Model year guide

2007 Kia Sportage

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Kia Sportage is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 59 on record.

2007 Kia Sportage — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2007 Kia Sportage at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints77
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$4,452

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2007 Kia Sportage recalls 2

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #09V130000 · 17/04/2009

HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A STOP LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION MAY ALSO AFFECT …

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #13V114000 · 01/04/2013

Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, …

Fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2007 Kia Sportage common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2007 Kia Sportage MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,010

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2007 Kia Sportage worth?

Low
$2,450
Typical price
$4,452
High
$6,500

From 57 comparable 2007 Kia Sportage listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Kia Sportage costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,050
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,400
Total$18,450
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,452) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,068), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2007 Kia Sportage trims & engines on record

Trims
LX · EX · KM
Engines
2.0L · 2.7L 6-cyl

2007 Kia Sportage vehicles on record

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2007 Kia Sportage — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Kia Sportage have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2007 Kia Sportage. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Kia Sportage?

Based on 77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, engine, suspension.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Kia Sportage get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2007 Kia Sportage at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2007 Kia Sportage worth?

Comparable 2007 Kia Sportage listings run roughly $2,450–$6,500, typically around $4,452 (from 57 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.