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Kia Sportage III (facelift, 2014) 1.6 GDI (135 Hp)
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Kia Sportage:
The Kia Sportage is a series of automobiles manufactured by the South Korean manufacturer Kia since 1993 through five generations. Initially a compact SUV built on a body-on-frame chassis, the second-generation Sportage transitioned to a car-based platform which placed it into the compact crossover SUV class, and was originally developed alongside the Hyundai Tucson and since the fifth-generation model launched in 2021, in two sizes with different wheelbase lengths for different markets, alongside the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Kia Sorento....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift, 2014) Overview:
Kia Sportage (III (facelift, 2014)). With 165 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1380 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 178 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 GDI (135 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate power for a naturally aspirated petrol engine of this size, requiring higher revs for brisk acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol SUV, particularly suited for lighter loads and city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and distinctive exterior design
- • Excellent 7-year warranty (in some markets)
- • Diverse range of efficient petrol and diesel engines
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Available all-wheel drive for enhanced traction
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can be quite thirsty, especially with AWD and automatic
- • Ride quality can be firm on larger alloy wheels
- • Interior plastics on lower trims feel less premium
- • Limited off-road capability despite SUV styling
- • Rear visibility can be somewhat restricted
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2011 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Sportage |
| Generation: | III (facelift, 2014) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 GDI (135 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 135 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 84.9 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 165 Nm @ 4850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4FD More details about the engine G4FD |
| Engine displacement: | 1591 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 178 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 97.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 119.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1380 |
| Max. weight: | 1830 |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1353 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 564 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 17.7° |
| Length: | 4440 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1855 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1635 mm mm [50mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2640 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1618 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1619 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 172 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.58 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 22.7° |
| Departure angle: | 28.2° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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