Safety

The Kia Sportage boasts six standard airbags -- front and side-impact airbags for both driver and passenger, and side curtain airbags for both front- and rear-seat occupants. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes, traction control and stability control are all standard equipment. Neither NHTSA nor the IIHS has crash tested the Sportage.

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    Maintenance
    Engine compartment Maintenance services Owner maintenance Explanation of scheduled maintenance items Engine oil Engine coolant Brake/clutch fluid Power steering fluid Washer fluid Parking bra ...

    Vehicle break-in process
    No special break-in period is needed. By following a few simple precautions for the first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to the performance, economy and life of your vehicle. • Do not race th ...

    Driving tips
    Fuel requirements Emission control system Before driving Suggestions for economical operation Special driving conditions Trailer towing Overloading Label information ...