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2016 Kia Sportage Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP

A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.

Typical asking price

$9,018

Inside the middle half of current listings.

Price intelligence

A map of today's market

Typical asking price is in the typical market range

$2,695$15,995
Typical market range
$7,499–$11,948

Middle 50% of active listings

Typical asking price
$9,018

At typical mileage

Original MSRP range
$23,650–$31,490

3 sourced trims when new

Buyer context

Market pulse

What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.

Where there's room on price

61

/ 100 (strong)

Approx. 65 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 5% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — strong leverage to negotiate.

National supply

65

days of supply

Buyer's market

Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2016 Kia Sportage.

Estimated dealer cost (invoice)

$21,758–$22,704

Estimated dealer invoice — about $23,650 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.

An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.

Typical asking price by trim

TrimTypical asking (at typical mileage)MSRPEst. dealer cost
EX$8,623$26,850$24,702–$25,776
LX$8,947$23,650$21,758–$22,704
SX$10,400$31,490$28,971–$30,230

Trim comparison

How each trim is priced

Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$6,794$20,057$33,319
Typical asking

EX

$8,623

EX: typical asking price $8,623, original MSRP $26,850, estimated dealer cost $24,702 to $25,776.

LX

$8,947

LX: typical asking price $8,947, original MSRP $23,650, estimated dealer cost $21,758 to $22,704.

SX

$10,400

SX: typical asking price $10,400, original MSRP $31,490, estimated dealer cost $28,971 to $30,230.

All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.

Out-the-door price by state

Out-the-door for a 2016 Kia Sportage runs about $9,329 in MT to $10,642 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.

StateSales/use taxDoc + title + regOut-the-door
CA$654$110+$9,782
TX$564$332$9,914
FL$541$1,074+$10,633
NY$361$371$9,750
PA$541$587$10,146
IL$564$683$10,265
OH$519$444$9,981
GA$631$637$10,286
NC$271$793$10,082
WA$586$215+$9,819
OR$0$525$9,543

Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.

Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon

Safety & recalls

2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Kia Sportage.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.

Campaign 18V907000 · 19/12/2018

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.

Campaign 22V051000 · 02/02/2022

Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.

Questions buyers ask

What is the typical asking price for a 2016 Kia Sportage?

Used 2016 Kia Sportage listings ask about $9,018 at typical mileage, with most listings between $7,499 and $11,948. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.

Is the 2016 Kia Sportage cheaper than MSRP?

Yes — its original MSRP was about $23,650, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $14,632 below MSRP.

What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Kia Sportage?

Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $9,329 in MT to $10,642 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.

Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Kia Sportage?

There are about 65 days of national market supply for the 2016 Kia Sportage — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2016 Kia Sportage.

Is the listed price on a 2016 Kia Sportage fair?

Not always. 2016 Kia Sportage listings typically ask about $9,488, roughly 5% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $9,018. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.

What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Kia Sportage?

The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $21,758–$22,704 — its $23,650 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.

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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/25/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.