2011 Kia Sportage

At a Glance

Pricing $18,995 - $30,295
Drive Types FWD, AWD
Engines 2.0l I4 T, 2.4l I4
Transmissions A6, M6
Fuel Economy 21-22 (city), 25-31 (highway)

The Sportage is Kia's entry-level compact SUV vehicle. Where the original Sportage was a body-on-frame truck-based SUV, the modern Sportage is stylish crossover vehicle that compares favorably to a wide range of vehicles from the Honda CR-V to the Chevrolet Equinox. Available in FWD and AWD configurations, Sportage LX and EX models are powered by a 2.4l 4-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Sportage SX models equip 2.0l turbocharged four-cylinder for a serious bump in power to 256-bhp. The Sportage is unmatched in style with a distinctive look that is unmistakable for other vehicles. Vehicles in this segment offer a fair amount of utility for the money. The rear seats fold flat creating a long load floor. Priced from $19,000, the Sportage is also a good value.

What Changed:

All new for 2011, the Sportage has dramatic new styling. The new model is longer and wider than its predecessor. A 2.4l four-cylinder engine is now the standard powertrain. Teamed with six-speed manual and automatic transmissions, the fuel economy of the new model improves significantly. The SX performance model is powered by a turbocharged 2.0l four-cylinder rated at 256-bhp.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Sportage 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) M6 FWD $18,995
Sportage LX 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 FWD $20,295
Sportage LX 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 AWD $21,795
Sportage EX 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 FWD $23,295
Sportage EX 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 AWD $24,795
Sportage EX Premium w/ Leather 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 FWD $26,295
Sportage EX Premium w/ Leather 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 AWD $27,795
Sportage SX 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp) A6 FWD $25,795
Sportage SX 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp) A6 AWD $27,295
Sportage SX Premium w/ Leather 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp) A6 FWD $28,795
Sportage SX Premium w/ Leather 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp) A6 AWD $30,295