Safety
The 2010 Kia Sportage comes equipped with antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, side curtain airbags and side-impact airbags for front seat passengers. Active front head restraints are also standard.
In government crash tests, the Sportage earned a top five-star rating for both frontal and side impact crash protection. In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety testing, the Sportage received an "Acceptable" rating (the second highest of four) in its frontal offset and side-impact crash tests. Unfortunately, the Sportage got a worst-possible score of "Poor" for its performance in the IIHS's new roof-strength test.
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Overheating
If your temperature gauge indicates
overheating, if you experience a loss
of power, or if you hear a loud knocking
or pinging noise, the engine has
probably overheated. Should any of
these sympto ...
A Little More Space, a Lot Better Access
Although more than a few C/D staffers would choose the Forte hatch over the
sedan based on looks alone, increased cargo capacity and easier access to your
stuff are in the pros column, too. The Fo ...
Engine compartment
2.0L Gasoline Engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Fuse box
6. Negative battery terminal
7. Radiator cap
8. Positive b ...