Overview & Reviews

The Sportage EX now features a standard tire-pressure monitor, while all models receive a cabin air filtration system.

• Impressive fit and finish, stylish and functional interior, hard-to-beat warranty, standard ABS, side airbags and stability control.

• Down on power and drivetrain refinement versus its competitors.

User Reviews:

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  Great Buy! - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By Cjacks - November 13 - 10:23 am

  I did my research before purchasing the KIA; you have always here how KIA is cheap. I find nothing about my Sportage cheap, compared with the Escape, Sorento, and Tribute. The sleek design, great price, and KIA warranty sold me on the Sportage. I have enjoyed how it handles and the room in a small SUV. Gas mileage around town; I am getting around 19mpg. On a trip we get 25mpg. Not bad for SUV.

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  Great car! - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By kia owner - October 31 - 4:23 pm

  I really love my Sportage. We bought it back in January and have not been disappointed. We had an opportunity to buy the 4wd and air conditioning, but choose to stick with the base model. I wouldnt mind having those extras, but I really dont need them. I would rather save a few thousand dollars. The only thing that is a little strange is the air vent; in the summer it is quite warm, even warmer than the outside air. I think it must travel past the engine and get warmed up that way.

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  Love Kia - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By Donna Flynn - July 10 - 4:43 pm

  Absolutely love my Kia. Have had several comments about what a sharp vehicle it is. Recommend Kia to anyone. The warranty is fantastic. Drove it to Florida 10 days after buying it. For the first time in 4 years of going to Florida, our backs did not hurt from riding in a vehicle.

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  Glad I Got It! - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By Kristi - June 26 - 4:16 pm

  I compared the Kia to the Tribute and the Escape. They all have similar mileage and features, but what sold me was that most of the Kia features were standard and not expensive extras. The only thing I added were the leather seats and I extended the 10 year warranty bumper-bumper instead of just the engine/drivetrain. Everyone comments on how attractive it is and on the cool features like all the storage compartments and comfort of the ride. I gave up a fun convertible and wasnt convinced I was doing the right thing, but this is one of the best cars Ive ever driven!

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  Best for the money - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By esd - April 25 - 10:13 am

  My experience was that when I first test drove the Sportage, it was a lot whole lot different than the 2002 predecessor. The exterior was a little bit more taller than the 2002 version. The interior was even nicer than the old one too! Below the front passenger airbag was some kind of handle bar just to hold on to.

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  My new Toy - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By Matt - April 12 - 10:53 am

  I needed to get out of the sports car I was in. So I did my homework and went to the auto show in Cleveland Ohio and fell in love with the Sportage. Been in heaven since. Great car for the money. Make sure you get the v6 EX 4x4.

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  Great SUV for the price! - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By Teresa - October 4 - 7:23 am

  I just bought my first Kia Sportage yesterday and I love it! I feel very comfortable in it considering I am only 51" and it handles like a car. For all the options I got, you cant beat the price compared to the Nissan Murano or Toyota Highlander.

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  Comfortable and reliable - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By rebecca Hunt - August 25 - 1:43 pm

  I love my Kia sportage ! I have owned it for a year now and I have enjoyed it more than I thought I ever would.I car pool kids in it I have driven through the mountains of west virginia in it and I went camping in it. and I love the interior, it isnt full of hard plastic everywhere. I have the basic model and I love the easy to care for fabric. The sound system is great and it has plenty of power for me. I highly recommend it for moms on a budget. It gets great mileage on trips and I also have 4 wheel drive and I can get anywhere in this SUV, believe me I have used it, and it cleans up nice too! I have lots of confidence in this SUV, my next trip will be Key west!

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  Best buy out there in this class - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By Rene - June 8 - 4:30 am

  Love this car! Great head and leg room tons of versatility in the folding seats and cargo space. Very good visuals while driving, it sits higher up than my Taurus. Handles and rides well. Gas mileage could be better. The car isnt completely watertight in a constant downpour. Found moisture on all the inside framing. Fantastic warranty. I bought the added extended 10 year bumper to bumper. I went prepared with safety info and price quotes from larger dealers. got a great deal on a great car.

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  06 Sportage Review - 2006 Kia Sportage
  By T Wilson - January 3 - 3:06 pm

  Got my Sportage one month ago and we are very happy with it to date. Plenty of cargo space and great sound from the speakers. V6 has plenty of pick up and is very quiet on the highway. Wish it got a little better mileage, but we feel very safe with all the airbags. Driver sits high with good forward visibility. Mirrors are large and the instrument panel is perfectly centered. Dash ergonomics are very good. The cruise control is very easy to use. The wipers are quiet and well placed. Headlights are bright and bright lights are blinding. My wife has an Accord, but wants to drive the Sportage whenever she can get it from me.