Used Kia Sportage for sale near Watford

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 3,900
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, offering petrol, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid powertrains across three trim levels. It boasts impressive practicality with generous luggage space (up to 591 litres) and comfortable room for passengers, including adjustable rear backrests. Quality and fit-and-finish are high, with ample storage throughout the cabin, making it a functional family vehicle.

On the road, the Sportage delivers a sensible balance of comfort and engagement, with a smooth ride at all speeds and keen cornering. It offers good refinement, making it a great long-distance cruiser. Technology is a strong point, with all post-facelift models featuring a 12.3-inch central infotainment screen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a host of active safety systems. Running costs are respectable, with hybrids achieving 40-45mpg and strong residual values, further enhanced by Kia's seven-year warranty.

Best for: Drivers seeking a strong all-rounder family SUV with excellent practicality, generous equipment, and a well-judged balance of comfort and handling.

Not ideal for: Buyers who find the styling divisive, prioritise ultimate driving dynamics (like a Ford Kuga), or are sensitive to the high price of top-spec models.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the Sportage if: You're seeking a strong all-rounder family SUV with excellent practicality, generous equipment, and a well-judged balance of comfort and handling.

Consider alternatives if: You find the styling divisive, prioritise ultimate driving dynamics (like a Ford Kuga), or are sensitive to the high price of top-spec models.

Competitive Position: The Kia Sportage stands out in the family SUV class with its bold styling, smart interior, and high practicality. It offers integrated technology, generous equipment across all specifications, and a choice of petrol, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid powertrains. Its well-judged ride comfort and handling, combined with Kia’s seven-year warranty, make it one of the strongest all-rounders, highly recommendable despite increasing competition.

Read our full 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.