Kia Sportage is a five-seat compact vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2016 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 182 to 260 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $2,500 to $2,700, which over the course of five years will cost you $3,000 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.
2016 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 lighter with curb weight of 3280 - 3585 lbs.
2016 Sportage seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Sportage falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is smaller than the average among its peers with 26.1 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 Sportage LX | 2016 Sportage EX | 2016 Sportage SX |
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Starging MSRP | $22,150 | $25,350 | $29,990 |
Engine | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 182 hp | 182 hp | 260 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 20 MPG |
Highway | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 26 MPG |
Combined | 23 MPG | 23 MPG | 22 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,600 |
2016 Sportage SUV comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $619 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, Sportage
2016 Sportage SUV has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed one hundred and five complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Kia, which by itself is a relatively low number.