Discussions and Questions Kia Sportage
Is the infotainment system on the Kia Sportage a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 07:29
I have honestly never been happier with the infotainment than I am with the Sportage. The screen is super modern, I mean large, and the interface is pretty intuitive. No, it's not perfect, but whose cars system is? I’ve had mine for 6 months now and any initial bugs seem to have been worked out with updates.
Is the infotainment system on the Kia Sportage a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 07:29
Deal-breaker? Absolutely. I test drove the Sportage and the system was so laggy I couldn’t get passed it. In 2025, there's no reason a brand new car should have a slow infotainment system. On top of that, it's just stingy of Kia to omit wireless CarPlay from lower trims.
Is the infotainment system on the Kia Sportage a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 07:29
I don't think people are making too big a deal out of this. For what most people need - navigation, music and phone calls - the infotainment is fine. If you’re looking for a tech powerhouse, buy a Tesla. It may have quirks in the infotainment department, but overall the Sportage gives you great value elsewhere.
Is the infotainment system on the Kia Sportage a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 07:29
For someone coming from an older car, the Sportage infotainment feels like living in the future! It’s got some quirks, but the sheer amount of features and that massive screen more than make up for it. It's not perfect, and it's not a deal breaker.
Is the infotainment system on the Kia Sportage a deal breaker?
06 January 2025 07:29
The infotainment definitely isn't a deal breaker for me, but it's a con. I just wish Kia had done a little more to optimize the software. However, having said that, the rest of the car is so good that I can forgive a slightly buggy interface.
Is the Kia Sportage's design more stylish than practical?
06 January 2025 07:29
The Sportage's design, I think, is one that Kia nailed it. Yes, it's not perfect, but name one modern car where it is. I feel like I’m driving something special, not just another boring crossover, because of the style. And let's be real, the cargo space is still more than enough for most people.
Is the Kia Sportage's design more stylish than practical?
06 January 2025 07:29
Definitely all style and no substance. Rear visibility is terrible and I've had to use the backup camera much more than I'd care to. The cargo area is smaller than it appears from the outside as well. Kia tried to be too cool with it.
Is the Kia Sportage's design more stylish than practical?
06 January 2025 07:29
It’s a compromise, and one I’m happy with. My old CR-V never turned heads, but the Sportage does. Honestly, once you get used to the visibility, it's not that bad. All the driver assists also help to mitigate any blind spots.
Is the Kia Sportage's design more stylish than practical?
06 January 2025 07:29
In fact I think Kia did a great job balancing style and practicality. It's not over the top but it's fresh and I've had no space or visibility issues. It's a much more expensive feeling car than it is.
Is the Kia Sportage's design more stylish than practical?
06 January 2025 07:29
I bought the Sportage for the style, but I do wish they'd toned it down a bit for better functionality sometimes. My kids get claustrophobic on long trips because there are small rear windows. It's not a deal breaker but if you have a family this may be something you want to consider.
Is the Kia Sportage too soft a ride for enthusiastic driving?
06 January 2025 07:29
I actually really like how the Sportage rides. But it's comfortable as a daily driver, which is what most people use it for. In that case, buy a hot hatch or sports sedan if you want something sporty. It’s a family crossover, and it does that well.
Is the Kia Sportage too soft a ride for enthusiastic driving?
06 January 2025 07:29
If you're expecting anything remotely sporty the soft suspension is certainly a letdown. It feels disconnected from the road and there’s way too much body roll for my liking. A sport tuned suspension should be offered by Kia.
Is the Kia Sportage too soft a ride for enthusiastic driving?
06 January 2025 07:29
I believe it hits that middle ground. It's not a boat, but it's not a sports car. It’s great for long trips and if you put it in Sport mode it tightens up enough for some fun on backroads. Not much more you can expect from a crossover.
Is the Kia Sportage too soft a ride for enthusiastic driving?
06 January 2025 07:29
Being someone who switched from a sportier car I thought the Sportage would feel too soft. Honestly, I've learned to like the comfort. It really makes my commute much more pleasant. How many of us are really pushing our family SUVs to the limit anyway, though?
Is the Kia Sportage too soft a ride for enthusiastic driving?
06 January 2025 07:29
It is too soft a ride for my taste. It’s not a sports car, I get that, but in crossovers, it’s on the softer side of the spectrum. What I wish is that Kia had found some middle ground between the two, a bit more engagement without too much comfort being lost.
Do the Kia Sportage's driver assistance features help or hinder?
06 January 2025 07:29
The driver assists in my Sportage are something I love. Adaptive cruise control is a life saver for highway driving, and lane keep assist just adds that extra layer of safety. They’re sure a bit of a learning curve, but once you get used to them they’re super helpful.
Do the Kia Sportage's driver assistance features help or hinder?
06 January 2025 07:29
I find them honestly more annoying than helpful. Sometimes the forward collision warning goes off for no reason and the lane keep assist is too aggressive. Most of them I end up turning off, which defeats the purpose.
Do the Kia Sportage's driver assistance features help or hinder?
06 January 2025 07:29
It's a mixed bag. Great features like blind spot monitoring are some of them. Some of them, like the lane keep assist, can be a little too much. I really wish we could customize the sensitivity of each system individually.
Do the Kia Sportage's driver assistance features help or hinder?
06 January 2025 07:29
Being a highway driver, I absolutely love the ADAS features. On long trips, they reduce fatigue and have probably saved me from a few close calls. Yes, it has a learning curve, but it's a good one for added safety.
Do the Kia Sportage's driver assistance features help or hinder?
06 January 2025 07:29
I did not believe it at first, but I now appreciate the driver assist. They’re not perfect, but they’ve helped me become a more aware driver. But you can always turn them off if they are bothering you on a specific drive.
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