Kia Sportage used buying guide
One of the UK's most popular used SUVs for good reason — look after the warranty record and avoid a tired diesel.
Medium riskTypical from ~£9,000
Common issues to watch
- •DCT automatic cars can judder and need clutch or actuator attention; manuals are the safer choice.
- •1.7/1.6 CRDi diesels suffer DPF and EGR trouble on short runs, and injector or turbo faults appear with age.
- •Panoramic sunroof drains block and let water into the cabin or boot; suspension bushes and steering racks wear.
What to check before you buy
- Test the DCT for juddering at low speed.
- Clear and check the sunroof drains, then look for water ingress.
- Keep the Kia service record intact — the 7-year warranty depends on it.
Our verdict
One of the UK's most popular used SUVs for good reason — look after the warranty record and avoid a tired diesel.
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