Used Kia Sportage for sale near Darlington

CarGurus expert rating: 5 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.5 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 31.3%
Overall CarGurus rating: 4.5 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 4,000
Average Price: Around £20,000

Kia Sportage Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Wide range of powertrains	Divisive styling
Superb infotainment	Ford Kuga is better to drive
Well equipped	Top-spec models are very pricey

Quick Summary

The Kia Sportage, updated in 2025, is Kia's best-selling SUV in the UK, renowned for its bold styling and strong all-round appeal in the highly competitive family SUV market. It offers generous luggage space (up to 591 litres) and ample passenger room, with a practical interior featuring an adjustable height boot floor and 40:20:40 split-fold rear seats. Quality and fit-and-finish are impressive, with thoughtful storage solutions throughout.

Driving dynamics balance comfort and engagement, making it a well-rounded and refined long-distance cruiser. Post-facelift models come with a 12.3-inch central infotainment screen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a host of active safety features, offering excellent value in terms of standard equipment. Available with petrol, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid powertrains, the hybrid model offers good fuel economy (40-45mpg) and strong performance, backed by Kia's seven-year warranty.

Best for: Families seeking a practical, well-equipped, and comfortable SUV with a strong warranty, good tech, and efficient hybrid options.

Not ideal for: Buyers who prefer a more driver-focused experience (like a Ford Kuga) or those sensitive to "divisive styling" and the higher price of top-spec models.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the Sportage if: You're a family seeking a practical, well-equipped, and comfortable SUV with a strong warranty, good tech, and efficient hybrid options.

Consider alternatives if: You prefer a more driver-focused experience or are sensitive to "divisive styling" and the higher price of top-spec models.

Competitive Position: The Kia Sportage is a formidable contender in the family SUV segment, distinguished by its bold design, high-quality interior, and exceptional practicality. While some rivals might offer a slightly more engaging drive (e.g., Ford Kuga), the Sportage excels in balancing comfort, refinement, and useful agility. Its generous standard equipment, advanced technology, efficient powertrain options (including hybrid and PHEV), and industry-leading seven-year warranty make it a highly recommendable choice, particularly for families prioritising value, reliability, and modern features. Despite facing increasing competition, the Sportage maintains its position as one of the strongest all-rounders.

Kia Sportage Review

The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from January 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.