2018 Kia Sportage
The 2018 Kia Sportage has 232 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (41%) concerns engine. Next are electrical system (13%) and drivetrain & axles (8%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 232 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Engine 41% of complaints
- Recalls
- 3
- Fuel economy
- 21 to 26 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 5 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
The 2018 Kia Sportage has 232 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (41%) concerns engine. Next are electrical system (13%) and drivetrain & axles (8%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2018 Kia Sportage
Recalls
The 2018 Kia Sportage is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 6 versions of the 2018 Kia Sportage. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 26 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 23 city / 30 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2018 Kia Sportage earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.