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| GENERAL | |
| Model | 2008 Kia Sportage AWD 4dr V6 Auto LX-Luxury Pkg |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Passenger Doors | 5 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| MSRP | $30935.00 |
| Destination Charge | $1650.00 |
| Warranty | |
| WarrantyInfo | Basic: 5 Years/100,000 km Drivetrain: 5 Years/100,000 km Corrosion: 5 Years/Unlimited km Roadside Assistance: 5 Years/100,000 km |
| Vehicle | |
| EPA Classification | 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V6 |
| Displacement | 2.7L/162 |
| Fuel System | MPFI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 173 @ 6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 178 @ 4000 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 4 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Steptronic |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | Automatic |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.84 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.53 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.71 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 2.48 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 4.41 |
| Mileage | |
| EnerGuide Estimate - City (L/100 km) | 12.4 |
| EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy (L/100 km) | 9.4 |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary) | - TBD - |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 120 |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) | 11.6 |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3527 |
| Trailering | |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | 2000 |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | 200 |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Dual-link |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | w/Coil Springs |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) | - TBD - |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) | - TBD - |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.0 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.2 x - TBD - |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Size | P215/65R16 |
| Rear Tire Size | P215/65R16 |
| Spare Tire Size | Compact |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) | 16 x 6.5 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) | 16 x 6.5 |
| Spare Wheel Size (in) | Compact |
| Front Wheel Material | Alloy |
| Rear Wheel Material | Alloy |
| Spare Wheel Material | - TBD - |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | - TBD - |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 3.06 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 35.4 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) | - TBD - |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (L) | 65 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) | 103.5 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 171.3 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.9 |
| Height, Overall (in) | 66.7 |
| Track Width, Front (in) | 60.6 |
| Track Width, Rear (in) | 60.6 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 7.7 |
| Rear Door Opening Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Rear Door Opening Width (in) | - TBD - |
| Liftover Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft?) | 66.6 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft?) | 23.6 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft?) | 103.9 |
| Front Head Room (in) | 40.7 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.1 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 56.7 |
| Front Hip Room (in) | 54.6 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 39.4 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 37.2 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 56.3 |
| Second Hip Room (in) | 54.6 |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name | Sportage |
| Body Style | 4 Door |
| EXTERIOR | |
| Pwr tilt/slide sunroof | |
| Roof rack w/silver rails | |
| Dark gray metallic bumpers | |
| Body-side/wheel arch mouldings | |
| Front/rear mud guards | |
| Fog lamps | |
| Tinted windshield w/sunband | |
| Rear privacy glass | |
| Black heated pwr mirrors | |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/de-icer | |
| Fixed intermittent rear window wiper/washer | |
| Lift-type tailgate w/flip-up glass | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Leather heated front bucket seats-inc: slide/recline, driver height adjustment, flat folding passenger seat | |
| 60/40 split-folding rear seat w/recline, fold-flat feature, adjustable headrests | |
| Centre console w/armrest, storage, (2) front/(2) rear cupholders | |
| Front/rear floormats | |
| Leather-wrapped 4-spoke tilt steering wheel | |
| Anti-theft engine immobilizer | |
| Pwr windows-inc: driver auto down | |
| Pwr door locks-inc: tailgate, driver 2-turn locking system | |
| Remote keyless entry w/alarm | |
| Cruise control | |
| Remote hood/fuel door releases | |
| Air conditioning | |
| Rear window defroster w/timer | |
| AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player-inc: auxiliary jack, USB port, (6) speakers | |
| Roof-mounted antenna | |
| Lockable illuminated glove box | |
| Auxiliary pwr outlets-inc: (1) front fascia, (1) cargo area | |
| Metal grain interior trim | |
| Leatherette door trim | |
| Overhead console-inc: sunglass storage, map lights | |
| Cloth sunvisors w/extenders, covered vanity mirrors, driver ticket holder | |
| Dome light | |
| Leather-wrapped shift knob | |
| Front seatback pockets | |
| (3) passenger assist grips | |
| (2) rear coat hooks | |
| Cargo area w/concealed storage tray | |
| Luggage net | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 2.7L MPFI 24-valve V6 engine | |
| 4-speed Steptronic automatic transmission | |
| Electronic stability program w/traction control system | |
| Torque-on-demand all-wheel drive | |
| MacPherson strut front suspension | |
| Dual link rear suspension | |
| P215/65R16 all-season tires | |
| Compact spare tire | |
| 16" x 6.5" alloy wheels | |
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes | |
| SAFETY | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes | |
| Driver & front passenger airbags | |
| Front seat-mounted side airbags | |
| Front/rear side curtain airbags | |
| 3-point seat belts at all positions-inc: front load limiters & pretensioners | |
| Rear child safety door locks | |
| Impact-sensing door locks | |
| (3) rear child seat anchors | |
| Electronic stability program w/traction control system | |
| Side-impact protection | |