Test drove a non hybrid SX prestige yesterday. Dealer said hybrids are non-existent in TX. Non-hybrid definitely was slow--def. needs the hybrid motor, and mpg isn't too hot. Dealer had a 7.5k markup lol on the non-hybrid and said they put 10k markup on hybrids lol. I'm not paying 50k for a kia compact SUV. Hoping the market gets better. If not, I'm literally driving my existing cars into the ground, Cuba style.

@neildesposito1492

Жыл бұрын

Great honesty

Thanks for your review of this 2023 Kia Sportage. It made me more confident to have this one soon !!! 👍😉

Good video, I have the 2021 Kia Sportage SX Turbo and I can each every advantage to owning this hybrid so much more clearly through your presentation!

Just got this same one today fully loaded and I love it!!!

Thanks for the walk through! going to test drive one tomorrow

Anyone else dealing with Kia dealerships’ price gouging? I understand it’s a sellers market, but these people are acting like they’re doing you a favor by showing you their vehicle Great review, btw!

@onhylde6086

2 жыл бұрын

New Kia in Alaska is going 6k-10k over price and Toyota on the type of new car you get

@PhuongLe-mz8uh

2 жыл бұрын

@@onhylde6086 report that to KIA, I got mine and in the after selling survey, they even ask if there was any mark up on price 👍

@onhylde6086

2 жыл бұрын

​@@PhuongLe-mz8uh It is good that we can report them for the mark up price on the KIA after selling survey, Hope more people will report their dealerships for mark up prices in their area as will.

@Joefaking

2 жыл бұрын

3k mark up in Seattle, WA. Non-negotiable. The sportage we test drove (non-hybrid) was purchased while we were putting in a deposit for a hybrid prestige coming next week (original customer backed out of their this morning and we got a call to deposit; they had several other people lined up for a deposit if we declined, which we didn't.. we took the 3k markup hit to avoid waiting 6 months for a MSRP Hyundai Tucson with no markup)

@tunatuna8877

2 жыл бұрын

just picked ours up, 995 markup. 37k including tax otd for hybrid ex with sunroof. Northern VA

Picked my "Vesta Blue" hybrid SX-Prestigue up on Friday. So far I love it! The color was so much better when I saw it in person.

@michelepeck536

Жыл бұрын

Excited for you! Did u get the pretty white/navy interior? I ordered that combo in the ex premium hybrid…. Hope to get it before the year ends lol! Congrats on ur new car!

@thefingerofgod69

Жыл бұрын

@@michelepeck536 Unfortunatly that color combo doesn’t come with that trim. I got the black interior. I think it was the only option with the vesta blue. That said, I love the combo. Very happy I got it. I think you are going to be happy as a clam too! Good luck!

@desivlogs5612

Жыл бұрын

Hey congrats the 🎉 new car How long it took for the delivery to complete since you placed the order ?! Also - did you get black sealing and side pillers also black with Vesta blue exterior color?

@thefingerofgod69

Жыл бұрын

@@desivlogs5612 I think it took about two months. Can't remember exactly. But it came just in time as I ordered the car so I could make a trip. As for the color... I think you are asking about the trim that goes around the pillars of the car, right? If so then yes, I got the dark trim. It is the only color that comes on the SX-Prestige trim. I actually like it. As for the interior... it is black (though t he headliner is the lighter cream color). I also like the interior as well. I think I would have preferred the black headliner but we can't have everything, right? (If we could I would have certainly gotten power folding mirrors but that wasn't even an option in the US (it is an option in Europe as far as I can tell though)).

@desivlogs5612

Жыл бұрын

@@thefingerofgod69 thanks for the response Christopher I spoke to my dealer and he was telling me that the wait time for hybrid is 6-8 months and plug in hybrid is 8-10 months 🥲 I’m just concerned if I’d be getting a car at the end of last year if I place the order now….im just not sure if I should be getting hybrid or plug-in hybrid

The quality of Kia Motors is very good. My 2004 Sportage proved it. 👍

@SleekSpacesLiving

Жыл бұрын

Ty for your comment! Glad to hear!

I appreciate your in-depth walkthrough. We ordered a car with this exact spec, so it was nice to see what it will look like "in person" rather than just the online renderings. Now we wait 8-12 months...

@nakiford13

Жыл бұрын

Do you pay at order or when it arrives?

@jordandegraw4497

Жыл бұрын

Upon arrival. Still waiting on a 8-12 lead time.

@ebarnes863

Жыл бұрын

I just got mine at MSRP and it is worth the wait. You are correct. In person point of view gives you a better idea of what you're getting. It is also a lot higher off of the ground than you would think.

