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2018 Kia Sportage LX Specs

Kia Sportage

The LX is the base model in the Kia Sportage range and comes in either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. It has a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 181 hp connected to a six-speed automatic transmission. For a base model, it comes with many great standard features such as a five-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port, air conditioning, radio, six speakers, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, and remote keyless entry. The front-wheel-drive model starts at $23,600, while $25,100 bags you an extra driven axle. Driver assistance features aren’t standard but can be equipped optionally, unlike some rival crossovers.

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Overview
Select configuration:
$23,600
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
2.4-liter Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Body Type
SUV
Seating capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
TBC
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

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

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Rack-Pinion
  • Turning Diameter
    34.8 ft

Wheels

  • Front Wheel Size
    17" x 7"
  • Rear Wheel Size
    17" x 7"

Suspension

  • Front Suspension
    Strut
  • Rear Suspension
    Multi-Link

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P225/60HR17
  • Rear Tire
    P225/60HR17

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    26 MPG
  • City
    23 MPG
  • Highway
    30 MPG

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    16.4 gallons
  • Cruising Range City
    377.2 miles
  • Cruising Range Highway
    492 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Height
    64.4 in
  • Max Width
    73 in
  • Front Width
    63.5 in
  • Rear Width
    64 in
  • Wheelbase
    105.1 in
  • Ground Clearance
    6.4 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    5 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    41.5 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    39.3 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    57.1 in
  • Front Seat Hip Room
    54.3 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    38.2 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    39.1 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    55.1 in
  • Rear Seat Hip Room
    51.2 in

Weight and Towing

  • Curb Weight
    3,305 lbs
  • Maximum Towing Capacity
    1,650 lbs

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Burnished Copper
  • Clear White
  • Mineral Silver
  • Pacific Blue
  • Sparkling Silver

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Cherry
  • Hyper Red

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Gray, Cloth 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
    Optional
  • 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
    Standard
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Standard
  • Vinyl Seats
    Standard
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available
  • Sun/Moonroof
    Not Available

Comfort

  • Head-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Not Available
  • 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
    Optional
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Standard
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Optional
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Standard
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Optional
  • Power Driver Seat
    Optional
  • 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

LX Popular Package

$1,200

Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control, auto defog and ionizing air purifier, Windshield Wiper De-Icer, Heated Front Bucket Seats, 10-way power adjustable driver seat w/2-way power lumbar support, Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors, Radio: AM/FM/SiriusXM, 7" touch-screen, UVO eServices, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6-speakers, 160-watts, Bluetooth phone and streaming audio and USB/auxiliary input jacks, UV-Reducing Solar Control Glass, Roof Rails

LX Technology Package

$1,300

Automated Emergency Braking, pedestrian detection, Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Lane Departure Warning System, Power Folding Mirrors, turn signals

Safety

Safety Features

  • Back-Up Camera
    Standard
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
    Optional
  • Rear Parking Aid
    Not Available
  • Blind Spot Monitor
    Optional
  • Lane Departure Warning
    Optional
  • 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
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles