1.7 / 2.0 CRDi (diesel)
2015–2021 · diesel · 1685cc · 141hp
Engine codes: D4FD, D4HA
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Kia Sportage IV 1.7 / 2.0 CRDi (diesel). Check this before you buy used.
The CRDi diesels are the high-mileage Sportage choice — the 1.7 (D4FD, shared with the ix35/i40) and the stronger 2.0 (D4HA, with AWD), both well-proven U-line/R-family units. Standard modern-diesel cautions: DPF clogging on short trips, EGR sooting, injector wear, and the AdBlue/SCR system on later cars. With disciplined oil and motorway use they're dependable long-haulers; the 2.0 is the one for AWD/towing. Buy on oil and DPF history.
Same engine, other cars
This is the same physical engine (D4FD) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:
Known Issues
DPF clogs and EGR soots on urban use; AdBlue/SCR on later cars.
Fix / Workaround: Motorway regens; clean EGR; diagnose SCR.
Repair cost: €300–€1100
Typically appears after: 130,000 km
Injector wear and turbo attention at higher mileage.
Fix / Workaround: Injector test; check turbo.
Repair cost: €200–€1300
Typically appears after: 170,000 km
Mileage Thresholds
After 170,000 km: DPF + injector window.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐Oil + DPF history
- ☐1.7 shared with ix35/i40; 2.0 for AWD
- ☐AdBlue health (later cars)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Sportage IV 1.7 / 2.0 CRDi (diesel) reliable?
Maint. Sensitive — The CRDi diesels are the high-mileage Sportage choice — the 1.7 (D4FD, shared with the ix35/i40) and the stronger 2.0 (D4HA, with AWD), both well-proven U-line/R-family units. Standard modern-diesel cautions: DPF clogging on short trips, EGR sooting, injector wear, and the AdBlue/SCR system on later cars. With disciplined oil and motorway use they're dependable long-haulers; the 2.0 is the one for AWD/towing. Buy on oil and DPF history.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Kia Sportage IV 1.7 / 2.0 CRDi (diesel)?
The most commonly reported problems: DPF / EGR / AdBlue, Injector / turbo (high miles).
Is a used Kia Sportage IV 1.7 / 2.0 CRDi (diesel) worth buying?
Fine if serviced correctly — but it punishes neglect hard. History and the right consumables matter.