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New Kia Sportage Taxi for Sale UK

Looking for a new Kia Sportage taxi for sale? The Sportage is one of the UK's favourite family SUVs and a popular choice with private hire drivers. It's stylish, comfortable, well equipped and backed by Kia's 7-year warranty. At Cabs4Less we supply brand new Kia Sportage taxis to private hire and hackney drivers all over the UK, with flexible taxi finance to help you get on the road sooner.

Choose petrol, mild hybrid, self-charging Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid to suit the way you work.

Get a Kia Sportage taxi quote or call us on 01522 300266.

Why the Kia Sportage Makes a Great Taxi

A good taxi has to keep passengers happy, keep running costs low and keep going shift after shift. The Sportage does all three.

Hybrid fuel savings: The self-charging Hybrid charges itself as you drive and is smooth and quiet in town traffic, with official economy of up to 54.3mpg across the range.
Electric driving for local jobs: The Plug-in Hybrid lets you do short town trips on electric power if you charge at home.
Classy, comfortable cabin: The Sportage is known for its smart, well-equipped interior, with a big curved screen that looks premium to passengers.
Space for rear passengers: Plenty of legroom and headroom in the back for adults.
Big boot for airport runs: 587 litres of boot space (Hybrid), which is one of the biggest in its class.
Relaxing on the motorway: The ride settles down nicely at higher speeds, making long airport and out-of-town jobs comfortable for you and your passengers.
7-year warranty: Kia's 7-year or 100,000-mile warranty*.

Kia Sportage Engine Options for Taxi Drivers

Kia Sportage Hybrid (Self-Charging)

The most popular choice for taxi work. A 1.6 turbo petrol engine works with an electric motor for smooth automatic driving and strong pulling power, with 0-62mph in 7.9 seconds. It charges its own battery as you drive and brake, so it suits drivers who can't charge at home or who cover big mileages.

Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid

Charge it at home overnight and do short local jobs on electric power, then let the petrol engine take over for longer trips. It's ideal if most of your work is local and you have off-street parking.

Kia Sportage Petrol and Mild Hybrid

The lowest purchase price in the range. A good option for lower-mileage private hire work if you want the Sportage's space and comfort at a lower starting cost.

Kia Sportage Taxi Key Specs

Body style - 5-door, 5-seat SUV
Engines - 1.6 T-GDi petrol / mild hybrid, Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid
Fuel economy - 40.4 to 54.3mpg depending on version (official figures)
0-62mph - 7.9 seconds (Hybrid)
Boot space - 587 litres (Hybrid)
Warranty - 7 years / 100,000 miles*

Figures are manufacturer figures and can vary by version and model year. Ask our team for the exact spec of the car you are buying.

Can I License a Kia Sportage as a Taxi?

Outside London, every local council sets its own rules for private hire and hackney carriage vehicles. These can include the age of the vehicle, the number of doors and seats, minimum legroom, emissions and even the colour of the car. The Sportage is already widely used by private hire drivers across the UK, and as a brand new, 5-seat, 5-door SUV with low-emission hybrid options, it meets the typical requirements of many councils.

Always check your council's vehicle licensing policy before you buy. Talk to our team and we'll help you understand what to look for.

Kia Sportage Taxi Finance

We work with a panel of specialist lenders who understand the taxi trade, including self-employed and newly licensed drivers. Buy your Sportage outright or spread the cost with taxi finance that fits your weekly earnings.

Find out more about taxi finance.

Buy a New Kia Sportage Private Hire Car from Cabs4Less

When you buy a new Kia Sportage private hire car from us, you deal with a team that works with taxi drivers every day.

Taxi trade specialists: We only supply vehicles to the taxi trade, so we know what drivers and councils need.
Brand new cars: Get the latest Kia Sportage with full manufacturer warranty.
Flexible finance: A panel of lenders to find the right deal for you.
17+ brands to compare: Compare the Sportage with the Hyundai Tucson and Jaecoo 7, or go fully electric with the Kia EV5.
Drivers across the UK: Based in Saxilby, Lincolnshire, and supplying taxi drivers nationwide.

Kia Sportage Taxi FAQs

Where can I find a new Kia Sportage taxi for sale in the UK?

Cabs4Less supplies brand new Kia Sportage taxis to private hire and hackney drivers across the UK. Call us on 01522 300266 or email sales@cabs4less.co.uk for current availability.

Can I buy a new Kia Sportage for private hire work?

Yes. You can buy a new Kia Sportage private hire car outright or on taxi finance through Cabs4Less. It's a 5-seat, 5-door SUV that suits private hire licensing in many council areas, but check your local council's rules before you buy.

Is the Kia Sportage a good taxi?

Yes. The Sportage is comfortable, stylish and well equipped, with plenty of rear space and a 587-litre boot in Hybrid form. The self-charging Hybrid is especially popular with taxi drivers because it doesn't need to be plugged in.

Which Kia Sportage is best for taxi work?

Most taxi drivers choose the Sportage Hybrid for its low running costs and no need to charge. If you can charge at home and do mostly local work, the Plug-in Hybrid can lower your fuel costs further.

Kia Sportage or Hyundai Tucson: which is the better taxi?

Both share similar hybrid technology and make excellent taxis. The Sportage has a longer 7-year warranty, while the Tucson has a slightly bigger boot on some versions. Our team can help you compare them.

What warranty does the Kia Sportage come with?

The Kia Sportage comes with Kia's 7-year or 100,000-mile manufacturer warranty. Terms can differ for taxi use, so ask us for the details on your vehicle.

Can I get finance on a Kia Sportage taxi?

Yes. Cabs4Less works with a panel of lenders who specialise in the taxi trade. Contact us on 01522 300266 for a finance quote.