Especificaciones y análisis del KIA Sportage
Power
135HP
Torque
164Nm
Consumption
6.8l/100
Emissions
158g/km
0-100 km/h
11.1s
Top Speed
178km/h
Weight
1380kg
Price
18,741€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
465 L
55 L
99 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA Sportage Drive 1.6 GDi 135 CV 4x2 (2012-2014)
General description
The 2010 KIA Sportage represented a true revolution, not just for the brand, but for the entire compact SUV segment. It left behind a purely functional image to embrace a design that was love at first sight, becoming an object of desire and proving that a family car could be exciting and accessible.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Sportage with its 1.6 GDi 135 hp engine conveys a sense of smoothness and refinement ideal for daily use. It is a docile companion in the city and a comfortable traveler on the highway. While not a performance marvel and requiring patience when overtaking, its balanced chassis and comfort-oriented suspension envelop you in an atmosphere of tranquility, making every journey a pleasant and serene experience.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics were its great calling card. The fluid and muscular lines, the iconic 'Tiger Nose' grille, and a silhouette that flirted with a coupé style, created an irresistibly attractive package. This bold exterior design was complemented by an interior that represented a quantum leap in quality and ergonomics, offering a cozy and modern space that made you feel like you were in a higher-category car.
Technology and features
Technologically, it offered just what was necessary to make life on board easier and more connected for its time. Features like Bluetooth connectivity, climate control, or a competent sound system fulfilled their function without fanfare, while the direct injection of its GDi engine was a sign of mechanical modernity. It was an honest car, focused on providing a solid and uncomplicated user experience.
Competition
It entered a battlefield dominated by giants like the Nissan Qashqai, the Hyundai ix35, or the Ford Kuga. Against them, the Sportage not only competed but shone brightly thanks to its striking design, a market-leading warranty, and a quality-price ratio that made the competition tremble. It positioned itself as the passionate and intelligent alternative.
Conclusion
This generation of the KIA Sportage is much more than just an SUV; it is the car that changed the perception of KIA forever. It won hearts with its beauty and convinced minds with its practicality, comfort, and reliability. Although its gasoline engine is modest in thrust, the overall balance of the package makes it a well-rounded choice and an emotionally satisfying purchase that, even today, still looks current and desirable.