2007 Kia Sportage Exterior Review [ 2008 ]

MSRP: $15,900 - $22,895
Invoice: $15,150 - $21,370
MPG: 23 City / 28 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores
Overall:7.7
Performance:6.5
Exterior:7.5
Interior:7.1
Safety:7.6
Reliability:9.0

Kia Sportage Exterior Review

Exterior - 7.5 (Good)

The upscale-looking Sportage is generally praised. Drawing comparison to its sibling, the Hyundai Tucson, Car and Driver says, "The Sportage has a chiseled, toned look, whereas the Tucson has a pudgier appearance."

Kelly Blue Book reviewers also found themselves "most impressed by the Sportage's distinctive design." A minority of auto writers are less impressed. U.S. News reviewer Rick Newman gives it a "not hot" rating, explaining, "There's a touch of the Lexus RX330 but not enough to overcome the truncated rear end, which vaguely reminds me of the old AMC Pacer."

Sixteen-inch tires with alloy wheels are standard, and the EX models get body color side cladding/fender flares.

Review Last Updated: 5/2/08