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    1998 Kia Sportage

    The 1998 Kia Sportage is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia started around $21,990.

    There are 3 variants of the Sportage available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-1996.

    The 1998 Sportage was offered with a 3 year, 125,000 km warranty.

    The Kia Sportage is only available with a motor that produces 94kW and 175Nm of torque. All variants feature 4x4.

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    S

    2026

    $38,490

    SX

    2026

    $40,980

    SX+

    2026

    $45,580

    Gt-Line

    2026

    $54,490

    Year
    2026
    Engine Type
    2.0L Combustion
    1.6L Hybrid
    1.6L Combustion
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Diesel
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    SUV
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    115 kW
    137 kW
    173 kW
    132 kW

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    1998 Kia Sportage

    Dimensions

    4,335 mm
    1,730 mm
    1,695 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,335 mm
    Overall Width1,730 mm
    Overall Height1,695 mm
    Wheelbase2,650 mm
    Turning Circle11,200 mm
    Load Capacity434 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Sales Data

    202422,210Total Sales
    202519,137Total Sales
    20261,265YTD Sales

    Kia Sportage Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    1998 Kia Sportage

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Kia Sportage is the base variant that starts from $21,990.

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    The most expensive Kia Sportage is the base variant that starts from $26,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Kia Sportage is 1800 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Kia Sportage is the base variant which measures 1730mm wide, 4335mm in length and sits 1695mm tall.

    All variants of the Kia Sportage have a maximum power of 94kW and 175nm of torque.

    The Kia Sportage is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Kia Sportage is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1928 kg.

    The Kia Sportage uses Unleaded Petrol.

    # Based on VFACTS and EVC data

    * Average savings based on recent CarExpert customer transactions. Actual savings will vary depending on vehicle make and model, location, stock availability, and other factors.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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