How much is a 2018 Kia SportagePetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Kia SportagePetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €14,800, based on 14 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Kia Sportage depreciate per year?

A Kia Sportage loses roughly 14.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Kia Sportage from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Kia SportagePetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Kia SportagePetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Kia Sportage2018

Petrol

€14,800ROI listing median

22 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€15k – €15k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 5h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€14,800

private sale ~€11,733 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€10,360 – €12,580

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

116k km

typical 102k km

Days listed

22d

avg on market · demand 41/100

AI Market Summary

Petrol engine is fuel-efficient and avoids diesel DPF hassle—solid daily driver choice for mixed Irish roads.
€14,800 median holds firm; good value if mileage genuine, though petrol Sportages less common than diesels on market.
Direct injection carbon build-up risk on petrol engines—check for rough idle, hesitation, or service history gaps; short-trip commuters hit hardest.
Inspect infotainment responsiveness (touch-screen freezing reported); test all buttons and screen before committing, as repairs aren't cheap.
Verify full service history, especially fuel system maintenance; missing records on a petrol engine this age warrant caution.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

132 bhp

134 PS

Torque

161 Nm

119 lb·ft

0–62 mph

11.5s

113 mph top

Engine

1.6L

1591 cc

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

CO₂

162 g/km

Fuel tank

62L

Dimensions

Width

1.85m

Height

1.65m

Wheelbase

2.67m

Kerb weight

1,505 kg

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Kia Sportage 2018

Reliability

4/5

The 2018 Kia Sportage petrol is a dependable compact SUV with solid build quality and strong warranty reputation. Ownership is generally trouble-free, though some early examples show minor electrical gremlins and potential engine carbon build-up on the direct-injection units. Good value for money with reasonable servicing costs and strong resale.

Known issues

Direct injection carbon build-up on petrol engine, particularly if predominantly short-journey driving — may cause rough idle or hesitation
Occasional electrical gremlins: infotainment system freezing or touch-screen unresponsiveness
DPF issues on diesel variants (not applicable to petrol, but owner confusion common)
Some reports of transmission lag or shudder during low-speed manoeuvres (automatic models)
Minor coolant leak at heater hose connections — usually rectified under warranty
Parking sensor intermittent faults in damp conditions

Good for

Practical, spacious interior with good boot space for a compact SUV
Reliable, proven Gamma petrol engine with no major design flaws
Low running costs and reasonable fuel economy (mid-low 30s mpg typical real-world)
Excellent 7-year/150,000 km Kia warranty (if original owner, transferable at cost)

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls2 found

Seat Belt2019

Seat belt may not retract properly, increasing risk of injury in collision

Remedy: Replacement of seat belt pretensioner unit

2019/0145

Airbags2018

Front passenger airbag may not deploy correctly in some vehicles due to electrical connector issue

Remedy: Inspection and replacement of airbag connector harness

2018/0068

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

by value score

Kia Sportage Sport 1.6 Petrol 181

€14,800

0% vs expected price

177k km · manual · Bandon, Cork · 26d

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