Kia Sportage has long been a popular AWD SUV since it first launched a number of years ago. However Kia has a habit of taking a good vehicle and making it better and they did that with the 5th generation release late in 2021.
The latest generation comes in four different models, the S, SX, SX+ and GT line.
The 2.0L petrol engine is for front wheel drive versions and comes either with a six speed MT or AT
The 1.6T petrol engine comes with AWD and a 7 step DCT. The familiar 2.0L diesel comes with an 8 speed AT.
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Obviously as you step up through the models there are more comfort and safety features for each new model, but overall the latest Sportage has more headroom, legroom and luggage space than before and continues the Kia tradition of specialised local suspension tuning.
One standout feature is the large curved central screen in the GT Line models.
Pricing starts from a touch over $34,600 driveaway for the entry S MT model through to $54,990 RDAP for the top spec diesel GT Line.
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Kia Sportage GT Line 1.6T AWD SUV |
| Model Price | $49,370 MLP* |
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo Petrol 4 Cyl |
| Drivetrain | 7 Sp DCT AWD |
| Power | 132kW @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 265 NM @ 1,500 to 4,500 rpm |
| Safety | Unrated as at Feb 2022 |
| CO2 Emissions | 164 g/km |
| Economy ADR / Fuel (L) | 7.2 L/100km / 9.0L/100K on test / 54L |
| Servicing | 12 Months / 15,000 km Capped Price Service Plan |
| Warranty | 7 yr./ Unlimited km with 7 Yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)
Overall Rating |
87/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 9 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 9 |
| Performance | 8 |
| Ride and Handling | 9 |
| Practicality | 9 |
| Fit for Purpose | 9 |
| AWD/Towing Capability* | 7 |
| Technology/connectivity | 9 |
| Value for Money | 9 |
*Towing and AWD capability is measured against similar vehicles in the same class.
Dimensions |
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| Overall Length | 4660mm |
| Wheelbase | 2755mm |
| Width / Height | 1865mm / 1660mm |
| Unladen ground clearance / wading depth | Up to 181mm / TBA mm |
| Approach / Rampover / Departure (degrees) | TBA |
| Fuel Tank / Turning Circle | 54 Litres / 11.4mts KTK |
| Boot Capacity Max / Min (L) | 1829 / 543 |
| Kerb Weight / GVM / GCM / payload (kg) | 1643kg / 2140kg / 3790kg / 440kg |
| Towing Capacity / Tow Ball rating (kg) | 1650kg / 100kg |
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Behind the Wheel - 9/109/10
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Comfort - 9/109/10
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Equipment - 9/109/10
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Performance - 8/108/10
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Ride and Handling - 9/109/10
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Practicality - 9/109/10
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Fit for Purpose - 9/109/10
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AWD/Towing Capability* - 7/107/10
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Technology/connectivity - 9/109/10
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Value for Money - 9/109/10
Summary
Kia Sportage has long been a popular AWD SUV since it first launched a number of years ago. However Kia has a habit of taking a good vehicle and making it better and they did that with the 5th generation release late in 2021.
Pricing starts from a touch over $34,600 driveaway for the entry S MT model through to $54,990 RDAP for the top spec diesel GT Line.
