Auto Express Kia is pleased to present the 2023 Kia Sportage for sale at our Kia dealership in Erie, Pennsylvania. Boldly redesigned for this year's model, its expanded passenger and cargo room, multiple powertrain offerings, advanced driver technology, affordable entry price, and industry-leading warranties vault the 2023 Kia Sportage ahead of most other compact SUVs in its class, including the 2022 Nissan Rogue.
Performance
All 2022 Nissan Rogue models come with a 201-horsepower turbocharged three-cylinder engine with highly-respectable fuel economy. In fact, the base model is more efficient than the Kia Sportage's. However, that is the extent of its advantages, because the Kia Sportage offers two-additional engine and powertrain combinations that offer both more power and better gas mileage, including a 226-horsepower hybrid and an even more potent plug-in hybrid that's rated for 32 miles of all-electric range. Both the 2022 Nissan Rogue and 2023 Kia Sportage can be equipped with front- or all-wheel drive, but the Kia Sportage can tow slightly more maximum weight than the Nissan Rogue (1,653 pounds vs. 1,500 pounds). Â
Technology
Both the 2023 Kia Sportage and 2022 Nissan Rogue come standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Connectivity, but the Kia Sportage's 12-inch touchscreen infotainment display is 50% larger than the Nissan Rogue's 8-inch screen. The Kia Sportage also features a snazzy digital instrument dashboard and an available WiFi hotspot.
Passenger and Cargo Space
The 2023 Kia Sportage features a new and distinct exterior, but its benefits are not merely aesthetic. A wider and longer body adds more room for passengers and cargo. Compared to the 2022 Nissan Rogue, the 2023 Kia Sportage offers two more cubic feet of cargo space, and back-seat passengers enjoy two more inches of legroom.
Cost and Warranties
For a larger car with better performance and technology features, one would expect the 2023 Kia Sportage to cost much more than the 2022 Nissan Rogue, but its base price MSRP is actually $830 less ($27,245 vs. $28,075). And in the long run, the difference in the cost of ownership could be even more dramatic once you consider Kia's far superior warranty coverage; a 2022 Nissan Rogue comes with a limited warranty for three years or 36,000 miles and powertrain coverage for five years or 60,000 miles, whereas the 2023 Kia Sportage comes with a limited warranty for five years or 60,000 miles and powertrain coverage for 10 years or 100,000 miles!
Bottom Line
The 2023 Kia Sportage promises to shake up the compact SUV market with its bold new design, expanded passenger and cargo area, enhanced standard technologies, and more efficient powertrain options. The dealership team at Auto Express Kia in Erie, PA, is standing by to answer your questions, take you for a test drive, and help you secure affordable auto financing. We look forward to your visit!
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