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Kia Sportage SLi (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Kia Sportage SLi is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th May 2011 classified as a SL. The Kia Sportage is regarded as a small SUV built in Korea with prices starting at $32,720 before on-road costs.
This Kia Sportage is powered by a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 130 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 227 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Kia claims the Sportage SLi uses 9.2L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 221g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 598km per full tank
The Kia Sportage measures 1645mm (64.8 inches) in height, 4440mm (174.8 inches) in length, 1855mm (73.0 inches) in width with a 2640mm (103.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1588kg (3500.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Sportage SLi comes standard with 225/60 R17 front tyres and 225/60 R17 rear tyres. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 Kia Sportage SLi has a 172mm ground clearance with a 1600kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
79.18 - 82.32 kW/t
43.77 kW/t
121.77 kW/t
Boot Space
740 litres
395 litres
740 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.5 - 9.2 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
598 - 733 km
571 km
1,067 km
Price
$26,720 - $40,710
$26,720
$52,640
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,980 - 2,140 kg
1,980 kg
3,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,600 kg
1,350 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
28.1°
18°
38.2°
Departure Angle
28.2°
21°
32.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
172 mm
150 mm
323 mm
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Dimensions
4,440 mm
1,855 mm
1,645 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,440 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,855 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,580 mm |
| Load Capacity | 462 mm |
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Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 8.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 5.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 221
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 88.0
Engine (cc): 2359
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Theta Ii
Engine (L): 2.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 97.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 598
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 372
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 32
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 12.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 23
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 19
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.0
Maximum Speed (km/h): 185
Maximum Speed (mph): 115
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 177
Maximum Power (kW): 130
Maximum Torque (Nm): 227
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Differential Lock
Location: Centre
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Manual & Automatic
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Hyundai Xd
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 54.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1547
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 26.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 740
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10580
Front Track (in): 63.5
Front Track (mm): 1614
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 172
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.7
Overall Height (in): 64.8
Overall Height (mm): 1645
Overall Length (in): 174.8
Overall Length (mm): 4440
Overall Width (in): 73.0
Overall Width (mm): 1855
Rear Track (in): 63.6
Rear Track (mm): 1615
Wheelbase (in): 103.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2640
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 992
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 977
Front Hip Room (in): 53.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1364
Rear Hip Room (in): 49.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1246
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1051
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.9
Rear Leg Room (mm): 963
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1440
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1400
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 28.1
Departure Angle: 28.2
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2050
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4519
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1588
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3501
Tare Weight (kg): 1554
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20110331
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Diesel
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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