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.

Comparison to Prior Model

2012 Kia Sportage 2011 Kia Sportage
2012 Kia Sportage 2011 Kia Sportage
Price Range ($) $18,500 - $30,400 $18,995 - $30,295
Length (in) 174.8 174.8
Wheelbase (in) 103.9 103.9
Width (in) 73.0 73.0
Height (in) 64.4 64.4
Track (in) 63.5 63.5
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 413.7 413.7
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3157-3466 3157-3466
Legroom Total (in.) 79.3 79.3
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 99.6 99.6
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 26.1 26.1
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • AWD
  • FWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp)
  • 2.4l I4 (176-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (256-bhp)
  • 2.4l I4 (176-bhp)
Transmissions A6, M6 A6, M6
City MPG 20-21 21-22
Highway MPG 25-30 25-31
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