Kia Sportage
To compete with well-armed rivals, Kia had no choice but to innovate to maintain the Sportage's favourable position. Whether it’s equipped with the 2.4-litre 4-cylinder or the 2.0-litre turbo with 260 horsepower, the Sportage will suit individuals on the hunt for a high quality SUV. All-wheel drive is optional on the base trims, but it comes factory-standard on the others.
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2024 Kia Sportage: Sleek, Safe and Techy, But Where’s the Fun?
2024 Kia Sportage: Sleek, Safe and Techy, But Where’s the Fun?Completely redesigned a year ago, the Kia Sportage is virtually unchanged for 2024, offering the same futuristic look and modern cabin. Similar to the Ford Escape , Hyundai Tucson and Toyota RAV4 , the Sportage is available in gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants in order to appeal to various …
Pre-owned vehicles
2017-2022 Kia Sportage: What You Should Know Before You Buy
2017-2022 Kia Sportage: What You Should Know Before You BuyWhat do you think about the new and entirely redesigned 2023 Kia Sportage? Both the interior and exterior have undergone quite a change. And the addition of a hybrid and rechargeable hybrid drives makes it even more interesting. That being said, its predecessor could very well make you happy too.
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The Best Compact SUVs in 2024
The Best Compact SUVs in 2024Who doesn’t want a compact SUV? These practical and family-friendly vehicles are seemingly everywhere now and there are many reasons to like them. But which ones stand out as the best buys in the segment for Canadian drivers? The team at The Car Guide has analyzed all the various models …
Recalls
Not Again: Over 600,000 Hyundai, Kia Vehicles in Canada Could Catch Fire
Not Again: Over 600,000 Hyundai, Kia Vehicles in Canada Could Catch FireHyundai and Kia are once again under fire (pun intended, of course) due to a safety problem that may result in vehicles catching fire. A bit more than 600,000 units in Canada now have to be recalled. This includes 326,942 Hyundai vehicles, to be exact. Affected models are the 2012-2015 …
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The Best Compact SUVs of 2023
The Best Compact SUVs of 2023Compact SUVs are the best-selling SUVs in Canada and it’s not even close. People love their combination of size, versatility, efficiency and affordability. Which one is the best money can buy? The Car Guide has gathered its team of experts to identify the top three compact SUVs on the market …
Recalls
Older Kia Sportage Models Recalled Over Fire Risk
Older Kia Sportage Models Recalled Over Fire RiskStop us if you’ve ever heard about a recall on Kia vehicles that can catch fire due to an electrical short or a leak of some sort. The latest one affects the 2008-2009 Sportage compact SUV including more than 71,000 units in the U.S. and exactly 10,115 in Canada. Those …
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Hyundai Now Has a Fix for Easy-to-Steal Cars
Hyundai Now Has a Fix for Easy-to-Steal CarsHyundai has come up with a plan to protect its most theft-prone vehicles after several videos were posted on social media in recent months showing how easy it is to hotwire the engine and drive away. We’re talking about certain 2016-2021 Accent, Elantra, Elantra GT, Sonata, Veloster, Venue, Kona, Tucson, …
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One Million Hyundai, Kia Vehicles Now on Backorder
One Million Hyundai, Kia Vehicles Now on BackorderHere’s a shocking number that illustrates the impact of the global chip shortage and other supply chain issues on the auto industry: 1,000,000. It’s the combined backlog of vehicles at Hyundai and Kia right now according to a report by The Korea Times . Of course, one can point to …
Recalls
Another 80,000 Hyundais and Kias Recalled in Canada for Fire Risk
Another 80,000 Hyundais and Kias Recalled in Canada for Fire RiskRecalls involving a fluid leak or an electrical short circuit that could result in a fire should never be ignored by car owners, even though the number of reported incidents is extremely small. Hyundai and Kia both continue to be under fire (pun intended). This time, over half a million …
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Episodes
Motoring TV 2000 Episode 8
Motoring TV 2000 Episode 82000 Hyundai Accent 2000 Kia Sportage 2000 Mazda MPV 1947 International truck power steering fluid levels classic Ford ad tires may be best winter tune up how far can cars go with safety?
Episodes
Motoring TV 2005 Episode 18
Motoring TV 2005 Episode 18Kia unveils 2005 Sportage 2005 Buick Allure why do so many vehicles have lights that don't work? Jaguar Ultra-Light Coupe concept what happens when car is still running after you take the key out? advice for drivers and police: Pay Attention.
Motoring TV
Did You Know: High-strength steel
Did You Know: High-strength steelThe body of the all-new 2017 Kia Sportage is now comprised of 51 per cent high-strength steel, three times more than the previous model. Kia, along with its corporate partner Hyundai, is the only automaker in the world that produces its own steel, and has steadily increased the use of …
Motoring TV
MOTORING TV: Compact Crossover of the Year for 2017
MOTORING TV: Compact Crossover of the Year for 2017Motoring TV recently held its 1 hour Car of the Year Special on the TSN network where we picked the best in class for 2017. Here are the nominees and winner in the Compact Crossover category. (This segment originally appeared on Motoring TV 2017 episode #6) …
Video Reviews
Review: 2017 Kia Sportage
Review: 2017 Kia SportageIt has been 17 years since the Kia Sportage first hit the Canadian market. A lot has changed since then, with the all-new 2017 Sportage showcasing some unique looks and plenty of technology to match. The Motoring TV team was in British Columbia to take a closer look at the …
Video Reviews
Review: 2017 Kia Sportage
Review: 2017 Kia SportageThe original, according to Graeme, ranked as one of the worst vehicles to hit North American roads. Each successive generation has improved and this 4th generation Sportage is larger, more refined and lists a host of new technologies. Graeme takes it for a run. (The segment originally appeared on Motoring …