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2016 Kia Sportage
The 2016 Kia Sportage is a medium SUV.
There are 3 variants of the Sportage available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2016.
The 2016 Sportage was offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Kia Sportage include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (114kW/192Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (136kW/400Nm) and 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder (135kW/237Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Driveaway
- N/Aâ€
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Driveaway
- N/Aâ€
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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2016 Kia Sportage
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2016 Kia Sportage
Available Variants
The Kia Sportage comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Si and the most expensive being Platinum.
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Power to Weight
70.98 - 79.25 kW/t
43.77 kW/t
108.52 kW/t
Boot Space
466 litres
128 litres
577 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.8 - 8.5 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
11.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
729 - 912 km
600 km
1,053 km
Warranty (Years)
7 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 1 year
2 years
2 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,100 - 2,250 kg
1,975 kg
3,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 1,900 kg
800 kg
3,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
172 mm
170 mm
323 mm
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S
2026
$42,662
SX
2026
$45,227
S
2027
$48,801
SX+
2026
$49,977
SX
2027
$50,890
SX+
2027
$55,647
Gt-Line
2026
$59,332
Gt-Line
2027
$61,863
Year
2027
2026
Engine Type
1.6L Hybrid
2.0L Combustion
1.6L Combustion
Fuel
Unleaded
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
173 kW
137 kW
115 kW
132 kW
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2016 Kia Sportage
Dimensions
4,480 mm
1,855 mm
1,655 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,480 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,855 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,600 mm |
| Load Capacity | 494 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
202611,187YTD Sales
Kia Sportage Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Sportage is the Si variant that starts from $28,990.
See all Kia Sportage PricingThe most expensive Kia Sportage is the Platinum variant that starts from $45,990.
See all Kia Sportage PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Sportage is 1900 kg shared by all variants.
See all Kia Sportage towing capacityThe largest Kia Sportage is the Si variant which measures 1855mm wide, 4480mm in length and sits 1655mm tall.
All variants of the Kia Sportage have a maximum power of 136kW and 400nm of torque.
The Kia Sportage is built in Slovakia and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Sportage is the Si variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2250 kg.
The Kia Sportage may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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