Used Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid for Sale nearPalm Desert, CA

How much does the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid cost in today's market?

Used Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid's current nationwide average price is $31,119, and its lowest point over the past year was $30,753. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid a good car?

Yes — the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is a strong pick if you want a stylish, tech-forward compact SUV with broad owner approval. The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data. Expert reviews rate the 2023 model among the highest across all years. The main trade-offs are a ride and handling setup that can feel unsettled, a backseat that draws criticism, and interior materials that some reviewers find less polished than the price suggests. 34.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid top marks, and the available expert commentary repeatedly highlights its appealing design, strong technology, and generous warranty coverage. That combination points to a model that tends to satisfy shoppers who value modern features and a well-rounded ownership experience.

• Owners rate the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you verify the vehicle history and choose a well-kept example.

What should I look for when buying a used Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 89.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Kia Drive Wise, with forward-collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, blind-spot assist, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, automatic high-beam headlights, rear parking sensors, a rear-seat reminder system, and a Safe Exit Warning system.
• Infotainment: a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: Kia says you can recharge the Sportage Plug-in Hybrid in two hours using a 240-volt Level 2 charger, and at the end of the 78.4-mile evaluation drive, we averaged 40.3 mpg.

Which Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid trim should I buy?

The 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid offers these trims:

• X-Line: The entry trim brings the plug-in hybrid setup, standard all-wheel drive, and the X-Line styling treatment, making it the value-oriented choice if you want the model’s core capability and look.
• X-Line Prestige: This trim adds the 12.3-inch digital gauge panel and 12.3-inch touchscreen under curved glass, a Harman Kardon premium sound system with eight speakers, a surround-view camera, Blind-Spot View Monitor, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, and Highway Driving Assist.

What Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid do most buyers choose?

The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which can make it easier to compare prices, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the most visible on the market, so you can shop with a clearer sense of what a fair asking price looks like.

What is the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid's resale value?

Prices are moving lower for both model years, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The changes are relatively modest, so the market looks stable rather than volatile. That makes these recent model years appealing if you want a newer Sportage Plug-In Hybrid without paying close to original pricing. The 2023 and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid safe?

• 2023: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −6.43% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −1.67%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 33.8% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 34.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $31,640. The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid offers a stylish, tech-forward cabin that helps it stand out in the compact SUV class.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The Sportage PHEV has an impressive powertrain. Kia pairs a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and a six-speed automatic transmission with a 66.9-kilowatt electric motor and a 13.8-kilowatt-hour lithium polymer battery pack.
• Tech: The infotainment system includes wired Apple CarPlay, wired Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and a navigation system.
• Safety: Every Sportage PHEV has a standard collection of driving assistance and collision avoidance systems bundled under the Kia Drive Wise banner.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid compare to the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid:

• Pros: Stylish design, Impressive technology, Great warranty.
• Cons: Sloppy ride and handling, Uncomfortable backseat, Interior materials feel cheap.

2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime:

• Pros: Impressive electric range, Easy-to-use technology, Excellent value for money.
• Cons: Minor transmission drone, Sticky brake pedal feel and response, Irritating lane-centering assist system.

Our experts score the 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid 7.2/10 and the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime 8.2/10. The Kia leans into style, technology, and warranty coverage, while the Toyota counters with stronger electric range and better value. The Sportage’s ride and interior quality concerns stand out against the RAV4 Prime’s more polished overall package, though the Kia’s lower average used price may make it the more accessible choice.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.