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Kia Sportage 1.6T GDi PHEV 4 5dr Auto AWD Review

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This plug-in hybrid pairs the 1.6-litre T-GDI petrol engine with an electric motor and a larger 13.8kWh battery. This should be good enough to drive on electric power alone for most short commutes of over 35 miles. Combined power output is higher than the HEV at 261bhp and this is four-wheel drive only.

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Buyers seeking value for money should have Kia towards the top of their shopping list.

Although once a niche brand in the UK, today Kia outsells many more established brands, helped by its market-leading seven-year warranty and a strong reputation for reliability; in fact, Kia regularly finishes towards the top of our reliability surveys.

There are plenty of models to choose from, too, ranging from the small Picanto city car to the Ceed family hatchback and the Sorento large SUV. The Picanto was the first Kia to win its class at the What Car? Car of the Year awards.

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If you fancy more toys, the 4 comes with a panoramic roof, a Harman Kardon stereo, wireless phone-charging, a 360-degree parking camera, a blind-spot monitor and adaptive LED headlamps.

1.6T GDi PHEV 4 5dr Auto AWD

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Front seatbelt pretensioners + load limiters

All round electric windows with drivers and front passenger auto up/down function

Electrically adjustable/heated/folding door mirrors with LED indicators

Advanced anti-theft system including immobiliser and alarm

Reversing camera system integrated into centre fascia screen

Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a great all-round family SUV that offers a generous amount of space for four and in the boot, with one of best interiors in its class. The Sportage still makes the most sense if you stick with the lower trim levels, but despite the Hyundai Tucson being a slightly cheaper route into a hybrid family SUV, we reckon the Sportage is the slightly more polished alternative.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Comfortable ride </li> <li>Feature-filled infotainment </li> <li>Space for child seats </li> <li>Robust build quality </li> <li>Practical storage spaces </li> <li>A boot fit for a family holiday </li> <li>Fuel-efficient engines</li></ul>

While we define a small SUV&nbsp;as something&nbsp;less than 4.3 metres long and a large SUV as measuring more than 4.5 metres, family SUVs tread the middle ground.

As the name suggests, the vast majority are&nbsp;designed for family duties rather than serious off-roading, so practicality is paramount. However, that&nbsp;shouldn't come at the expense of a decent drive; the best examples combine tidy handling with smooth engines&nbsp;and a ride that's comfortable&nbsp;enough to ensure the kids aren't left feeling queasy.

The Seat Ateca and&nbsp;Skoda Karoq should definitely be on your shortlist. But if you have a bit more to spend,&nbsp;the Range Rover Evoque is another strong option. If money is a concern, then the Dacia Duster provides comfortable, spacious and well-equipped transportation for an affordable price.

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