Powertrains and Performance
The standard engine on the LX is a 2.0-liter, inline four-cylinder engine. It generates 140 horsepower and 136 pound-feet of torque and is mated to either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic with automanual-shift capability (2WD only). Optional on the LX and standard on the EX is a 2.7-liter V6 that produces 173 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque. The V6 is available with the four-speed automatic only. Buyers can get front-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (4WD) with either engine.
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Diesels demonstrate Kia's world-class engineering
At the 2010 Geneva Show and making its premiere in the new Sportage, is a
2.0-litre version of Kia's next-generation 'R' family diesel. All-new, the 'R'
family diesel engine first appeared in 2.2- ...
Vehicle weight glossary
This section will guide you in the proper
loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to
keep your loaded vehicle weight within its
design rating capability, with or without a
trailer. Properly loadin ...
Sunroof
If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof,
you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the
sunroof control lever located on the overhead
console.
The sunroof can only be opened, closed,
or tilted ...