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2014 Kia Sportage

SUV · 2010–2027 · Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

2011–2016 Kia Sportage
2011–2016 pictured. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Which year to buy

Too new to judge: 2026–2027. Give a new year a year or two of owner reports.

Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.

2014GOOD BUYSerious complaints 1.4× usual, mostly engine and brakes Extended coverage

105 serious complaints of 123, the most about engine (71) and brakes (21); per car on the road, 1.4× this model's usual year. 3 recalls.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, May 2022

“The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the brakes, Jun 2022

Fixes and extended coverage

  • Extended coverage Request for reimbursement form: wty007 - 2011–2014 my sportage 2.0l turbo gdi & 2.4l gdi engine warranty extension program - if you have paid to have your engine repaired/replaced due to connecting rod failure, you may be eligible for reimbursement for some or all of that expense. (WTY007FORM, Aug 2016)
  • Extended coverage CUSTOMER SATISFACTION BULLETIN: 2017-02 - 2014 MY SPORTAGE (SL) ENGINE SHORT BLOCK WARRANTY EXTENSION - The purpose of this bulletin is to provide information related to the extension of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty for the Engine Short Block Assembly (engine block, crankshaft and bearings,… (WTYCS201702, Jul 2017)
  • Extended coverage dealer parts and service manager memo: wty007 - 2011-2014 my sportage 2.0l turbo gdi & 2.4l gdi engine - effective immediately, kia motors america, inc. Has extended the warranty coverage of the kia new vehicle limited warranty for the short block assembly (engine block, crankshaft and bearings,… (WTY007DEALERPSM, Aug 2016)
  • Extended coverage This warranty extension addresses issues with connecting rod wear which results in knocking noise from the engine. In order to maintain these standards, kia is extending the warranty coverage, to all owners, for the engine’s “short block” assembly on 2011-2014 my sportage 2.0l turbo gdi and 2.4l… (WTY007OWNER, Aug 2016)
  • Repair program DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO: SC141 - SERVICE CAMPAIGN - Attention: All Kia Dealer Principals - Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 2011-2014 MY Sorento,… (SC141DP, Dec 2016)
  • Repair program SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: SC141 - SERVICE CAMPAIGN - Attention: All Kia Service Managers - Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the underbody components of certain 2011-2014 MY Sorento,… (SC141DPSM, Dec 2016)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

123 owner complaints · 3 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 21–23 mpg · NHTSA: 4–5 of 5 stars · 2014 trims and features

Every Sportage year's verdict →

Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.

Trims and features

201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024202520262027

What changed for 2014

2014 Sportage trims

EXLXSX
Price
Starting MSRPfrom $25,000from $21,600from $26,900
Powertrain
Engine2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder2.0L Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection 4-cylinder
Horsepower182 hp182 hp260 hp
Torque177 lb-ft177 lb-ft269 lb-ft
TransmissionSportmaticSportmaticSportmatic
Gears666
DrivetrainAWD / FWDAWD / FWDAWD / FWD
Size and capability
Seats555
Max towing2,000 lb2,000 lb2,000 lb
Cargo behind last row26.1 cu ft26.1 cu ft26.1 cu ft
Max cargo54.6 cu ft54.6 cu ft54.6 cu ft
Ground clearance6.8 in6.8 in6.8 in
Length174.8 in174.8 in175.2 in
Curb weightAWD: 3,426 lb
FWD: 3,280 lb
AWD: 3,426 lb
FWD: 3,280 lb
AWD: 3,585 lb
FWD: 3,433 lb
Tech
TouchscreenOptional—Optional
Apple CarPlayOptional—Optional
Android AutoOptional—Optional
AudioInfinity—Infinity
Speakers666
Driver assistance
Parking sensorsRearOptionalRear
Comfort
SeatsCloth + optionCloth + optionCloth + option
Heated seatsFront—Front
Ventilated seatsOptional—Optional
Climate zones212
Second rowSplit BenchSplit BenchSplit Bench
Exterior
SunroofOptional—Optional
Wheels18 in17 in18 in
Headlights——HID Projector
Packages and options (40)
EXLXSX
EX / SX Premium Package Optional—Optional
LX Popular Package —Optional—
Auto Light Control StandardOptionalStandard
Cross Bars $225OptionalOptionalOptional
Mud Guards $95OptionalOptionalOptional
Power Tilt / Sliding Panoramic Sunroof Optional—Optional
Power-Folding Outside Mirrors Optional—Optional
Rear Spoiler StandardOptionalStandard
Roof Rails StandardOptionalStandard
Side Steps $495OptionalOptionalOptional
Tow Hitch $400OptionalOptional—
Outside Mirrors with LED Turn-Signal Indicators StandardOptionalStandard
Wheel Locks $55OptionalOptionalOptional
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Compass and HomeLink $350—Optional—
Cargo Cover $140OptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Mat $75OptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Net $50OptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Tray $80OptionalOptionalOptional
Carpeted Floor Mats $115OptionalOptionalOptional
Interior Light Kit $300OptionalOptionalOptional
Push-Button Start with Smart Key Optional—Optional
Remote Keyless Entry with Folding Key StandardOptionalStandard
Second-Row Armrest with Cup Holders StandardOptionalStandard
Trip Computer StandardOptionalStandard
Ventilated Front Seats Optional—Optional
UVO eServices with Voice-Command Navigation Optional—Optional
UVO eServices Infotainment System with Rear-Camera Display StandardOptionalStandard
Back-Up Warning System StandardOptionalStandard
Black Cherry OptionalOptionalOptional
Bright Silver —Optional—
Clear White OptionalOptionalOptional
Mineral Silver OptionalOptionalOptional
Sage Green OptionalOptional—
Sand Track —Optional—
Signal Red OptionalOptionalOptional
Twilight Blue OptionalOptionalOptional
Alpine Gray Cloth OptionalOptional—
Alpine Gray Leather Optional——
Black Cloth OptionalOptionalOptional
Black Leather Optional—Optional

