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The 2021 Kia Sportage Outshines the 2021 Honda CR-V In a Surprising Way

The Honda CR-V is a leader in the compact SUV class. This Honda easily outsells a few of its classmates, including the Kia Sportage. But even though the CR-V is the more popular choice, you’ll see that the Sportage has a clear advantage for 2021. Driving the 2021 Honda CR-V vs. the 2021 Kia Sportage Both the CR-V …
by Leigh Fields
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A dark-red 2020 Kia Sportage drives on a dusty dirt road
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The Island of Misfit Cars: 5 Models Under $24,000 Ignored This Year

Like the Island of Misfit Toys in the 1964 Christmas classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, the automotive industry has its own island of unwanted cars. Well, there isn’t an actual island, but the idea is the same. Most consumers avoided these vehicles while car shopping in 2020. They include the Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Veloster, Mazda3, …
by Wendy Johnson
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A dark-red 2021 Kia Sportage crossover SUV drives on a dusty road
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The 2021 Kia Sportage Is Better Than Its Hyundai Cousin

Forget sibling rivalry. Some say the fiercest competitions occur between cousins. And in the auto world, two SUV brand cousins always seem to chase each other up the Consumer Reports ranking chart. For the 2021 model year, the Kia Sportage looks like it may have bested its cousin, the Hyundai Tucson. We’ll detail why the …
by Desiree Homer
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The 2021 Toyota RAV4 is the Most Overhyped SUV

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 continues the tradition of being an excellent SUV and one of the most popular options you can buy. However, it could be time for a refresh and to consider rivals that have been improved. Let’s see if the Toyota RAV4 really deserves all the popularity.  Is the 2021 Toyota RAV4 a …
by Allison Barfield
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A orange Kia Sportage on the highway.
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The 2019 Kia Sportage is a Cute-ute

In the ambitious small SUV class, the 2019 Kia Sportage distinguished itself with its unconventional style. Appearance aside, this Kia impressed reviewers with its agile performance and tech offerings. Could the 2019 Sportage be the right used SUV for you? 2019 Kia Sportage performance specs  Kia’s 2019 Sportage is a cute-ute, aka adorable crossover. The SUV features two flavors. …
by Leigh Fields
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The Safest Kia SUVs

Since the company has made many noticeable improvements, you probably won’t regret buying a Kia anymore. Kia has allured new fans, especially with its lineup of SUVs. The company’s SUVs emphasize both luxury and affordability. We’ve gathered the safest Kia SUVs of 2020 based on ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Each year, the IIHS  identifies the best vehicles …
by Leigh Fields
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2020 Kia Sportage is on display at the 111th Annual Chicago Auto Show
Trucks & SUVs

These Affordable SUVs Won’t Nickel and Dime You on Safety Features

SUVs are getting ever more popular across the United States, but it can be difficult to find affordable options that also come standard with advanced driver assistance systems. Fortunately, there are several highly rated SUVs that offer these desirable standard safety features and cost less than $25,000, according to Consumer Reports. Affordable models with the …
by Tegan Watson
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Crossovers

The Kia Sportage Is Among the Most Reliable Compact SUVs of 2020

Finding a reliable SUV can be a chore, but sites like Consumer Reports make your search much easier. Of all the smaller sport utility vehicles they reviewed, five of them stood out as having the highest scores. The Kia Sportage was one of them.  Let’s look at what Consumer Reports reviewers thought was good and bad about the Kia Sportage and how well …
by Wendy Johnson
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Red 2021 Kia Sportage drives down a dirt road in a mountainous environment
Crossovers

Can the 2021 Kia Sportage Compete With Toyota and Honda?

The 2021 Kia Sportage is in the fourth generation that debuted in the 2017 model. Last year, the Sportage got a complete refresh that included slight modifications to the interior cabin. This year, the Nightfall Edition is being featured on the sporty S trim, replacing the sunroof and premium packages. The compact crossover does well in reliability ratings and …
by Rita DeMichiel
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2020 Kia Sportage is on display at the 111th Annual Chicago Auto Show
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The Best Small SUVs for Teenage Drivers You Can’t Ignore

These days SUVs are much more than cargo haulers, they’re family haulers. Today’s SUVs are smaller and more efficient than ever before, but also safer and more technologically advanced. And if you’re looking for an SUV for your teen driver, safety may be the largest deciding factor in your purchase.  Lucky for today’s parents, the …
by Marci Houghtlen
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How Does the Honda CR-V Compare to the Kia Sportage?

The Honda CR-V  has been a longtime leader in the compact SUV class. However, class rivals like the Kia Sportage are starting to gain in on the CR-V’s territory. But you might be wondering, is the Honda CR-V or the Kia Sportage better for you? What the Honda CR-V does well The CR-V has remained popular for its outstanding …
by Leigh Fields
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2017 Kia Sportage is on display at the 109th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place
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The 2020 Kia Sportage Is More Competitive Than You Might Think

You could say that 2020 has been the year of Kia. Kia’s new Telluride has primarily stolen the spotlight this year. But even so, older Kia models are worth your attention too. Kia’s Sportage crossover SUV has become a standout in its own right, especially in 2020. What made the 2020 Sportage special? The 2020 Sportage has a lot going …
by Leigh Fields
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The 2021 Kia Sportage Can Be as Affordable or Luxurious as You Want

The Kia Sportage is one of the most well-reviewed SUVs on the current market. This isn’t a surprise coming from Kia, which manufactured the popular Telluride SUV and the Optima sedan. In AutoTrader’s review of the Kia Sportage, editors called attention to the variety of features available on each trim. The Kia Sportage is the …
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