What to know about the 2013 Kia Sportage?

What to know about the 2013 Kia Sportage?

2013 Kia Sportage Review 1 Sharp styling inside and out 2 more fun to drive than other crossovers 3 powerful and efficient turbo engine in SX trim 4 plenty of premium features 5 intuitive controls 6 generous warranty. 7 Stiff-legged ride 8 backseat doesn’t slide or recline 9 less cargo capacity than other crossovers.

Is there a belt change on a Kia Sportage?

The good news is that all Kia engines since 2010 have cam timing chains rather than pesky belts, so there’s no call for regular belt changes. Hard to fault, should be high on SUV shopper’s lists. MARK BALL: Our 2011 Sportage SLi diesel has done 54,000 km and there’s been no trouble at all.

How often should a Kia Sportage be serviced?

Servicing is the key to a long and reliable life for any car, but it’s even more important with today’s high-tech cars that are being built to ever tightening tolerances. Kia specifies service intervals of 15,000 km or 12 months, which is pretty much industry standard, but grizzled old-timers would insist that’s much too long.

How big is the Kia Sportage cross trainer?

The Kia Sportage slips easily into its work togs, like a size 7 foot into a Nike cross-trainer.

2013 Kia Sportage Review 1 Sharp styling inside and out 2 more fun to drive than other crossovers 3 powerful and efficient turbo engine in SX trim 4 plenty of premium features 5 intuitive controls 6 generous warranty. 7 Stiff-legged ride 8 backseat doesn’t slide or recline 9 less cargo capacity than other crossovers.

How much does Sportage SX turbo AWD cost?

Sportage SX Turbo AWD shown – priced higher at $34,990 MSRP. MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options and dealer charges. Actual prices set by dealer and may vary.

Which is better a Honda CRV or a Kia Sportage?

Compared with its nearest competitors, the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, the 2013 Kia Sportage SUV rides a bit stiffer, but delivers better cornering and recovery from sharp dips in the road.

What kind of mileage does a Kia K5 get?

Kia Motors reserves the right to make changes at any time as to vehicle availability, destination, and handling fees, colors, materials, specifications, features, accessories, packages, and models. MPG: Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and your vehicle’s condition.