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2016 Kia Sportage Review

2016 Kia Sportage © Kia Motors

The Sportage carries into the 2016 model year with minor changes to simplify the line-up and add premium features. Offered in three trim levels: LX, EX and SX, the Sportage stands out in the compact CUV segment with cutting-edge design that doesn’t compromise on space or utility.

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Changes for 2016 focus on standard content enhancements along with features offered within the various option packages. Notable is the EX, which adds standard leather trimmed seating surfaces this year.

2016 Kia Sportage © Kia Motors

2016 Kia Sportage © Kia Motors

The LX Popular Package adds a touchscreen display with integrated Rear Camera Display1 and auto on/off headlights to the existing equipment, which includes a rear spoiler, roof rails, trip computer, rear armrest with cup holders and illuminated sun visors. Along with leather seating surfaces, the EX adds as standard equipment Smart Key with push-button start.

2016 Kia Sportage © Kia Motors

2016 Kia Sportage © Kia Motors

For 2016, the EX Premium Package adds the Infinity®2 Premium audio system, front fog lights, integrated turn signals in the heated outside mirrors along with a cooled glove box. Carryover features found in the EX Premium Package include panoramic sunroof, navigation and ventilated front seats. The SX is fully loaded, adding to the EX Premium Package a standard turbocharged engine, dual exhaust pipes, LED Daytime Running Lamps, LED tail lights, aluminum door-scuff plates, and unique wheels and grille design.

2016 Kia Sportage © Kia Motors

2016 Kia Sportage © Kia Motors

The 2016 Sportage continues to be offered with two engine choices: a 2.4-liter GDI inline-4 cylinder (LX and EX models) and the sportier 2.0-liter GDI turbocharged inline-4 cylinder (SX). The normally aspirated 2.4-liter engine produces 182 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and a maximum 177 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm, while the 2.0-liter powerplant makes a rousing 260 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and a stout 269 lb.-ft. of torque from a low 1,850 rpm. All-wheel drive is available across all three trim levels and a six-speed automatic transmission is standard.

What’s New

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LX

  • Popular Package
    — Touchscreen audio display
    — Rear Camera Display
    — Auto on/off head lights

EX

  • Standard leather trimmed seating surfaces
  • Standard push button start with Smart Key
  • Premium Package
    — Infinity premium audio
    — Integrated outside mirror turn signals
    — Heated outside mirrors
    — Front fog lamps
    — Cooled glove box
    — Auto-dimming rearview mirror

SX

  • Standard leather trimmed seating surfaces
  • Standard ventilated seats
  • Standard panoramic sunroof
  • Standard Homelink

