Kia Sportage
Every Kia Sportage generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1995–present 5 generations · 39 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 187 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 5 Graded 5 Rare/Common
All 5 Kia Sportage Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
This Sportage generation isn't one car — Kia built two different body lengths and wheelbases for different world markets under the same name.
Kia said the QL's mix of sharp edges and smooth surfaces was inspired by modern fighter jets.
Its roof had to hold three times the car's weight against a federal rule of just 1.5 times, and it still earned Top Safety Pick.
Fans of the original complained that this Hyundai-based Sportage was much bigger and had none of the old one's off-road ability.
The 1997 Sportage was the world's first production vehicle with a knee airbag, and from 1995 to 1998 Karmann built Europe's cars in Germany.
Collectors Who Spotted the Kia Sportage
No member has published a public street spot of the Kia Sportage yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Kia Sportage Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NQ5 SportageNQ5 | 2023–present | Uncommon | 2.5L I4 | 187 hp · 181 lb-ft | — | — | 7 trims → | Unclaimed |
| QL SportageQL | 2017–2022 | Uncommon | 2.0L I4 | — | — | — | 8 trims → | Unclaimed |
| SL SportageSL | 2011–2016 | Uncommon | 2.4L I4 | — | — | — | 14 trims → | Unclaimed |
| 2nd Gen Sportage2nd Gen | 2005–2010 | Uncommon | 2.0L I4 | — | — | — | 6 trims → | Unclaimed |
| 1st Gen Sportage1st Gen | 1995–2002 | Rare | 2.0L I4 | — | — | — | 4 trims → | Unclaimed |
See a Kia Sportage on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.