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2012 Kia Sportage LX FWD powered by 2.4L Inline-4 Gas Engine with 6-Speed Automatic transmission.

Overview
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$20,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Body Type
SUV
Seating capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine
    2.4L Inline-4 Gas
  • Horsepower
    176 hp @ 6000 rpm
  • Torque
    168 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
  • Transmission
    6-Speed Automatic
  • Drivetrain
    Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Pwr Rack & Pinion
  • Turning Diameter
    34.7 ft

Wheels

  • Wheels Type
    Aluminum Wheels
  • Front Wheel Size
    17" x TBD
  • Rear Wheel Size
    17" x TBD

Suspension

  • Front Suspension
    MacPherson Strut
  • Rear Suspension
    Multi-Link

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P225/60R17
  • Rear Tire
    P225/60R17
  • Spare Tire
    Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    25 MPG
  • City
    21 MPG
  • Highway
    30 MPG

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    14.5 gallons
  • Cruising Range City
    304.5 miles
  • Cruising Range Highway
    435 miles

Emissions

  • CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
    7.3 Tons/yr

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Length
    174.8 in
  • Height
    64.4 in
  • Max Width
    73 in
  • Front Width
    63.5 in
  • Rear Width
    63.6 in
  • Wheelbase
    103.9 in
  • Ground Clearance
    6.8 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    5 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    41.4 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    39.1 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    56.7 in
  • Front Seat Hip Room
    53.7 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    37.9 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    38.5 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    55.1 in
  • Rear Seat Hip Room
    49.1 in

Weight and Towing

  • Curb Weight
    3,186 lbs

Colors and Materials

Standard Interior Materials

  • Alpine Gray, Seat trim
  • Black, Seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

  • HD Radio
    Not Available
  • Bluetooth Connection
    Standard
  • Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
    Not Available
  • Premium Sound System
    Not Available
  • Satellite Radio
    Standard
  • Smart Device Integration
    Not Available
  • WiFi Hotspot
    Not Available
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
    Standard
  • Entertainment System
    Not Available
  • MP3 Player
    Standard

Interior Trim

  • Bucket Seats
    Standard
  • Cloth Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Seats
    Not Available
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Not Available
  • Vinyl Seats
    Not Available
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available
  • Sun/Moonroof
    Not Available

Comfort

  • Head-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Optional
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    Standard
  • Power Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Power Mirror(s)
    Standard
  • A/C
    Standard
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Automatic Parking
    Not Available
  • Climate Control
    Not Available
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Standard
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Standard
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Not Available
  • Power Driver Seat
    Not Available
  • Power Passenger Seat
    Not Available
  • Remote Engine Start
    Not Available
  • Remote Trunk Release
    Not Available
  • Seat Memory
    Not Available
  • Universal Garage Door Opener
    Not Available
  • Seat-Massage
    Not Available
  • Rear A/C
    Not Available
  • Keyless Start
    Not Available
  • Navigation from Telematics
    Not Available
  • Telematics
    Not Available

Additional Packages

Convenience pkg

$1,300

rear parking assist, telescopic steering wheel function, roof rails, rear spoiler, dual heated mirrors, carpeted floor mats, cargo cover, sunvisor extenders, illuminated visor vanity mirrors, cooling glove box

Safety

Safety Features

  • Back-Up Camera
    Optional
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
    Not Available
  • Rear Parking Aid
    Optional
  • Blind Spot Monitor
    Not Available
  • Lane Departure Warning
    Not Available
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    Not Available
  • ABS
    Standard
  • Night Vision
    Not Available
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
    Standard
  • Brake Assist
    Standard
  • Stability Control
    Standard
  • Traction Control
    Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

  • Overall Rating
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
  • Side Crash Rating
  • Rollover Rating

Airbags

  • Driver Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Side Air Bag
    Standard
  • Knee Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Passenger Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Side Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Seatbelt Air Bag
    Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

  • Basic
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles
  • Corrosion
    5 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Drivetrain
    10 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance Note
    24-hour roadside assistance
  • Roadside Assistance
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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