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2018 Kia Sportage
The 2018 Kia Sportage is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $28,990 for the Si variant and topping out at $45,990 for the Gt-Line variant.
There are 5 variants of the Sportage available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2016.
The 2018 Sportage was offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Kia Sportage include 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder (114kW/192Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (136kW/400Nm) and 2.4 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.
- Retail Price
- $28,990 - $45,990â€
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $28,990 - $45,990â€
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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2018 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
2018 Kia Sportage
Available Variants
The Kia Sportage comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Si and the most expensive being Gt-Line.
2018 Kia Sportage
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How does the 2018 Kia Sportage compare?
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Power to Weight
70.98 - 79.25 kW/t
53.13 kW/t
108.52 kW/t
Boot Space
466 litres
92 litres
720 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.8 - 8.5 L/100km
1.9 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
729 - 912 km
573 km
1,091 km
Price
$28,990 - $45,990
$25,990
$55,490
Warranty (Years)
7 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,100 - 2,250 kg
1,870 kg
2,960 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 1,900 kg
800 kg
3,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
172 mm
167 mm
224 mm
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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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2018 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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Kia Sportage
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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2018 Kia Sportage
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 Gt-Line 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
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†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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