@ryangeorge4590

8 ай бұрын

Hey did you receive your order. I’m looking to get one soon.

Hi Ben, how does this compare to the 2023 RAV4 Limited Hybrid?

Hey Ben when you use the power lift gate is there a clicking noise like a plastic clicking noise when opening and closing it ?

Thanks for the video is this a lot smaller then thr telluride? Is the inside color red or rust? Is this a lot smaller then the telluride? How would you say this compares to the Audi Q5 performance and size. My Q5 is a little small for me always drove SUV. I am a 74 year old widow and l love the Telluride but in Colorado they are jacked up $10k. My last car was an Infinity Q6 liked it’s size the Q5 just seems to small. I have driven a Q7 is this

The overengineered cup holder got me lmaoo, I actually really like it as my mug now fits

Great car, and as much as I like edgy styling, that front end is literally as busy as the back of the last type r civic

I wish the black across the back was red light all the way across. That car did have the smart power lift gate, correct?

Just bought this in black without seeing it. $4k markup in LA. Shipping it to NorCal in a few days.

Have you reviewed the 2023 crv and compared. Heard there is going to be more power and upgrades. Like to see comparison

@dalex7777

2 жыл бұрын

The new Honda CR-V is not out yet…

Hi there ! Does this model has ambient lighting?

Bought this exact model, pretty happy so far. Huge markup from the dealership but got it down to 4k, they wanted 10k locally and 7.5k in LA

@jjgreek1

2 жыл бұрын

Greedy bastards

@Dklew9418

2 жыл бұрын

I was able to find one in LA county for 4k markup also with 10k in addin features but they just waived that off

@shanm6001

2 жыл бұрын

4k markup is still freaking insane.

@kingjon5818

Жыл бұрын

I'd fly elsewhere to buy one with no markup...

@harshshah4672

Жыл бұрын

Its good canadian dealership doesn't do that....across the board..not that i know of so far

Wife and I just put a deposit on a SX, can't wait

How do the hybrids do in colder climates????

Thank you Ben!

Hi I'm also living in SLC, Utah I hope you could make a review in Kia Sportage youre experience driving it in snow. Really love this car. And does it has a feature like wireless connection for music?

@otter4771

Жыл бұрын

The EXand SX does not. Only wireless charging. So you ja e to plug it in for Amdroid Auto play and Apple.

Love my 2023 sportage! Better than all the cars in its class for sure!!!

Just bought the sportage phev and absolutely love it. It goes with our ev6 fe

@keriddunk1520

Жыл бұрын

Would you get the tax credit?

@scubafrost2007

Жыл бұрын

@@keriddunk1520 for the EV6 yes and my wife will get the 5k on the state level for her Sportage her in CT. The federal is gone. We did not buy it for the tax credit reason though so doesn't bother us. We bought it because it helps up save a huge amount of money and we have a 14kw solar system that juicebox has set up to charge with solar and battery.

Love it well done 🎉

Watching this makes me want that Sportage so bad

Hi Ben I’m looking to buy this one through your help

How quiet is the interior?

Where are y’all getting the cars?

which trim is the one that you reviewed?

We just put a deposit down. Wife liked the inside, I liked the power train, esp the reg auto. But the ext design surprised me. You can def see small design elements that are similar to Audi.

@Carfan678

2 жыл бұрын

Literally looks nothing like an Audi u couldn’t pick anything more different looking 🤣. This is super weird and has that buggy look absolutely no Audi looks like this their all clean and simple designs, this is overly designed and down right ugly

@tunatuna8877

2 жыл бұрын

@@Carfan678 First of all I said SMALL elements of design. Also I've had 3 Audi's over the last 5 years so you see subtle things after looking at one in your garage everyday. Last, Audi's designer went to Kia years ago and is now of their presidents. Maybe actually try to learn something about automotive design before trying to shit post.

@sneakersonfeet9045

2 жыл бұрын

@@Carfan678 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I think it is cool looking and so do allot of people. It is bold and different in a sea of boring small SUV’s

@tommytfaa

2 жыл бұрын

I liked it.... saw another review stating real world magazine at 30mpg.... 38 epa? I mean 34 35 maybe but 30 sucks

@tunatuna8877

2 жыл бұрын

@@tommytfaa We just picked ours up today. EX awd, 34.8 combined going from Fairfax va to va beach. traffic, side streets, stop and go etc. Also the switch from ev to gas is seamless. Super impressed.

what hybrid model features apple car play?

I'm getting this car.

