Redesigned Kia Sportage Among Autotraders Best New Cars 2023!

Apr 10, 2023

2023 Kia Sportage named among Autotrader’s 11 Best New Cars of 2023

Fifth-generation compact SUV was redesigned this year, inside, outside, and under the hood

“We are proud to receive Autotrader’s Best New Car of 2023 recognition for the Kia Sportage,” said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America. “The redesigned Sportage continues to impress adventure seekers and tech-savvy drivers, alike, with its versatility and multi-faceted appeal.”

The all-new redesigned Kia Sportage has been recognized as a top pick of “Best New Cars” in 2023 by AutoTrader for its available electrified powertrains as well as its versatility! The 2023 Kia Sportage is the brand’s fifth generation of the iconic SUV, which is available in a variety of options such as the internal combustion engine, a hybrid electric vehicle, and a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.

Autotrader’s Best New Cars of 2023 List is selected by their team of expert editors. The vehicles are extensively tested and scored using a range of criteria including lifestyle needs, interior comfort, build quality, technical features, driving experience, and many more. The editors pay special note to vehicles which have groundbreaking features and technology or which offer significant advantages and value in a particular category. Additionally, winners in this category were those whose base model was priced under $110,000.

“The latest Sportage is a significant improvement versus the past model and yet another Kia SUV that is best in class,” said Brian Moody, executive editor for Autotrader. “What was once a competent compact SUV has been recast as a stylish, tech-laden, and very attractive competitor in the red-hot compact SUV segment.”