What are the problems with a 2008 Kia Sportage?
1 Esc Traction Light On 2008 Sportage Average Cost to Fix: $2,000 Average Mileage: 110,000 mi 2 Car Stalls Out/Battery Light On When Driving Thru Water 2008 Sportage Average Cost to Fix: N/A Average Mileage: 56,000 mi 3 ABS Shorted Out 2008 Sportage
What kind of transmission does a Kia Sportage have?
The Sportage EX comes standard with the V6. The inline-4 can be had with either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic, while the V6 is automatic only. One may also choose front- or all-wheel drive in either trim.
How long has my Kia Sportage been in the shop?
Only been in the shop twice in 8 years other than routine brakes , oil and filter,etc. There isn’t a more reliable vehicle. I’ve had the car for eight years and never had a problem after more than 90,000 miles. No GM car I’ve ever had can match that record.
Is the MPG on a Kia Sportage good?
MPG not great. Having a 2.7 L engine worth getting less milage. I would buy another Sportage. Only been in the shop twice in 8 years other than routine brakes , oil and filter,etc.
What’s the price of a 2008 Kia Sportage?
The 2008 Kia Sportage LX, equipped with two-wheel drive, a four-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission, has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting just under $17,000. The EX, with V6, four-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, is close to $23,500.
What’s the difference between a Kia and a Kia Sportage?
No major changes for 2008. Those who remember the original Sportage SUV probably won’t recognize the current model. Gone are the body-on-frame architecture, somewhat harsh ride and moderate engine power. The 2008 Kia Sportage derives its underpinnings from a car platform to give it a smooth ride, improved handling and better crash-test results.
When did the Kia Sportage come out in China?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia For the Kia compact crossover produced exclusively for China, see Kia Sportage (China). The Kia Sportage is a compact SUV (classified as a compact crossover SUV since 2004) built by the South Korean manufacturer Kia since 1993.
What was the result of the Kia Sportage crash test?
The Kia Sportage scored the lowest possible result in the Australian ANCAP crash tests – one star out of five. As well as a failure of the seat belts, the vehicle structure collapsed. After a two-year hiatus, the model-year 2005 Sportage returned, sharing its Elantra -based platform with the 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
What kind of front wheel drive does Kia Sportage have?
Front- or all-wheel-drive models come in LX or uplevel EX trims. The LX can have a four-cylinder or V-6, while the EX gets only the V-6. I drove a four-wheel-drive EX. All trims carry over with few changes for 2008; click here to see a comparison with the ’07 Sportage.
What’s the modal window on a Kia Sportage?
This is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. Cars.com’s Kelsey Mays takes a look at the 2008 Kia Sportage. It competes with the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-7.
How big is the turning circle on a Kia Sportage?
Not surprisingly, the Sportage’s 35.4-foot turning circle beats all major competitors except the Subaru Forester (34.4 feet), Toyota RAV4 (34.8 feet) and Mitsubishi Outlander (34.8 feet). I suspect an immediate turnoff for many shoppers will be the driver’s seat.
Front- or all-wheel-drive models come in LX or uplevel EX trims. The LX can have a four-cylinder or V-6, while the EX gets only the V-6. I drove a four-wheel-drive EX. All trims carry over with few changes for 2008; click here to see a comparison with the ’07 Sportage.
This is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. Cars.com’s Kelsey Mays takes a look at the 2008 Kia Sportage. It competes with the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-7.
Not surprisingly, the Sportage’s 35.4-foot turning circle beats all major competitors except the Subaru Forester (34.4 feet), Toyota RAV4 (34.8 feet) and Mitsubishi Outlander (34.8 feet). I suspect an immediate turnoff for many shoppers will be the driver’s seat.
How big is the cargo room in a Kia Sportage?
Some of the center consoles in this class can swallow a mom’s purse; the Sportage’s might handle a prom-goer’s. The glove compartment is unexceptional, and cargo room with the seats up is a segment-trailing 23.6 cubic feet. Both the five-seat RAV4 and the Outlander offer about 50 percent more.
What kind of mileage does a Kia Sportage get?
Fuel mileage estimates for a 2008 Sportage V6 with AWD are 17 mpg city and 21 mpg highway, a few mpg under the class average. The four-cylinder gets only a few city mpg better.
Where can I buy a Kia Sportage in South Africa?
R 599 800 Kia Sportage 2.0CRDi EX Plus Used Car 2021 659 km Automatic Dealer KIA WONDERWATERS Annlin, Pretoria km from you? R 589 990 Kia Sportage 2.0CRDi EX AWD Used Car 2021 551 km Automatic Dealer KIA UMHLANGA Cornubia, Cornubia km from you?
What should I do if my Kia Sportage has a gas leak?
If you own one of these model years and think you’re experiencing a slow gas leak, visit your local Kia dealership. Kia did extend the fuel tank warranty on these Sportage vehicles, with a bulletin number 059. On average, the 60 plus owners spent around $80-$120 for repairs.
Only been in the shop twice in 8 years other than routine brakes , oil and filter,etc. There isn’t a more reliable vehicle. I’ve had the car for eight years and never had a problem after more than 90,000 miles. No GM car I’ve ever had can match that record.