Should I be worried with this if i drive 17k miles a year ona verage and drive on snow? concerns me if it can make it to 200k miles. Want this long term

Red is my favorite color, however having that color inside a car for the seats & trim is a no go…

@neildesposito1492

Жыл бұрын

Why is the red seats a no go ?

Can you use the paddle shifters at any time, or do you need to put it into a manual mode using the shift knob or something?

@PhuongLe-mz8uh

Жыл бұрын

anytime

@timmerred5

Жыл бұрын

@@PhuongLe-mz8uh Thank you.

Is this better than the Hyundai Tucson hybrid limited

I wish I had this car

what color is this? you didnt say in the video

Can't wait for my turbo no mark up 😁

I think Kia and Hyundai are only warrantying hybrid parts for 3 years on certain models. Reply back if I'm wrong

which exterior color is this? i've been seeing a lot of shadow matte gray, but this isn't it!

Good review but I need a Dramamine watching your videos, ugh…. Slow down the camera movement plz. Excited to get the one I ordered!

I'm so torn between this or just wait and see what the 2023 RAV4 prime will look like. I feel like this has alot more tech but the RAV4 has a better Powertrain.

@Adam-me4rk

Жыл бұрын

I'm having the same debate

@agger838

Жыл бұрын

Toyota is always way behind on tech. Their hybrids are tried and true though. Do you plan on keeping the Kia past 100k/10yrs?

@christopherarista8437

Жыл бұрын

@@agger838 probably. I always try to keep my cars as long as I can. I take really good care of them. So they last me a while. Have a 2010 Camaro SS with 236,000 never had any engine problems. I have a 2020 Nissan Sentra SV that i want to trade in for that Kia Sportage phev

@agger838

Жыл бұрын

@@christopherarista8437 I'd wait then. Buy in December-february. I bet things will be better for a buyer then

@christopherarista8437

Жыл бұрын

@@agger838 so should I get a rav 4 prime or Sportage PHEV

I want this car so bad but refuse to pay any markups!

@mkingmario15

Жыл бұрын

Me too

You skipped over the rear seat USB ports.

Pennsylvania gas 5 bucks going up is there a government discount for hybrid or should I quit my paycheck to paycheck job

@thomasmcginnis7526

2 жыл бұрын

Quit

No EV button?

what is that color called?

@dalex7777

2 жыл бұрын

Gravity Gray

So disappointed the Canadian SX version has heated rear seats...

@annievvho

Жыл бұрын

The Canadian version is also called a Sportāhshe. At least, that’s how they say it.

What’s going on with that rear middle fold down cup holder? Does it not stop at 90 degrees? Seems like an odd miss for a premium package.

I love my X-Pro.

I appreciate the kinds of reviews you do here, but the only time we actually see more than about 5% of the car... you're in the way. I'd encourage you to also take a minute to show what the car looks like. I wanted to send my wife a video where she could see how the hybrid looks in this color but it's all closeups.

@TheGodofZilla

Жыл бұрын

Maybe you and I didn't watch the same video but he clearly shows a front view 1:11, side view 2:12 and rear view 2:59. Either you're blind, didn't watch the video or just like to complain. I could clearly see what the color and vehicle look like from what he shows.

I bought a 22 Sorento hybrid s 3 payments ago....4500 miles and it stopped working (may 25). Still in the shop, Kia in Korea is baffled, I'm pissed.

@amonslow

2 жыл бұрын

Just curious how they handled it. I know it's under warranty but did they give you a loaner car?

@johngatsby1473

2 жыл бұрын

@@amonslow yeah....I'm driving a 21 kia Sorento (POS) and sadly I can say this has been an absolutely HORRIBLE experience with this dealer. This is my second Kia from them and they treated me like a king on that Niro but that was pre COVID. Im talking....I haven't even heard one word or text from my service advisor. I've had to call and ask if anyone had a freakin clue. All I heard was that Kia was working with them to fix it. Giving them the benefit of the doubt I think the dealership is VERY short handed due to this MIA workforce. I dunno but I don't want the Sorento anymore.

@amonslow

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that. I have a deposit on a camry hybrid but I'm kinda intrigued by the kia/hyundai brand because of the features and big warranty. Warranty is no good if they don't take care of you.

@johngatsby1473

2 жыл бұрын

@@amonslow I suspect the breakdown is supply chain related. I'm not sure but my past experience with Kia was absolutely amazing. I don't think you will go wrong on either car.

That key fob looks like a vape pen, lol

I hate CVT on CRV

Does the engine still catch on fire?

But what are the negatives? 😕

I love this car!

hello i am interested to buy this vehicle. i live in TX. Do you ship the car here? please let me know? thank you

@juliusseizure2673

2 жыл бұрын

You can pay to have it shipped to you. The dealer will sell it to you, but they aren't going to pay to ship it to you.

