Kia has revealed the all-new fourth-generation 2017 Sportage at the LA Auto Show. The 2017 Sportage features an evolutionary design with the Kia “tiger-nose” grille and its new headlights being the most significant change.
Kia has revealed the all-new fourth-generation 2017 Sportage at the LA Auto Show. The 2017 Sportage features an evolutionary design with the Kia “tiger-nose” grille and its new headlights being the most significant change.
The 2017 Sportage is slightly bigger than the outgoing model with a 1.2-inch longer wheelbase and its overall length being stretched 1.6-inches to 176.4-inches. From the side the Sportage’s sloping roofline is similar to the current model and if you choose the top of the line SX Turbo model you’ll get new “ice cube” fog lights, HID headlights, LED taillights and 19-inch alloy wheels.
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The 2017 Sportage’s interior is a bit more spacious with slight increases in head and legroom. It should also be a bit quieter thanks to additional sound-absorbent materials and a quad-bushing setup in the rear suspension to isolate road noise. Wind noise should also be reduced thanks to thicker front side glass and a lip seal for the sunroof.
Technology additions include the availability of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay plus driver assistance faetures, like Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
The new Sportage is available with either a naturally-aspirated 2.4L four-cylinder with 181-hp and 175 lb-ft. or a turbocharged 2.0L with 241-hp and 260 lb-ft. of torque. The 2017 Sportage is offered in front or all-wheel-drive, both coupled with a six-speed Sportmatic transmission.
Source: Kia
