2016 Kia Sportage

$2,745
from
107
listings
$3K–$18K
price range
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Low$2,745
High$17,500
From$2,745
Avg Mileage106,308 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 107 active dealer listings as of

2016 Kia Sportage Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,745
$3K–$18K
107 listings106,308 avg miles
EX
From$2,399
13,727 listings|$2K–$47K
LX
From$1,500
6,389 listings|$2K–$37K
Nightfall Edition
From$9,000
90 listings|$9K–$28K
S
From$8,000
1,360 listings|$8K–$40K
SX
From$2,739
4,360 listings|$3K–$45K
SX Prestige
From$13,900
4,184 listings|$14K–$48K
X-Line
From$17,900
7,157 listings|$18K–$47K
X-Line Prestige
From$21,791
496 listings|$22K–$52K
X-Pro
From$20,960
195 listings|$21K–$42K
X-Pro Prestige
From$20,999
697 listings|$21K–$43K

2016 Kia Sportage Pricing

Price Trend

+8.3%
$1K$2K$3K$4K$5KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,950
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Kia Sportage Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 129 complaints, the 2016 Kia Sportage rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
129
Complaints
8
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
22V0510002022-02-02
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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18V9070002018-19-12
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2016 Kia Sportage's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 129 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine33
02Service Brakes, Hydraulic31
03Electrical System7
04Unknown Or Other7
05Unknown Or Other,engine5
129 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Sportage Fuel Economy

21–23mpg combined
·
19-21city
·
25-28hwy
·
$1,900-$2,100/yr

Fuel economy for the 2016 Kia Sportage ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Sportage FWD - Automatic (S6)
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Sportage AWD - Automatic (S6)
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average
Sportage SX FWD - Automatic (S6)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average
Sportage SX AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2016 Kia Sportage

37States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (11%), but the remaining listings are spread across 36 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

Buying a 2016 Kia Sportage?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2016 Kia Sportage a good car to buy?

The 2016 Kia Sportage has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report engine as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Kia Sportage?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2016 Kia Sportage. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Kia Sportage?

You'll get between 21 and 23 MPG combined from the 2016 Kia Sportage, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2016 Kia Sportage?

Out of 129 owner complaints, engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2016 compare to other Kia Sportage years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Kia Sportage model years. Visit the Kia Sportage buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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