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Kia Sportage
2023 Kia Sportage
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$26,290
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Subaru Forester
2023 Subaru Forester
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$29,695
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Kia Sportage
2023 Kia Sportage Rearward Vision
2023 Kia Sportage Dashboard
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Subaru Forester
2022-2023 Subaru Forester Rear Angle View
2022-2023 Subaru Forester Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
187 hp @ 6100 rpm
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,373 lbs
3,528 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
1,653 lbs
1,500 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
28 MPG
29 MPG
City
25 MPG
26 MPG
Highway
32 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.3 Tons/yr
6.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.3 gallons
16.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
357.5 miles
431.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
457.6 miles
547.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.5 in
182.7 in
Height
65.4 in
68.1 in
Max Width
73.4 in
71.5 in
Front Width
63.8 in
61.6 in
Rear Width
64.1 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
108.5 in
105.1 in
Ground Clearance
7.1 in
8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.4 in
43.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.6 in
40.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.5 in
58.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.8 in
54.5 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.4 in
37.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.6 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.4 in
53.5 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
74.1 ft³
69.1 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
39.6 ft³
26.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
39.6 ft³
26.9 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
43.3 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
32.4 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.6 ft
35.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65HR17
P225/60HR17
Rear Tire
P235/65HR17
P225/60HR17
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ebony Black
  • Everlasting Silver
  • Fusion Black
  • Steel Gray
  • Autumn Green Metallic
  • Brilliant Bronze Metallic
  • Cascade Green Silica
  • Crimson Red Pearl
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Horizon Blue Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Glacial White Pearl
  • Gravity Gray, Late availability.
  • Snow White Pearl
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Premium Cloth Upholstery
  • Gray, Premium Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

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

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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