sportage is offered in 7 trim levels: LX, EX, SX, SX Prestige, X-Line, X-Pro, and X-Pro Prestige.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the entry point, but it’s also the least compelling if you want the Sportage’s best value. You get the base cloth interior and the smaller infotainment screen, though wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are a nice surprise at this level.
• EX: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it unlocks the larger touchscreen, more upscale cabin touches, and key safety upgrades like blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe exit warning. It’s also the trim level the review says makes the Sportage competitive in its segment.
• SX: This trim adds the panoramic, curved digital display and adaptive cruise control, making it the better pick if you want a more premium tech experience.
• SX Prestige: This is the upscale choice if you want the most advanced comfort and safety content short of the off-road-focused models. It also gets the brand’s blind-view monitor and Highway driving assist.
• X-Line: This trim is mainly about style, with rugged visual cues like 19-inch wheels and black exterior trim, but it does not add off-road hardware.
• X-Pro: This is the one to choose if you want genuine off-road-oriented equipment, including all-terrain tires and drive modes tuned for those tires.
• X-Pro Prestige: This is the most feature-rich version of the off-road-oriented setup, combining the X-Pro hardware with the higher-end safety and convenience content.

The safety-package sweet spot starts at EX, while the most advanced Kia driver-assistance features are reserved for SX Prestige and X-Pro Prestige.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Kia Sportage?

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 5,053 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.00% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 84.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $23,684, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Kia Sportage's resale value?

The current average of $23,980 sits slightly below last year's $25,242.

That price movement suggests the Sportage has softened enough to give used buyers some leverage, but it also means future sellers should expect a market that rewards clean condition and strong equipment more than simple age alone. If you buy well now, you may have a better chance of limiting depreciation later because you’re entering at a lower average price point than last year.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.67/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Kia Sportage safe?

The 2023 Kia Sportage has not yet been crash-tested by NHTSA or IIHS.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist and lane-following assist, lane-departure warning, rear backup sensors, and a backup camera. EX adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and safe exit warning, while adaptive cruise control requires at least SX. Kia’s blind-view monitor and Highway driving assist are reserved for SX Prestige and X-Pro Prestige.

Should I buy a 2023 Kia Sportage or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.00% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.67/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 brings a redesigned look, a spacious cabin, and standout technology.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $17,855, the 2022 costs less than the current year's $23,980 average.
• It offers a stylish, safe, and upscale feel with an available turbocharged engine.

The bottom line: Choose the 2023 if you want the newer design, stronger tech, and broader appeal. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2022 is the better value play, especially if you’re comfortable giving up some of the newer model’s polish and presence.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.