Other recognitions the crossover obtained include the famous red dot Style prize in Malaysia and several other journal and market prizes from both the U.S. Declares and Southern South Korea. Car Buyer also identified the Kia Sportage by making it Car Buyer's first Car of the Season at the Geneva Motor Show. Navy News also called Kia's CUV the "Best Cross-over of 2011". Also praising the Sportage is Complete off Street journal, which identified the Sportage as the Best Younger SUV. All of these acknowledgments have drawn many new clients to the Kia product.

In one of the biggest awards, the Kia Sportage also gained a 2011 "Vehicle Fulfillment Award" from Auto Pacific. It was recognized by entrepreneurs for providing both excellent value and great levels of overall satisfaction. Consumers were satisfied with the crossover's excellent gas mileage, smooth design, and excellent performance. Customers also mentioned that it offered a relaxed drive with significant amounts of practical functions.