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Oem order guide. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.

Year by year

YearEnginesDriveFuel economyCrash ratingRecalls Owner complaintsMost-reported problemCarPlay
2027 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid
1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid
2.5L 4-cyl
AWD, FWD24–41 mpg 5 of 5 0 1 Power train (1) —
2026 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid
1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid
2.5L 4-cyl
AWD, FWD24–42 mpg 5 of 5 1 37 Unknown or other (10) —
2025 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid
1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid
2.5L 4-cyl
AWD, FWD25–43 mpg 5 of 5 1 71 Unknown or other (25) Yes
2024 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 177 hp
1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid, 177 hp
2.5L 4-cyl
AWD, FWD25–43 mpg 5 of 5 3 103 Unknown or other (27) Yes
2023 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 177 hp
1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid, 177 hp
2.5L 4-cyl, 187 hp
AWD, FWD25–43 mpg 5 of 5 7 305 Electrical system (85) Yes
2022 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 235 hp
2.4L 4-cyl, 181 hp
AWD, FWD21–26 mpg 5 of 5 1 46 Engine (21) Yes
2021 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 235 hp
2.4L 4-cyl, 181 hp
AWD, FWD21–26 mpg 5 of 5 2 53 Engine (23) Yes
2020 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 235 hp
2.4L 4-cyl, 181 hp
AWD, FWD21–26 mpg 5 of 5 2 161 Engine (74) Yes
2019 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 240 hp
2.4L 4-cyl, 181 hp
AWD, FWD21–25 mpg 5 of 5 2 70 Engine (36) Yes
2018 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 240 hp
2.4L 4-cyl, 181 hp
AWD, FWD21–26 mpg 5 of 5 3 164 Engine (91) Yes
2017 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 240 hp
2.4L 4-cyl, 181 hp
AWD, FWD21–26 mpg 5 of 5 4 401 Engine (220) Yes
2016 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
2.4L 4-cyl
AWD, FWD21–23 mpg 4–5 of 5 2 131 Engine (59) No
2015 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
2.4L 4-cyl
AWD, FWD21–23 mpg 4–5 of 5 2 146 Engine (84) No
2014 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
2.4L 4-cyl
4WD, FWD21–23 mpg 4–5 of 5 3 123 Engine (71) No
2013 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
2.4L 4-cyl
manual available
4WD, FWD21–25 mpg 4–5 of 5 3 381 Engine (301) No
2012 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
2.4L 4-cyl
manual available
4WD, FWD21–25 mpg 4–5 of 5 5 392 Engine (328) No
2011 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
2.4L 4-cyl
manual available
4WD, FWD22–25 mpg Not rated 6 181 Engine (77) No
2010 2.0L 4-cyl
2.7L 6-cyl
manual available
4WD, FWD20–22 mpg Not rated 2 20 Service brakes, hydraulic (4) No

Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.

Which years have…

Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayAWD or 4WDPower liftgateHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof

Apple lists CarPlay for: Sportage 2017–2025 (Apple).

Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2027 KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID SUV HEV FWD5 NoNo 00
2027 KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID SUV HEV AWD5 NoNo 00
2027 KIA SPORTAGE SUV ICE FWD5 NoNo 00
2027 KIA SPORTAGE SUV ICE AWD5 NoNo 00
2027 KIA SPORTAGE PHEV SUV PHEV AWDNot Rated NoNo 00
2026 KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID SUV HEV AWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 17
2026 KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID SUV HEV FWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 17
2026 KIA SPORTAGE SUV N/A AWD5 StandardStandard 128
2026 KIA SPORTAGE SUV N/A FWD5 StandardStandard 128
2026 KIA SPORTAGE PHEV SUV PHEV AWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 12
2025 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 152
2025 Kia Sportage SUV FWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 152
2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV AWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 013
2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV FWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 013
2025 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 16
2025 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 16
2024 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 371
2024 Kia Sportage SUV FWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 371
2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV AWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 020
2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV FWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 020
2024 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 112
2024 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid SUV FWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 112
2023 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 6191
2023 Kia Sportage SUV FWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 6191
2023 Kia Sportage HEV SUV AWD5 Standard & OptionalStandard 199
2023 Kia Sportage HEV SUV FWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 199
2023 Kia Sportage PHEV SUV AWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 215
2023 Kia Sportage PHEV SUV FWDNot Rated Standard & OptionalStandard 215
2022 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 OptionalStandard 146
2022 Kia Sportage SUV FWD5 OptionalStandard 146
2021 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 OptionalStandard 253
2021 Kia Sportage SUV FWD5 OptionalStandard 253
2020 Kia Sportage SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 2161
2020 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 2161
2019 Kia Sportage SUV FWD5 OptionalOptional 270
2019 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 OptionalOptional 270
2018 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 OptionalOptional 3164
2018 Kia Sportage SUV FWD5 OptionalOptional 3164
2017 Kia Sportage SUV FWD5 OptionalOptional 4401
2017 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 OptionalOptional 4401
2016 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 NoNo 2131
2016 Kia Sportage SUV FWD4 NoNo 2131
2015 Kia Sportage SUV FWD4 NoNo 2146
2015 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 NoNo 2146
2014 Kia Sportage SUV FWD4 NoNo 3123
2014 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 NoNo 3123
2013 Kia Sportage SUV FWD4 NoNo 3381
2013 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 NoNo 3381
2012 Kia Sportage SUV AWD5 NoNo 5392
2012 Kia Sportage SUV FWD4 NoNo 5392
2011 Kia Sportage SUV 4WDNot Rated NoNo 6181
2011 Kia Sportage SUV FWDNot Rated NoNo 6181
2010 Kia Sportage 4-DR w/SABNot Rated NoNo 220

Source: NHTSA.

Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2027Sportage AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2027Sportage FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2027Sportage Hybrid AWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 35
2027Sportage Hybrid FWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 41
2027Sportage Plug-in HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 36
2027Sportage X-proAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 24
2026Sportage AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2026Sportage FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2026Sportage Hybrid AWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 35
2026Sportage Hybrid FWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 42
2026Sportage Plug-in HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 36
2026Sportage X-proAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 24
2025Sportage AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2025Sportage FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2025Sportage Hybrid AWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 38
2025Sportage Hybrid FWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 43
2025Sportage Plug-in HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 35
2025Sportage X-proAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2024Sportage AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2024Sportage FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2024Sportage Hybrid AWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 38
2024Sportage Hybrid FWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 43
2024Sportage Plug-in HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 35
2024Sportage X-proAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2023Sportage AWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 25
2023Sportage FWDAuto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2023Sportage Hybrid AWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 38
2023Sportage Hybrid FWDAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 43
2023Sportage Plug-in HybridAuto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo 35
2022Sportage AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
21–23
2022Sportage FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
23–26
2021Sportage AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
21–23
2021Sportage FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
23–26
2020Sportage AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
21–23
2020Sportage FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
23–26
2019Sportage AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
21–23
2019Sportage FE AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 22
2019Sportage FE FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 25
2019Sportage FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
23–25
2018Sportage AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
21–23
2018Sportage FE AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 22
2018Sportage FE FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 26
2018Sportage FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
23–25
2017Sportage AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
21–23
2017Sportage FE AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 22
2017Sportage FE FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 26
2017Sportage FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
23–25
2016Sportage AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 22
2016Sportage FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L 23
2016Sportage SX AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 21
2016Sportage SX FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 22
2015Sportage AWDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
21–22
2015Sportage FWDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
23
2015Sportage SX AWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 21
2015Sportage SX FWDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo 22
2014Sportage 2WDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
23
2014Sportage 4WDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
21–22
2013Sportage 2WDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
23–25
2013Sportage 4WDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
21–23
2012Sportage 2WDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
23–25
2012Sportage 4WDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
21–23
2011Sportage 2WDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
23–25
2011Sportage 4WDAuto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
22–23
2010Sportage 2WDAuto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L
20–22
2010Sportage 4WDMan 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L
20–21

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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