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2018 Kia Sportage LX FWD

The 2018 Kia Sportage LX FWD is a 181-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $23,600 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$23,600
MSRP with Destination$24,590
Destination Charge$990
Engine
Engine Type2.4-liter DOHC Inline-4 GDI (Nu)
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower181 hp
Torque175 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve, CVVT (Continuously Variable Valve Timing)
Bore and Stroke88.0 x 97.0
Compression Ratio11.3:1
Injection TypeGasoline Direct Injection (GDI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission6-Speed Automatic (Torque Converter)
1st Gear4.212
2nd Gear2.637
3rd Gear1.8
4th Gear1.386
5th Gear1
6th Gear0.772
Reverse3.385
Final Drive3.064
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded, 87 octane or higher
Tank Capacity16.4 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.0"
Rear Brake Disc11.9"
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front7.0J x 17" Alloy
Wheels Rear7.0J x 17" Alloy
Tires FrontP225/60R17
Tires RearP225/60R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length176.4 in
Width73 in
Height64.4 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Front Track63.5 in
Rear Track64 in
Ground Clearance6.4 in
Approach Angle16.7°
Departure Angle23.9°
Cargo Volume30.7 ft³
Curb Weight3,305 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.3 in
Headroom Rear39.1 in
Legroom Front41.5 in
Legroom Rear38.2 in
Shoulder Room Front57.1 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.1 in
Hip Room Front54.3 in
Hip Room Rear51.2 in
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