2025 Models Selling Above MSRP: Kia Sportage Leads the Pack
A new Consumer Reports list reveals that several 2025 models are selling above their manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP), with the Kia Sportage EX AWD leading the charge at a seven percent premium. This trend extends to unexpected vehicles like the discontinued Chevrolet Malibu, which continues to fetch higher prices despite production ending in late 2024.Key TakeawaysKia Sportage EX AWD sells for an average of $33,343, seven percent above MSRP.The Hyundai Kona SE and Kia K5 GT also command six percent premiums over their respective MSRPs.Pickup trucks like the GMC Sierra 1500 and Nissan Frontier SV are also selling for higher prices.According to TrueCar data, the Kia Sportage EX AWD averages $33,343, marking a seven percent increase over its MSRP of $31,290. The Hyundai Kona SE i...