That red is ughhh! I have the same gravity grey in the EX Hybrid. I couldn't justify the extra $7k (in Canada) for a few extra nice to have features that I will probably never use or wont miss not having them.

It seems very quiet inside..

How can you not compare it to Hyundai tucson hybrid. You only mentioned rav4 and crv as its competitors. These both have turbo engines with nice torque. I wanted your view between both these korean makes vs rav4 or crv. Cmon

@cuam40

Жыл бұрын

Because they are basically the same - same power train and battery, same infotainment, just cosmetics are different. What is there to compare..

Harmon sound system Omg. So much better than Bose!!

@johnnyh64

2 ай бұрын

I couldn’t disagree more. I have the Harmon and I’m not impressed with the sound.

Literally none on any Kia lots where i live

@Jesse-xu6wx

Жыл бұрын

Same in LA. People are paying 10k over and outbidding each other.

The big question is how will the quality hold up over some years? Only time will tell.

@chinoytheman

2 жыл бұрын

Well it does give you 5 years/60k bumper to bumper warranty.

@yoecardoza2764

2 жыл бұрын

Kia and Hyundai are recalling over 500 000 veh with engines catching fire so 🤷‍♂️

@chinoytheman

2 жыл бұрын

@@yoecardoza2764 hehe

@PrepperDawg

2 жыл бұрын

@@yoecardoza2764 Yep, keeping my 2018 RAV for a looong time.

@applerider4205

2 жыл бұрын

The quality of Kia Motors is very good. My 2004 Sportage proved it.

Speed .75x

I want wireless Carplay, KIA fix it! On the top end models. Please.

@hyderalmosawy

Жыл бұрын

Is there legit no wireless capability on this model?

@Jesse-xu6wx

Жыл бұрын

@@hyderalmosawy the one I ordered says it does.

@hyderalmosawy

Жыл бұрын

@@Jesse-xu6wx But you can connect to general bluetooth to play audio from your phone right? Apple carplay is what is wired?

It is not worth it when you have to get the dealer anywhere from 5:00 to $7,000 just to buy one forget it

It's cheaper because it will start falling apart by year 7-8 while the Rav4 would last for 15-20 years (Ex Kia owner).

@gtiguy1992able

Жыл бұрын

Rav4 are garbage

@dawudgt

Жыл бұрын

Ex Toyota RAV4 Owner (lots of problems) and getting the KIA. I’ll post in a few years

@PhuongLe-mz8uh

Жыл бұрын

I don't think I'm gonna keep my car that long. What year is it?

@shellywatson9845

Жыл бұрын

I have a white 2007 Kia Sportage EX. It's been a great vehicle for me and it still runs well. I bought it new, have had it for 15 years now, and it's in great condition. I just sold it to the first person who looked at it, and am getting another Kia Sportage 2023 X Line or SX. I hope I will have the same good luck with my new one. Definitely shop around. One dealer tried to charge me $6500 more for the exact same vehicle with the exact same package. This same dealership told me I had to finance through them or they wouldn't sell me a car. Sad, because it's the same dealership that I purchased the Kia I have now from. They obviously don't value their known customers to pull that. They suddenly changed their mind and said I could finance on my own, after I told them I wouldn't purchase from them unless I could. When I told them I got a much better price elsewhere, they said they could come down $1000. Needless to say, I went with another dealership who didn't play shady games. I got an entended wrap around warranty and still saved over $5000.😊

Whenever a dealership allows a review, the reviewer always seems biased. This review isnt any different.

We seriously need more KIA haters, there is no goddam inventory for 2023 sportage hybrid. People found out KIA went all out with 2023 hybrid powertrain and now the dealerships are literally auctioning these things off. Honda CRV hybrid being a let down with CVT engine didn't help with inventory situation at all.😡🤬

san jose KIA add $5000 more

I love everything about this car except apple and android auto.

New body style look a lil uhhhhh like the Hyundai Tucson.

@BenHardyCars

2 жыл бұрын

It does

@wyattblanchard2064

2 жыл бұрын

There brother sis company’s the big boys give them a frame and motor and the brand make they own look.. that’s why they similar

Rav 4 and CRV are way overpriced and not as interesting looking. Not to mention the warranty and materials used in the KIA. I drove them all and it was a no brainer to go for the KIA Sportage Hybrid.

I can't afford it sory - WW

Kia sportage hybrid awesome SUV you can take your girlfriend on a date

Boring review

Nope!!!!!!!!

No hybrid for me. Gas only.