Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Kia Sportage
For 2005–2022 models, the Kia Sportage has 24.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 49.3 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
49.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.0× the Kia Sportage’s rate
- Complaints
- 15,472
- Sold
- 3,140,383
- Recall campaigns
- 65
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2008, 2011–2012 and 2014. Fewest: 2010, 2016, 2020 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
-
Body control and other modules
Typically around 70,000 mi
-
Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 83,000 mi
-
Stalling and no-start
Typically around 80,000 mi
-
Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 79,750 mi
-
Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 81,350 mi
Kia Sportage
24.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
49% fewer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Complaints
- 2,621
- Sold
- 1,054,453
- Recall campaigns
- 14
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2011–2013 and 2017. Fewest: 2010, 2019 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
-
Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings)
Typically around 100,000 mi
-
Stalling and no-start
Typically around 69,000 mi
-
Body control and other modules
Typically around 68,000 mi
-
Oil consumption and leaks
Typically around 80,500 mi
-
Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 75,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Grand Cherokee or the Kia Sportage?
For 2005–2022 models, the Kia Sportage has 24.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Grand Cherokee has 49.3, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Grand Cherokee is body control and other modules, typically around 70,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Kia Sportage?
The most-reported problem on the Kia Sportage is internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings), typically around 100,000 miles.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee and Kia Sportage years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Grand Cherokee: 2008, 2011–2012 and 2014; Kia Sportage: 2011–2013 and 2017.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.