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What is Kia Sportage SX?

What is Kia Sportage SX?

Most Sportage models are powered by a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter inline-four with 181 horsepower, but the SX comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four good for 237 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard on the SX, and all-wheel drive is a $1500 option.

What is the difference between Kia Sportage LX EX and SX?

The LX and EX trims of the 2017 Kia Sportage come with a 2.4-liter engine that puts out 181 horsepower, while the SX Turbo trim jumps up to the heady levels of 240 HP, thanks to a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. All three trims handle like a sedan, with a 34.8-foot turning circle.

Are Kias reliable?

Kia is a reliable car brand. Overall, RepairPal gives Kia a 4.0 out of 5.0 reliability rating and ranks it third overall for reliability (out of 32 brands). Is Kia more reliable than Toyota? Both Kia and Toyota are known for reliability, and both have a RepairPal reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5.0.

How many miles will a Kia Sportage last?

200,000 miles
There’s no longer any concern with buying a new Kia vehicle. The Sportage is one of the brand’s most reliable models, and you can expect one to last for 200,000 miles or more. Owners who give their SUVs lots of love and care can expect it to live a long life.

Which wheel size does the 2021 Sportage SX Turbo have?

19-inch
The SX Turbo comes fully packed with features and includes some premium goodies such as 19-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, SiriusXM radio, and integrated navigation.

How reliable are used Kia Sportage?

Overall, though, Kia has a good reputation for reliability. In our most recent survey, the Sportage finished in sixth place in the small SUV class with an excellent score of 88%. Kia as a brand finished in 11th place out of 32 manufacturers, with an impressive score of 81%.

What is the most economical Kia Sportage?

The most efficient Sportage model is the 1.6 CRDi diesel combined with the 2 trim level, which brings smaller 17-inch wheels. Kia claims a combined economy figure of 52.3mpg with emissions at 141g/km.

What are the pros and cons of a Kia Sportage?

Pros: Excellent all-around ride and handling refinement; broad selection of available comfort, safety, and technology features; peppy acceleration with turbocharged engine. Cons: Styling is a bit too radical for some tastes; less cargo room than some class competitors.

What is the rating of a Kia Sportage?

The 2019 Kia Sportage received a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA (out of a possible five stars). In IIHS testing, the Sportage received a front crash prevention designation of Superior, fully avoiding a collision in 12-mph low-speed and 25-mph high-speed autobrake tests.

Where is the Kia Sportage?

The Kia Sportage is manufactured at Kia’s production facility in Zilina, Slovakia, and remains the brand’s bestselling model in Europe, with more than 97,000 sold across Europe in 2014, accounting for 27.5% of Kia sales.