Specifications

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LXEXSX
Engine
Type
2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine (ULEV)
2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine (SULEV)
2.0L, Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine (ULEV)
Valve System
D-CVVT (16V Mechanical Lash Adjusters)
D-CVVT (16V Mechanical Lash Adjusters)
D-CVVT (16V Mechanical Lash Adjusters)
Horsepower (SAE net)
182 hp @ 6,000 rpm
180 hp @ 6,000 rpm
260 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque (SAE net)
177 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
176 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
269 lb.-ft. @ 1,850-3,000 rpm
Displacement (cc)
2,359 cc
2,359 cc
1,998 cc
Compression ratio
11.3:1
11.3:1
9.5:1
Ignition System
Distributorless
Distributorless
Distributorless
Fuel System
Returnless Fuel System
Returnless Fuel System
Returnless Fuel System
Emission Control System
WCC + UCC
WCC + UCC
Integrated Close-coupled Catalytic Converter (ICCC)
Engine Oil Capacity (liters)
4.6 liter
4.6 liter
4.6 liter
Electrical System
Battery (AH)
68AH
68AH
68AH
Alternator
13.5V 110A
13.5V 110A
13.5V 130A
Starter
12V 1.2kW
12V 1.2kW
12V 1.2kW
Drivetrain
6-speed automatic transmission with H-Matic
-
-
-
Drive type
FWD/AWD
AWD
FWD/AWD
4WD System
Full time (on demand)
Full time (on demand)
Full time (on demand)
Gear Ratios
-
-
-
1st
4.212:1
4.212:1
4.651:1
2nd
2.637:1
2.637:1
2.831:1
3rd
1.800:1
1.800:1
1.842:1
4th
1.386:1
1.386:1
1.386:1
5th
1.000:1
1.000:1
1.000:1
6th
0.772:1
0.772:1
0.772:1
Reverse
3.385:1
3.385:1
3.393:1
Final gear ratio
3.064:1 (FWD)/ 3.195:1 (AWD)
3.195:1
3.320:1
Clutch type
Torque Converter
Torque Converter
Torque Converter
Lubricant oil capacity
7.1 liter
7.1 liter
7.8 liter
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in.)
103.9 in.
103.9 in.
103.9 in.
Length (in.)
174.8 in.
174.8 in.
175.2 in.
Width (in.)
73 in.
73 in.
73 in.
Height (in.)
64.4 in.
64.4 in.
64.4 in.
Track (in.), (front/rear)
63.3 in./63.3 in.
62.9 in./62.9 in.
62.9 in./62.9 in.
Overhang (front/rear)
1.38 in. / 1.41 in.
1.38 in. / 1.41 in.
1.38 in. / 1.41 in.
Min. Ground Clearance (in.)
6.8 in.
6.8 in.
6.8 in.
Approach angle (degrees)
28.1
28.1
28.1
Departure angle (degrees)
28.2
28.2
28.2
Ramp brake over angle (degrees)
18.7
18.7
18.7
Interior Dimensions
Seating capacity
5
5
5
Head room, front/rear (in.)
39.1 in./ 38.5 in.
39.1 in./ 38.5 in.
39.1 in./ 38.5 in.
Leg room, front/rear (in.)
41.4 in./ 37.9 in.
41.4 in./ 37.9 in.
41.4 in./ 37.9 in.
Shoulder room, front/rear (in.)
56.7 in./ 55.1 in.
56.7 in./ 55.1 in.
56.7 in./ 55.1 in.
Hip room, front/rear (in.)
53.7 in./ 49.1 in.
53.7 in./ 49.1 in.
53.7 in./ 49.1 in.
Cargo volume (rear seat up) (cu. ft.) (SAE 1st/2nd row)
54.6 cu. ft./26.1 cu. ft.
54.6 cu. ft./26.1 cu. ft.
54.6 cu. ft./26.1 cu. ft.
Chassis/Suspension
Body type
Unibody
Unibody
Unibody
Front suspension
MacPherson Strut and Stabilizer
MacPherson Strut and Stabilizer
MacPherson Strut and Stabilizer
Rear suspension
Multi-link
Multi-link
Multi-link
Steering
Steering type
Motor power assisted, Rack and pinion type
Motor power assisted, Rack and pinion type
Motor power assisted, Rack and pinion type
Turns - Lock to Lock
2.83
2.83
2.83
Minimum turning radius (ft.)
17.39 ± 0.66
17.39 ± 0.66
17.39 ± 0.66
Brakes
Type
Disc with ABS, ESC, HAC and DBC
Disc with ABS, ESC, HAC and DBC
Disc with ABS, ESC, HAC and DBC
Brake Size (Front/rear)
11.8 in./11.2 in.
11.8 in./11.2 in.
11.8 in./11.2 in.
Tires & Wheels
Tire size
-
-
-
Wheel size (in.)
17 x 6.5J
18 x 7.0J
18 x 7.0J
Tire Size
225/60R17 LRR
235/55R18 Silica
235/55R18 Silica
Curb Weight
Automatic transmission (Min)
3,280 lbs. / 3,426 lbs.
3,280 lbs. / 3,426 lbs.
3,433 lbs. / 3,585 lbs.
Automatic transmission (Max)
3,426 lbs. / 3,571 lbs.
3,426 lbs. / 3,571 lbs.
3,512 lbs. / 3,664 lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight
4,608 lbs.
4,608 lbs.
4,586 lbs. / 4,696 lbs.
Towing Capacity
Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs.
2,000 lbs.
2,000 lbs.
Estimated Fuel Economy
Automatic transmission (FWD)
-
-
-
City (mpg)
21
-
20
Highway (mpg)
28
-
26
Combined (mpg)
24
-
22
Automatic transmission (AWD)
-
-
-
City (mpg)
19
19
19
Highway (mpg)
26
26
25
Combined (mpg)
22
22
21
Fuel tank capacity (gallons)
15.3
15.3
15.3

