2005 Kia Sportage
Background, features, pricing, specifications for the Kia Sportage sport utility vehicle.
Kia, a Korean car manufacturer, has recently entered the SUV market in order to remain competitive in the American car market as a whole. A member of this SUV line is the Kia Sportage, which is a compact SUV.
Like its cars, Kia has maintained high safety standards for all its SUVs. The professionals at Edmunds, www.edmunds.com, report that the Sportage provides an unheard of 6 air bags-front and side-impact airbags for both driver and passenger, and side curtain airbags for both front and rear seat occupants. Edmunds also notes that while previous Sportage models have been plagued with problems, this new model seems to be quite an improvement. According to those at Car and Driver, www.caranddrive.com, the Sportage is Kia's attempt to make a vehicle that is fun to drive while maintaining its reliability. It boasts a sporty exterior and many other features.
Notable Features:
- 2.0 liter I4 engine or 2.7 liter V6 engine, 140-173 horsepower
- 10 year/100,000 mile warranty program
- 5 year/unlimited mileage roadside assistance program
- Standard CD stereo
- Reinforced steel crumple zones
- Six airbags
- Electronic stability program
- Traction control system
- LCD trip computer
- 4-wheel ABS
The 2005 Kia Sportage starts at $16,490.
To get more information on the Kia Sportage or other leading models, try Kia at www.kia.com.
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