2012 Kia Sportage EX AWD

At a Glance

Pricing $18,500 - $30,400
Drive Types FWD, AWD
Engines 2.0l I4 T, 2.4l I4
Transmissions A6, M6
Fuel Economy 20-21 (city), 25-30 (highway)

The Sportage is Kia's entry-level compact SUV vehicle. Where the original Sportage was a body-on-frame truck-based SUV, the modern Sportage is stylish crossover vehicle that compares favorably to a wide range of vehicles from the Honda CR-V to the Chevrolet Equinox. Available in FWD and AWD configurations, Sportage LX and EX models are powered by a 2.4l 4-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Sportage SX models equip 2.0l turbocharged four-cylinder for a serious bump in power to 256-bhp. The Sportage is unmatched in style with a distinctive look that is unmistakable for other vehicles. Vehicles in this segment offer a fair amount of utility for the money. The rear seats fold flat creating a long load floor. Priced from $19,000, the Sportage is also a good value.

What Changed:

The Sportage now includes a standard hands-free entertainment and communication system. The floor insulation and rear dampers are updated to reduce NVH. Alloy wheels are now standard.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Sportage 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) M6 FWD $18,500
Sportage LX 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 FWD $20,800
Sportage LX 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 AWD $22,300
Sportage EX 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 FWD $23,900
Sportage EX 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 AWD $25,400
Sportage EX Premium w/ Leather 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 FWD $26,800
Sportage EX Premium w/ Leather 2.4l I4 (176-bhp) A6 AWD $28,300
Sportage SX 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp) A6 FWD $26,900
Sportage SX 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp) A6 AWD $28,400
Sportage SX Premium w/ Leather 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp) A6 FWD $28,900
Sportage SX Premium w/ Leather 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp) A6 AWD $30,400