Kia Sportage

Description

With this hugely improved Mk3 version of the Sportage , Kia (to quote the RAC) “managed to steal sales from both Qashqai-like Crossovers and RAV4-like compact SUVs. With design flair matched to engineering sophistication, it proved to be a very complete - and very desirable - family car”

“Provided that you're not expecting a really sporty Crossover or an off-roader in the traditional sense of the word, it's hard to see how this MK3 model Kia Sportage would disappoint. It's well built, it rides well, there's a strong range of engines, a choice of front or four-wheel drive and - the clincher for many - it looks great.

This South Korean brand has made huge strides in terms of design sophistication, engine efficiency and marketing savvy in recent years, all of which is reflected in this car. With Kias of the past you used to need a spreadsheet to explain the rationale behind your buying decision. Now all you need is a photo.”

We couldn’t put it better ourselves and this particular 2011 example in Black Pearl Metallic with only 2 previous owners and full service history makes a compelling case for owning a Sportage. It has been well looked after and is offered with new MOT and service. It comes with just over 90,000 warranted miles on the clock, which is low for a 2011 plate, and has many years of life left in front of her. It’s not hard to see why in 2022, whilst other makes lost market share in the UK, Kia grew theirs to 6.2% and exceeded over 100,000 sales for the first time!

“Arguably better looking than any other car in this class” and an interior “above and beyond what you’d normally expect at this price point” (RAC again) this is a car which makes you feel good as soon as you see it and then get behind the wheel. This initial impression continues as soon as you hit the road and start to appreciate the impeccable road manners, excellently spaced 6 gear ratios, strong 1.7 litre engine and overall refinement which bears favourable comparison with prestige brands at substantially higher prices.

Having replaced both front suspension arms and the clutch, this vehicle now drives like new. So the next owner can enjoy a reliable, comfortable, safe and very spacious conveyance which feels good to drive without breaking the bank or costing a fortune to keep running.

Skywood Cars has developed a first-class reputation for supplying sensible cars at sensible prices throughout the UK and even as far afield as the South of France! With no quibble backup second to none, we invite you to read all the 5 Star independently verified testimonials on our website and hope to welcome you as a customer at some point.

All Skywood's vehicles are subject to Pre-Delivery Inspection and the detailed report is included with the numerous pictures and walkaround video to give you as complete a picture of the vehicle as possible. We operate a professional, no pressure car sales experience and all major debit and credit cards, apart from American Express, are taken in payment/part payment and we invite you to contact us with any questions you may have before arranging to view the vehicle you are interested in buying.