# Used 2012 Kia Sportage prices

> The average asking price for a used 2012 Kia Sportage is $7,216, with 131,472 miles on average, across 66 cars for sale at U.S. dealers as of Nov 10, 2026.

Data as of Nov 14, 2026 · [ottoquest.com](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2012) · [all Kia Sportage model years](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage.md)

- Average asking price: $7,216 (median $6,997)
- Average miles: 131,472
- For sale now: 66
- Average days listed: 147 (of 59 with a listing date)

## 2012 Kia Sportage prices by state

States with 5 or more cars for sale.

| State | Average asking | Average miles | For sale | Days listed |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Washington | $7,138 | 166,999 | 6 | 77 |
| California | $6,670 | 104,285 | 5 | 118 |
| Illinois | $6,778 | 143,961 | 5 | 41 |
| New Jersey | $6,608 | 124,875 | 5 | 207 |
| Ohio | $8,588 | 111,293 | 5 | 221 |

## Other Kia Sportage years

| Year | Average asking | Miles | For sale |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| [2027](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2027.md) | $34,366 | 11 | 10,059 |
| [2026](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2026.md) | $31,868 | 2,677 | 8,209 |
| [2025](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2025.md) | $28,365 | 22,621 | 1,570 |
| [2024](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2024.md) | $26,313 | 34,605 | 2,596 |
| [2023](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2023.md) | $23,315 | 53,420 | 2,949 |
| [2022](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2022.md) | $17,441 | 68,480 | 567 |
| [2021](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2021.md) | $16,370 | 73,430 | 573 |
| [2020](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2020.md) | $14,906 | 82,102 | 868 |
| [2019](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2019.md) | $13,238 | 93,050 | 478 |
| [2018](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2018.md) | $11,924 | 101,008 | 432 |
| [2017](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2017.md) | $11,612 | 99,762 | 652 |
| [2016](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2016.md) | $9,919 | 108,971 | 173 |
| [2015](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2015.md) | $9,033 | 112,932 | 147 |
| [2014](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2014.md) | $8,333 | 115,268 | 92 |
| [2013](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2013.md) | $8,017 | 116,667 | 101 |
| **2012** | $7,216 | 131,472 | 66 |
| [2011](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2011.md) | $6,862 | 133,317 | 62 |
| [2010](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2010.md) | $6,566 | 97,073 | 17 |
| [2009](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2009.md) | $5,599 | 124,818 | 21 |
| [2008](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2008.md) | $5,771 | 121,322 | 28 |
| [2007](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2007.md) | $5,794 | 135,405 | 16 |
| [2006](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2006.md) | $4,906 | 164,131 | 12 |
| [2005](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2005.md) | $5,199 | 74,372 | 1 |
| [2002](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2002.md) | $4,447 | 113,117 | 3 |
| [2001](https://ottoquest.com/models/kia-sportage/2001.md) | $3,954 | 167,902 | 1 |

## Recalls · 5

NHTSA, this model year.

- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (Sep 25, 2023): Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles.  The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- ENGINE (Dec 2, 2020): Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles.  An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
- ENGINE (Feb 15, 2019): Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Kia Sportage vehicles.  The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS (Dec 19, 2018): 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.
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE (Mar 31, 2017): Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles.  Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.

## Used 2012 Kia Sportage prices: common questions

### What is a fair price for a used 2012 Kia Sportage?

Used 2012 Kia Sportages for sale at U.S. dealers ask $7,216 on average (half ask less than $6,997), across 66 cars. The cars for sale have 131,472 miles on average: one with fewer miles is worth more, and one with more is worth less. To check one car's price against cars of its trim and mileage, enter its VIN in OttoQuest's free Deal Check.

### How long are used 2012 Kia Sportages for sale?

The 59 for sale with a listing date have been listed 147 days on average. A car listed much longer than that, or one whose price has already been cut, usually leaves more room to negotiate.

### How does the 2012 Kia Sportage compare with the 2011 and 2013?

The 2012 asks $7,216 on average with 131,472 miles; the 2011 asks $6,862 with 133,317 miles, and the 2013 asks $8,017 with 116,667 miles.

### Does the 2012 Kia Sportage have recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns that cover the 2012 Kia Sportage. Repairs are free at a dealer of the make; check a car's VIN with NHTSA before you buy to see whether its recalls were fixed.

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