Features & Options

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MechanicalLXEXSX
2.4L GDI I4 Engine
S
S
--
2.0L Turbo GDI I4 Engine
--
--
S
6-speed automatic transmission with H-Matic
S
S
S
Active Eco System
S
S
S
High performance dampers
S
S
S
ExteriorLXEXSX
17" machine-finish alloy wheels
S
--
--
18" machine-finish alloy wheels
--
S
--
18" sport alloy wheels
--
--
S
Temporary spare tire
S
S
S
Panoramic sunroof
--
O
S
Projection headlights
S
S
S
LED positioning lights
S
S
--
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
--
--
S
LED taillights
--
--
S
Fog lights
--
O
S
LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
S
S
S
Chrome radiator grille
S
S
--
Unique front radiator grille
--
--
S
Privacy glass (rear side, tailgate)
S
S
S
Solar front glass (windshield, front side)
S
S
S
Body-color bumper with chrome garnish
S
S
S
Black belt-line molding
S
--
--
Chrome belt-line molding
--
S
S
Rear spoiler
O
S
S
Roof rails
O
S
S
Single exhaust pipe
S
S
--
Dual exhaust pipe with chrome tip
--
--
S
Power folding outside mirrors
--
O
S
Outside heated mirrors
--
O
S
Outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
--
O
S
Body-color outside mirror, electric adjustable
S
S
S
Body-color outside door handles
S
--
--
Chrome outside door handles
--
S
S
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
S
S
S
Rear window wiper
S
S
S
Rear window defroster
S
S
S
InteriorLXEXSX
Steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls
S
S
S
Illuminated ignition cylinder
S
S
S
Cooling glove box
--
O
S
Sunvisor illumination, extendable with ticket holder
O
S
S
Deluxe upper door trims
S
S
S
Matte silver inside door handles
S
S
S
Premium door scuff
--
--
S
Cargo net hooks
S
S
S
Luggage under tray
S
S
S
Luggage center tray
S
S
S
Cargo area lamp
S
S
S
Rear center armrest with cup holders
O
S
S
Seating & TrimLXEXSX
Cloth seats
S
--
--
Leather seats
--
S
S
Heated front seats
--
S
S
Front cooled/ventilated seats
--
O
S
2nd row 60:40-split folding seating
S
S
S
Manual adjustable driver's seat
S
--
--
Front seatback pockets
S
S
S
Power adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support
--
S
S
Leather wrapped steering wheel
--
S
S
Leather wrapped gear shift knob
--
S
S
Active up/down, sliding front headrests
S
S
S
Artificial leather wrapped door armrest
S
S
S
Comfort, Convenience & TechnologyLXEXSX
Air conditioning with cabin air filter
S
--
--
Dual-zone, fully automatic temperature control with ionized air filtration system
--
S
S
Power door locks
S
S
S
Remote keyless entry with panic function
S
S
S
Smart Key push-button start
--
S
S
Power windows with one-touch driver's express down
S
--
--
Power windows with one-touch driver's express up/down
--
S
S
6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo system
S
S
S
Bluetooth® wireless technology
S
S
S
USB/auxiliary input jacks
S
S
S
Touchscreen display Audio 3.0B with Rear Camera Display
O
S
S
UVO eServices telematics with navigation
--
O
S
Infinity premium audio system
--
O
S
Tilt and telescopic steering column
S
S
S
Trip computer
O
S
S
Electric Chromic Mirror (ECM) Homelink
--
O
S
Automatic On/Off Headlights
O
S
S
Rear air-vent
S
S
S
Safety & SecurityLXEXSX
Dual front advanced airbags
S
S
S
Front seat-mounted, side curtain airbags
S
S
S
Dual full-length side curtain airbags with rollover sensor
S
S
S
Anti-whiplash active front headrests
S
S
S
Height adjustable front and 2nd row headrests
S
S
S
4-wheel disc brakes
S
S
S
4-wheel Antilock Brakes System (ABS)
S
S
S
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
S
S
S
Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
S
S
S
Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
S
S
S
Traction Control System (TCS)
S
S
S
Height adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners
S
S
S
Impact sensing auto door unlock
S
S
S
Center door lock (passenger side)
--
S
S
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
S
S
S
Rear Park Assist System
--
O
S
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
S
S
S

Pricing

ModelDescriptionMsrp
Sportage LX2.4L I4 - 6 A/T (FWD) $22,150.00
Sportage EX2.4L I4 - 6 A/T (FWD) $25,350.00
Sportage LX2.4L I4 - 6 A/T (AWD) $23,650.00
Sportage EX2.4L I4 - 6 A/T (AWD) $26,850.00
Sportage SX2.0L T-GDI - 6 A/T (FWD) $29,990.00
Sportage SX2.0L T-GDI - 6 A/T (AWD) $31,490.00
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