Kia Sportage PHEV years to avoid
No model year of the Kia Sportage PHEV stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Kia Sportage PHEV years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Kia Sportage PHEV complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Kia Sportage PHEV problems
All model years combined.
- Engine8
- Electrical8
- Acceleration8
- Driver assistance7
- Transmission5
- Fuel system5
- Body3
- Wheels1
- Visibility1
- Steering1
- Brakes1
Kia Sportage PHEV problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 2 | Engine | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2025 | - | 6 | Driver assistance | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2024 | - | 12 | Acceleration | 1 | 3 | ||
| 2023 | - | 16 | Engine | 2 | 0 |
Recalls 3
Kia Sportage PHEV warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
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Questions about the Kia Sportage PHEV
What years of the Kia Sportage PHEV should you avoid?
No single model year of the Kia Sportage PHEV has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Kia Sportage PHEV?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Kia Sportage PHEV?
Engine, with 8 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (8) and acceleration (8).
How many recalls does the Kia Sportage PHEV have?
3 recalls between 2023 and 2026. The 2023 model year has the most, with 2.
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