Kia Sportage is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2021 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $2,200 to $2,500, which over the course of five years will cost you $2,000 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.
2021 Sportage has a relatively long wheelbase ( 105.1 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3305 - 3765 lbs.
2021 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 ia a class-leader on only one measurement - head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on shoulders. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is smaller than the average among its peers with 30.7 cu. ft.
Trim | 2021 Sportage LX | 2021 Sportage S | 2021 Sportage EX | 2021 Sportage SX Turbo |
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Starging MSRP | $24,090 | $26,590 | $27,390 | $33,750 |
Engine | 2.4 L/144 | 2.4 L/144 | 2.4 L/144 | 2.0 L/122 |
HP | 181 hp | 181 hp | 181 hp | 240 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 23 MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG | 20 MPG |
Highway | 30 MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG | 28 MPG |
Combined | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 23 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,500 |
2021 Sportage SUV comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $931 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Sportage
2021 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 eighteen 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.