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
18,001€
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 Concept 1.6 GDI 4x2 · 135 CV (2011-2012)
General description
The 2010 KIA Sportage was not just a car; it was a statement of intent. With this generation, KIA broke the mold and dived headfirst into conquering the heart of the SUV segment with a product that was love at first sight and completely redefined the brand's image.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Sportage with its 135-horsepower 1.6 GDI engine offers a smooth and serene drive, ideal for daily use and family trips. It doesn't aim for speed records but rather to deliver confidence and comfort. Its six-speed manual transmission is precise and helps manage power efficiently, while the suspension filters out road imperfections with remarkable ease, conveying a pleasant sense of poise and safety in every corner.
Design and aesthetics
It was its design that made it an instant icon. Peter Schreyer worked magic with fluid, muscular lines and a 'tiger-nose' grille that gave it an overwhelming personality. It left behind the functional aesthetics of its predecessors to embrace a European, dynamic, and sophisticated style that remains attractive. Inside, the qualitative leap was immense, with a well-organized cabin and materials that conveyed a solidity previously unknown in the brand.
Technology and features
Although this entry-level version didn't dazzle with luxuries, it did incorporate the essential technology for modern and safe driving. Direct gasoline injection optimized performance and consumption, while electric power steering and standard stability and traction controls ensured simple and predictable handling. It was just the right amount of necessary technology, placed at the service of functionality and reliability.
Competition
In a booming market, the Sportage faced titans like the Nissan Qashqai, the undisputed king of the segment. It also had to compete with its platform sibling, the Hyundai ix35, as well as established European rivals like the Ford Kuga or the Volkswagen Tiguan. Its secret weapon was an unbeatable combination of design, space, and a value-for-money ratio that challenged all competitors.
Conclusion
The 2010 KIA Sportage is much more than just a pretty SUV. It is proof that you can have a spacious, practical, and reliable car without giving up a head-turning design. Although its entry-level engine is more calm than passionate, it more than suffices for real-life use. It was, and still is, a smart and emotional purchase, a car that marked a before and after for KIA and for thousands of drivers.