Kia Sportage is a five-seat compact vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2013 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 176 to 260 horsepower.
2013 Sportage has a relatively short wheelbase ( 103.9 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier with curb weight of 3157 - 3466 lbs.
2013 Sportage seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - legs - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on shoulders, hips, and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Sportage ia a class-leader on only one measurement - shoulders - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and head.
Trim | 2013 Sportage Base | 2013 Sportage LX | 2013 Sportage EX | 2013 Sportage SX |
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Starging MSRP | $19,000 | $21,200 | $24,200 | $26,900 |
Engine | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 176 hp | 176 hp | 176 hp | 260 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 20 MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
Highway | 27 MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG | 28 MPG |
Combined | 23 MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG | 24 MPG |
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2013 Sportage SUV comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $995 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Sportage