The Kia Sportage caught my attention mainly for its looks. It feels much more premium than its price suggests. Once inside, the design is sleek, the seats are comfy, and the tech is easy to use. The engine is smooth enough for city and highway, though it’s not meant for heavy off-roading. The boot space is good for a small family’s needs, and the safety features like lane assist and parking sensors really add confidence. It’s economical to run too. If you’re after something stylish that doesn’t compromise on features, Sportage balances it all nicely.

The Kia Sportage has a good performance with a powerful engine of 136 and 197 horsepower and torque from 192 to 320 Nm. Kia is offering the Sportage with automatic transmission, it is available in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations. Going from 0-100 km/h takes 8 to 11 seconds, it is a high speed SUV with top speed of 220 km/h. The best part is the mileage, with company claims of up ro 13 km, means lower running cost. I consider the Sportage as a reasonable size, price and a practical car for anyone in UAE looking for fun at economical running cost.

The Sportage with its key advantages in power, performance and space is a best, most suitable SUV for families looking for a capable car. Right from the 2L engine, great power and torque of 152hp and 192 Nm, respectively, it combines practicality and performance. The cabin is spacious, comfy and packed with features that are above segment, and you feel a lot relaxed so good for long drives along with the boot space for huge storage. Kia is offering a number of safety features on the Sportage, which is kind of standard in the competition as everyone expects them to be. I would remind the Sportage of anyone looking for a best price family SUV.

We almost finalized the Sportage but at the last moment dropped the idea and went with Creta. The Sportage is a good SUV with a lot going on, but when we saw the new Creta, test drove it and compared with it, it came as too cheaper and more practical than the Sportage. So, yes, even though we have nothing going against the Sportage, we selected Creta. But anyone has a higher budget should consider the Sportage as it has a bigger engine, space and better options to choose.

The Kia Sportage has surpassed my expectations. Despite many owners criticizing its limited cargo space, I was easily able to fit a large bookshelf. The SUV is very quiet, with enjoyable driving dynamics and smooth handling. Gas mileage is exceptional in its segment, reaching on highways up to 28 mpg. The top-notch safety features offer immense peace of mind while driving, though the cross-traffic alert when reversing can be inconsistent. The seats are very comfortable, and visibility is excellent. The Kia Sportage nails comfort and practicality effortlessly.