Overview & Reviews

An all-new Sportage returns after a two-year hiatus. It's now a car-based SUV intended to compete with the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.

• Generous passenger and cargo space, stylish and functional interior, standard side and head curtain airbags, hard-to-beat warranty, standard ABS and stability control.

• Down on power and cargo capacity versus its competitors.

User Reviews:

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  5 Stars out of 5 Stars - 05 Sportage glows - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By JR - October 29 - 11:30 am

  I really couldnt believe I was looking at the new Sportage when I was in the dealer showroom. After test driving the Sorento and the Sportage, I went with the Sportage because: 1 - the Sportage had no hesitation and seemed more powerful upon acceleration. 2 - I thought the Sportage handled beautifully; and 3 - better fuel consumption then its big sister. I am really glad I choose the Sportage. I love the dual exhausts, the safety features at no additional cost which includes the ABS, ESP, side curtain front and rear airbags and the 100,000 mile warranty. The interior room is awesome, and the interior silver trim is sharp. Overall I give this vehicle 5 stars out of 5 stars!

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  Best bang for the buck - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By Julio Porven - October 3 - 5:03 pm

  Since I went to the South Florida Inrternational Auto Show in 2004 I fell in love with the new sportage. The only problem was that was in October 2004 and the model release date was in January, so they said. January came and went February came and went finally in March dealerships touted the arrival of the new Sportage. I was fortunate enough to find a dealer with a huge selection. I tried the 4 cylinder but when it came down to a small differnece in price between the 4 and the 6 the six is the better deal. I got the LX V6 I was so impressed with its handling and feel for the road. Not to mention all the standard features. I highly recommend this car to any one who wants the best small SUV.

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  Steel gray Sportage EX - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By lhobbs - August 19 - 2:10 am

  I love this car. I have owned 6 cars in the last 12 years from Ford, Nissan, Mazda, Mitsubishi and Kia, but the supposed loser of the bunch, my Kia Sportage, is the most solid and fun to drive of them all. It looks good, has decent power from the V6, has an awesome interior with many standard features, plus the best warranty you will find anywhere. Granted, I havent owned it for a long time so reliability is a question mark. One thing that I hate is taking a car in for repairs although honestly my other cars were reliable. I am taking a chance with Kia knowing fully well it could be a bomb. But if you look at the old Kias and compare them with the new ones I believe that is a chance worth taking.

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  Double take on the New 2005 Sportage!! - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By Renee - August 4 - 5:20 pm

  When I first saw the 05 Sportage, I was really impressed and didnt really think it was even a Sportage! The new design has certainly improved in looks and space since previous models. After my test drive, I purchased the 6 Cylinder Ex in Jade Green. I was really impressed by the size and standard saftey features, not to mention the warranty. The interior is very spacious, and the rear occupants have decent leg room. The ride seems very car like, smooth and not jittery. I like the privacy windows (no need to have the vehicle windows tinted). The covered storage tray above the spare tire is nice to stow items securely and out of view. I really am enjoying and driving my new Kia Sportage!

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  Great Ride - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By Dennis McCoy - July 5 - 5:56 am

  Great design and love the color combination we picked, white exterior and the black cloth interior. V-6 with sunroof and spacious for us as we are mid sixties and room for the grandkids. Already been on eight hour drive and seating is very ergomatic as not exausted when arrive at destination. Lots of compliments from friends and relatives.

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  2005 Kia Sportage LX FWDR - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By Susanne - June 30 - 8:43 am

  A great SUV, fun to drive. Gas Mileage is at 19 and 26 per dealership. I love the storage capacity and the ease of flipping over the back seats that lay completely flat. Its comfortable to zip around town in all day and is a great cross country vehicle as well.

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  I Love my 2005 Sportage !! - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By Kathy - April 12 - 5:13 pm

  As a consumer I have to say I really love my 2005 Kia Sportage. The new design is roomy, comfortable and makes me feel safe and secure. I always likes the looks of the original Sportage but must say the larger 2005 Sportage is really a good looking car. The warranty with the 60,000 or 5 year roadside assistance along with the extended 100,000 mile warranty at no charge in the purchase price would be hard to beat... and that aspect made a large impact on my purchase decision. I live in a small city that as severe winters and heavy snow..while I didnt buy a 4x4 I have no worry regarding winter performance. Besides, with the roadside assistance at no charge to me I trust Kias dependability.

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  Best vehicle Ive ever owned - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By pattistolar - April 8 - 12:09 am

  I love my 2005 Sportage. Ive had it since it was 6 months old and its never given me any problems whatsoever! Its 8 years old now, with 160,000 km and is the best vehicle Ive ever owned. Just change the oil and it just keeps on going. Great in the snow too with just all seasons tires. Yay for Kia!!

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  Kia Makes A Comback - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By Nancy - March 15 - 10:20 am

  I wanted to buy a Sportage when they first came out - am very glad I waited for the 2005 model. I did a lot of research and I dont feel that you could have put more features in a car for the price and the warranty is outstanding. The warranty had a lot to do with choosing this car but competing dealer had same warranty and I still chose the Sportage. It looks good, rides well and is just an all around great means of transportation. The dealership was great and couldnt beat the price - 17,500 with my trade. I am very happy with my Spotage and am glad I decided to buy it.

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  Great Car, Great Price! - 2005 Kia Sportage
  By Josh - February 13 - 4:16 pm

  I have owned my Sportage for almost a year, and I love it. It is the best car I have ever owned, and you cant beat the warranty. Drives great and looks like a more expensive SUV. I would definitely buy another Kia, they have really stepped up their U.S. models lately!