Service and repair manuals for 28 model years of the Kia Sportage, 1995 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Kia published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, SOHC · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC · 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC · 2.7L V6 — 162 cu in, DOHC · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.4L I4 — 144 cu in, DOHC · 3.3L V6 — 204 cu in, DOHC · 1.6L I4 — 98 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.5L I4 — 152 cu in, DOHC.
Federal safety record, all years: 72 recalls, 6,559 owner complaints and 1,583 technical service bulletins are logged for the Sportage. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Sportage year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49.99 | 3 | 1.6L I4; 2.5L I4 | Hybrid EX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Sport Utility 4-Door · Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Line Limited Sport Utility 4-Door +13 | details → |
| 2023 | $49.99 | 6 | 1.6L I4; 2.5L I4; 2.0L I4 | Hybrid EX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Sport Utility 4-Door · Plug-In Hybrid X-Line Prestige Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Line Limited Sport Utility 4-Door +14 | details → |
| 2022 | $49.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX S Sport Utility 4-Door · Nightfall Edition Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Turbo Sport Utility 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2021 | $49.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX S Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Turbo Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door +8 | details → |
| 2020 | $49.99 | 2 | 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX S Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Turbo Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door +8 | details → |
| 2019 | $49.99 | 2 | 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Turbo Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · SXL Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2018 | $49.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | SX Turbo Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · SXL Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Pack Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2017 | $49.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Turbo Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · SXL Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2016 | $49.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4; 3.3L V6 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Luxury Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2015 | $49.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Luxury Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2014 | $49.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Luxury Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2013 | $49.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2012 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2011 | $29.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2010 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 2.7L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2009 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 2.7L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2008 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 2.7L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Convenience Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Luxury Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2007 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 2.7L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2006 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4; 2.7L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2005 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4; 2.7L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2002 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4 | Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2001 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Convertible 2-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2000 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4 | Base Convertible 2-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 1999 | $29.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4 | Base Convertible 2-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 1998 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4 | EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 1997 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4 | EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 1996 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4 | EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 1995 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4 | EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2024 Sportage manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 76
- General Information 1,573
- Accessories & Equipment 7,067
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 604
- Body & Frame 886
- Maintenance 11
- Brakes 3,423
- Restraints 1,626
- Drivelines & Axles 99
- Steering 876
- Electrical 320
- Suspension 425
- Engine Mechanical 469
- Transmission 640
- Engine Performance 16,030
04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Sportage manual | $29.99–$49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Sportage manual
Which Sportage years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1995 to 2024 — 28 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Kia Sportage manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Kia published for the Sportage, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Sportage wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Sportage manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Sportage recalls?
72 recalls are on federal record across the 1995–2024 Sportage, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Kia dealers.
Why do some Sportage years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 1995–2012 at $29.99, 2013–2024 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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