Car News
CarExpert Podcast
Car Reviews
Owner Car Reviews
Car Comparisons
Showroom
Car Chooser
Car Specifications
Kia Sportage SX (2021) price & specs
Save $$$ with CarExpert*
From
$34,590â€
Overview
The 2021 Kia Sportage SX is a front-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th July 2021 classified as a QL. The Kia Sportage is regarded as a small SUV built in Slovakia with prices starting at $34,590 before on-road costs.
This Kia Sportage is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 114 kW of power (at 6200 rpm) and 192 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Kia claims the Sportage SX uses 7.9L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 182g of CO2. It has a 62L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 785km per full tank
The Kia Sportage measures 1655mm (65.2 inches) in height, 4485mm (176.6 inches) in length, 1855mm (73.0 inches) in width with a 2670mm (105.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1586kg (3496.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The Sportage SX comes standard with 225/55 R18 front tyres and 225/55 R18 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 84 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2021 Kia Sportage SX has a 172mm ground clearance with a 1600kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
Trusted Reviews, Smarter Choices, Better Prices
Where expert car reviews meet expert car buying – CarExpert gives you trusted advice, personalised service and real savings on your next new car.
How does the Sportage compare?
Quickly see how the 2021 Kia Sportage SX stacks up against its competition.
 Select any benchmark to see more details.
Power to Weight
71.88 - 79.6 kW/t
64.14 kW/t
120.24 kW/t
Boot Space
466 litres
128 litres
720 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.4 - 8.5 L/100km
1.5 L/100km
10.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
729 - 969 km
224 km
2,176 km
Price
$28,690 - $49,990
$24,592
$147,300
Warranty (Years)
7 years
5 years
10 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
2,020 - 2,250 kg
1,835 kg
2,960 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 1,900 kg
480 kg
3,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
172 mm
97 mm
230 mm
Trusted Reviews, Smarter Choices, Better Prices
Where expert car reviews meet expert car buying – CarExpert gives you trusted advice, personalised service and real savings on your next new car.
Dimensions
4,485 mm
1,855 mm
1,655 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,485 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,855 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 514 mm |
Looking for complete Kia Sportage size & space specs?
Our Kia Sportage Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
Sales Data
Kia Sportage Sales rolling 12-months#
Explore Kia Sportage Features & Specs
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 142
CO2 Level (Combined): 182
CO2 Level (Urban): 252
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1999
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 97.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.4
Main Capacity (L): 62
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.6
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 785
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 488
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 22
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 182
Maximum Speed (mph): 113
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 155
Maximum Power (kW): 114
Maximum Torque (Nm): 192
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Mud & Snow
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Mud & Snow
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 51.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1455
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 466
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 172
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 65.2
Overall Height (mm): 1655
Overall Length (in): 176.6
Overall Length (mm): 4485
Overall Width (in): 73.0
Overall Width (mm): 1855
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.6
Front Headroom (mm): 954
Rear Headroom (in): 37.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 962
Front Leg Room (in): 44.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1129
Rear Leg Room (in): 38.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 970
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1586
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3497
Tare Weight (kg): 1532
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 100
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20160413
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 65.10
ANCAP Rating Year: 2016
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
* 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.
Automotive Vehicle Spec Data & 4K images Powered by JATO Dynamics Ltd