Kia Spectra vs Kia Sportage

2009 Kia Spectra
2009 Kia Spectra
$13,550MSRP
Overview
2023 Kia Sportage
2023 Kia Sportage
$26,290MSRP
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2009 Kia Spectra
$13,550MSRP
Overview
2023 Kia Sportage
$26,290MSRP
Overview
Overview
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Overview

Years produced

2000-2009

Years produced

1995-2002

MSRP

$13,550

MSRP

$26,290

Average price

Average price

$23,524

Listings

3

Listings

1865
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Spacious
  • Impressive technology
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance

Reviews Summary

Reviews Summary

At this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage compact SUV proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 138 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 187 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

138 hp @ 6000 rpm

Horsepower

187 hp @ 6100 rpm

MPG City

24

MPG City

25

MPG Highway

32

MPG Highway

32
2009 Kia Spectra
2009 Kia Spectra
$13,550MSRP
Overview
2023 Kia Sportage
2023 Kia Sportage
$26,290MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2009 Kia Spectra
$13,550MSRP
Overview
2023 Kia Sportage
$26,290MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
Years produced
2000-2009
1995-2002
MSRP
$13,550
$26,290
Average price
$23,524
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.1
4.3
Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Spacious
  • Impressive technology
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
Summary
At this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage compact SUV proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands.
Video
No video found
Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 138 hp I4
2.5L 187 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
187 hp @ 6100 rpm
MPG City
24
25
MPG Highway
32
32
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