A new generation of the Kia Sportage takes place to go on sale following year, one that’s better looking, far better developed and a lot more efficient than the version it changes. We initially saw the brand-new small crossover at September’s Frankfurt Auto Program, but now it’s been revealed for the first time in the United States, throughout the recent’s L.A Automobile Show.
The 4th generation of the Sportage, as well as it shows up as a 2017 model. The automobile will certainly be provided with front- or all-wheel drive, both coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission. The engines include from the previous version as well as actually generate a little much less electrical than in the past. Kia says that this is because of retuning aimed at enhancing effectiveness.
The base engine will certainly be a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that supplies 181 horsepower as well as 175 pound-feet of torque, below 182 hp and also 177 lb-ft previously. A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder will additionally be available as well as supply 241 hp and 260 lb-ft, below 260 hp as well as 269 lb-ft formerly.
The 2017 Sportage will certainly be sourced from Kia’s plant in Gwangju, South Korea. It will certainly be available in three trim degrees (LX, EX, SX Turbo) when it takes place sale following year, with rates and EPA-rated gas economy to be disclosed better to the market display.
