Features of the New Kia Sportage
As briefly touch upon, the new Sportage comes bursting with an abundance of in-car features. From it's Front and Rear Parking Sensors to it's Steering Wheel Mounted Controls, the Sportage offer something for all passengers.
Engine Options
The Kia Sportage is available with a choice of three engines; Petrol, Hybrid, or Plug-in Hybrid. The standard petrol model comes fitted with a powerful 6-speed Manual 1.6 T-GDi (148 BHP) 2WD Petrol Engine. This efficient engine produces a top speed of 113 mph and reaches 60 mph in 9.9 seconds thanks to it's 250 Nm maximum torque.
Whereas the Sportage Hybrid comes equipped with a 1.6 T-GDi ISG HEV (226 bhp) 2WD Engine. The combination of the Petrol engine and electric battery allows the Sportage to achieve a maximum speed of 120 mph and reach 60 mph in 7.7 seconds.
Finally, the Sportage Plug-in Hybrid version is fitted with a 1.6 T-GDi ISG PHEV (261 bhp) AWD Engine. The state-of-the PHEV powertrain produces a top speed of 119 mph and a 0-60 mph of 7.9 seconds. Using a Type 2 AC Charger 7.2 kW charger the Sportage can be charged from 10% to 100% in just 1 hour and 45 minutes, allowing you to get back on the road.