2005-2008 Kia Sportage: Technical Specifications

Updated: 11/23/08

2005 Kia Sportage
2008 Kia Sportage
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2005-2008 Kia Sportage 

  • Price Range:  $8,100 - $15,700
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54

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Specs for this generation Kia Sportage include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification 4-door hatchback
Wheelbase, in. 103.5
Overall Length, in. 171.3
Overall Width, in. 70.9
Overall Height, in. 66.7
Curb Weight, lbs. 3406
Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 66.6
Standard Payload, lbs. --
Fuel Capacity, gals. 15.3
Seating Capacity 5
Front Head Room, in. 40.7
Max. Front Leg Room, in. 42.1
Rear Head Room, in. 39.4
Max. Rear Leg Room, in. 37.2

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.


Powertrain Options and Availability

A 2.0-liter 140-hp 4-cylinder engine with 136 lb-ft of torque was offered with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. A 2.7-liter 173-hp V6 with 178 lb-ft of torque was offered only with the 4-speed automatic.
Engines Size liters /
cu. in
Horse- power Torque Transmission:
EPA city/hgwy
Consumer Guide Observed
dohc I4 2.0 / 121 140 136 5-speed manual: 22/27
4-speed automatic: 21/26
5-speed manual: --
4-speed automatic: --
dohc V6 2.7 / 162 173 178 4-speed automatic: 19/23 4-speed automatic: 19.4

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Built In:  South Korea
Drive Wheels: transverse front-engine/front- or all-wheel drive
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