New Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In for Sale nearOakland, CA

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

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

The Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In's current nationwide average price is $31,988, and its lowest point over the past year was $30,943. 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 Hybrid Plug-In a good car?

Yes — the Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In earns strong owner approval across the model range. 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 center on ride quality, backseat comfort, and interior materials, so you should weigh those against the model's style, technology, and ownership appeal.

32.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In very highly, and the available expert feedback points to a strong ownership package with a great warranty and appealing technology. The 2023 model also stands out for its modern design and flexible plug-in hybrid setup.

• Owners rate the Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, you should plan for the added complexity that comes with plug-in hybrid hardware and charging needs.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Kia Drive Wise
• Infotainment: 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 40.3 mpg

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

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

• X-Line: This trim starts the plug-in hybrid lineup and brings the model's X-Line styling treatment, standard 19-inch wheels, and the core plug-in hybrid setup. It suits you if you want the entry point into the PHEV without moving up to the more feature-rich version.
• X-Line Prestige: This is the best-value trim if you want the most complete version of the model, adding the Harman Kardon premium sound system, Blind-Spot View Monitor, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, Highway Driving Assist, surround-view camera, and additional parking and braking tech.

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

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

Higher-listing model years tend to draw more shopper attention because they usually give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price and equipment mix.

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

Both model years show price declines, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The changes are relatively modest, so these recent Sportage Hybrid Plug-In models are moving down without a dramatic drop in value. That can make them appealing if you want a newer plug-in hybrid with some price relief.

The 2023 and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In 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 Hybrid Plug-In now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −5.23% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −2.68%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 31.7% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 34%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $32,847. The Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In offers a stylish design that helps it stand out in the compact SUV class.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The Sportage PHEV has a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, 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: The latest model adds collision warning with automatic braking at intersections, front and rear parking sensors, automatic rear braking, a camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, and Highway Driving Assist.
• Starting price: The Sportage PHEV sits at the top of the model lineup, and it comes only in X-Line ($38,690) and X-Line Prestige ($43,190) trim levels.

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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.