Do Kia Sportage owners face delayed throttle response o r engine lag?

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Do Kia Sportage owners face delayed throttle response o r engine lag?

There are discussions about a slight delay in throttle response in automatic variants, particularly in ECO mode.

Lubaba asked on 05 May 2025 17:55:49 pm

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Car Mechanic Expert - on 05 May 2025 17:59:50 pm

Yes, particularly in the automatic variants and ECO driving mode, some drivers experience a slight throttle delay o r sluggishness in gear shifting. The issue is more noticeable in urban stop-go traffic, though switching to Sport mode o r manual shifting can slightly improve response.