Kia Sportage

The design brief was simple. Create a vehicle that combines style and practicality. Be certain that it's as at home in the city as it is on a high-speed motorway, or an outback track. Include an exceptional list of features as standard. Remember that life is precious: build a new 4WD that's not only rugged, but also offers a whole host of safety features.

The result is Kia's brilliant Sportage. The more you look into it, the more impressed you will be. It's easy to drive and easy to park. Perfect for picking up the kids or escaping for the weekend. With its compact exterior, roomier interior and great all-round vision, it's hard to think of a better everyday car to drive.

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KIA SPORTAGE FEATURES

With a robust 2.7 litre DOCH V6 engine Kia Sportage has the power to get you where you want to go. And to get you out of trouble should the need arise. There's plenty of grunt on tap, with 129kW of power. Equally impressive is the torque delivery: 241Nm at 4,000rpm - a result of Kia's three-phase variable intake system.

Kia's Traction Control System (TCS) detects wheel slippage and responds with the best possible modulation and distribution of power. In addition, the advanced 4WD system automatically engages for extra traction and stability on slippery roads or unstable terrain.
Meanwhile, the sophisticated MacPherson Strut front suspension and sleek aerodynamics provide quiet refinement and excellent stability at motorway speeds.

Driving through city streets or cruising along the highway, the Sportage operates in front wheel drive for optimum fuel economy. But the moment the sophisticated electronics detect slippage in the front wheels, 4WD is automatically engaged, with up to 50% of power being transmitted to the rear wheels.

When you're driving off-road or in extremely slippery conditions, you can manually engage 4WD by pressing the 4WD lock button. Starting with a 50:50 split of power between front and rear wheels, the system will start to reduce the power going to the rear wheels when you reach 30kph.

Visit the Kia website to learn more about the Kia Sportage.