Leftlane’s bottom line
Kia is no longer content to be the butt of jokes or the car of last resort for those who may be fiscally challenged.
Although still very much a Hyundai rival, Kia finally has a design language and style of its own. The brand is making all the right moves, unlike a certain Japanese rival that seems to make all the wrong decisions these days.
This particular Korean firm is succeeding in their quest to become a tier-one import that won’t cause anyone to have to explain their purchases. Competing brands should do well to look over their shoulders for there is a new contender gaining on them.
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Powertrains and Performance
The 2010 Kia Sportage can be had with one of two engines and a choice of
front- or all-wheel drive. LX base models get a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that
puts out 140 hp and 136 pound-feet of torque. ...
Driving Impressions
More horsepower equals more pleasant riding and driving. The new V6 provides
more than adequate torque for city driving and highway cruising, and is a
significant improvement over the previous-gen ...
Key positions
Ignition switch position
LOCK
The steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. The ignition key can be
removed only in the LOCK position.
When turning the ignition switch to the
LOCK positio ...