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KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,215 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

92%

Total Tests (2024)

1,215

Avg Mileage

26,677 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.

At 3 years old, 92% of KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SAs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,215 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 26,677 miles.

How does the 2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars1889th out of 3,373(top 56%)
Rank among all KIA models145th out of 472(top 31%)
vs national average+10% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+0% (92% avg)
vs KIA average+6% (86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA has 26,677 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 88%. The 2021 sits between the two at 92%.

How much does a 2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202294%7826,007 mi
202192%1,21526,677 mi
202088%50332,206 mi

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About the 2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA

The 2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 1,215 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 26,677 miles at 3 years old, KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA Reliability Trend

Newer KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 KIA SPORTAGE GT-LN S CRDI MHEV SA

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 94%.

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