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Kia Sportage

Kia Sportage — 1995–present, 5-door suv3-door convertible (1990–2001), '''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''FE'' SOHC I4; 2.0 L ''FE'' DOHC I4; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''RF'' turbo I4. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine'''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''FE'' SOHC I4; 2.0 L ''FE'' DOHC I4; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''RF'' turbo I4

Transmission4-speed automatic5-speed manual

About the Kia Sportage

Kia Sportage is a 5-door SUV3-door convertible (1990–2001) in the compact suv (1993–2004)compact crossover suv (c) (2004–present) class, with source data covering 1995–present. The available vehicle data lists '''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''FE'' SOHC I4; 2.0 L ''FE'' DOHC I4; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''RF'' turbo I4 as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed automatic5-speed manual and a *Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1993–2004) *Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (2004–present) *Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (1993–present) layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Kia Sportage guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''FE'' SOHC I4; 2.0 L ''FE'' DOHC I4; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''RF'' turbo I4 and 4-speed automatic5-speed manual transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Kia Sportage specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Kia
Model	Sportage
Model years	1995–present
Body style	5-door SUV3-door convertible (1990–2001)
Vehicle class	Compact SUV (1993–2004)Compact crossover SUV (C) (2004–present)
Manufacturer	Kia
Production	1993–present
Market / country	CA, DE, ES, FI, GB, IE, LU, MY, NL, NZ, UA, US

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Kia Sportage includes '''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''FE'' SOHC I4; 2.0 L ''FE'' DOHC I4; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''RF'' turbo I4.. Transmission information includes 4-speed automatic5-speed manual.. The listed drivetrain/layout is *Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1993–2004) *Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (2004–present) *Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (1993–present).

Engine	'''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''FE'' SOHC I4; 2.0 L ''FE'' DOHC I4; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''RF'' turbo I4
Transmission	4-speed automatic5-speed manual
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1993–2004) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (2004–present) *Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (1993–present)

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2360 mm (92.9 in); 2650 mm (104 in)
Length	4030 mm (159 in) (3-door); 4245 mm (167 in) (5-door); 4440 mm (175 in) (Grand Wagon)
Width	1855 mm (73.0 in)
Height	1635 mm (64.4 in)
Kerb / curb weight	1480 –

Ownership, maintenance and fluids

Maintenance specifications are configuration-dependent. When an exact manufacturer oil grade or capacity is not available, the page directs owners to the vehicle manual rather than guessing.

Battery	0.44 kWh 48-volt lithium-ion battery (MHEV); 1.49 kWh 270-volt Lithium-polymer (LiPo) (FHEV); 13.8 kWh 360-volt Lithium-polymer (LiPo) (PHEV)

Kia Sportage chassis and equipment

Chassis	Body-on-frame (1993–2004); Unibody (2004–present)

Kia Sportage other specifications

Name	Kia Sportage
Image	2025 Kia Sportage S front only.jpg
Caption	Pre-facelift
Model Code	NB
Aka	Wanli Sportage (China)
Drivetrain	Mild Hybrid (EcoDynamics+)
Motor	Mild-Hybrid-Starter-Generator (MHSG)

Kia Sportage generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Kia Sportage	1995–present	Not specified	Not specified	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1993–2004) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (2004–present) *Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (1993–present)
First generation	1995–20041995–2002 (North America)	'''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''FE'' SOHC I4; 2.0 L ''FE'' DOHC I4; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''RF'' turbo I4	4-speed automatic5-speed manual	Front-engine, rear-wheel driveFront-engine, four-wheel drive
Second generation	2005–20102006–2015 (China)	'''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''Beta II'' CVVT I4; 2.7 L ''Delta'' V6; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''D'' CRDi-VGT I4	5/6-speed manual4-speed automatic	Front-engine, front-wheel-driveFront-engine, all-wheel drive
Third generation	2011–2016	'''Petrol:'''; 1.6 L ''Gamma'' GDi I4; 2.0 L ''Theta II'' MPi I4; 2.0 L ''Theta II'' T-GDi I4; 2.4 L ''Theta II'' MPi I4; 2.4 L ''Theta II'' GDi I4; '''Diesel:'''; 1.7 L ''U'' CRDi-VGT I4; 2.0 L ''R'' CRDi-VGT I4	5/6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic	Front-engine, front-wheel-driveFront-engine, all-wheel drive
Fourth generation	2017–2022	'''Petrol:'''; 1.6 L ''Gamma'' GDi I4; 1.6 L ''Gamma'' T-GDi I4; 2.0 L ''Nu'' MPi I4; 2.0 L ''Nu'' GDi I4; 2.0 L ''Theta II'' T-GDi I4; 2.4 L ''Theta II'' MPi I4; 2.4 L ''Theta II'' GDi I4; '''Diesel:'''; 1.6 L ''Smartstream D1.6'' CRDi I4; 1.7 L ''U II'' CRDi I4; 2.0 L ''R II'' CRDi I4	6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic; 7-speed DCT; 8-speed automatic	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive; Front-engine, all-wheel drive
Fifth generation	2023–present	'''Petrol:''' 1.6 L ''Smartstream G1.6'' T-GDi I4 2.0 L ''Smartstream G2.0'' MPi I4 2.0 L ''Smartstream G2.0'' T-GDi I4 2.5 L ''Smartstream G2.5'' GDi I4 '''Petrol hybrid:''' 1.6 L ''Smartstream G1.6'' T-GDi 48V I4 1.6 L ''Smartstream G1.6'' T-GDi HEV I4 '''Petrol plug-in hybrid:''' 1.6 L ''Smartstream G1.6'' T-GDi PHEV I4 '''LPG:''' 2.0 L ''Smartstream L2.0'' LPi I4 '''Diesel:''' 1.6 L ''Smartstream D1.6'' CRDi I4 2.0 L ''Smartstream D2.0'' CRDi I4 '''Diesel hybrid:''' *1.6 L ''Smartstream D1.6'' CRDi 48V I4	6-speed manual6-speed automatic7-speed DCT8-speed automatic	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive; Front-engine, all-wheel drive

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Kia Sportage

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load35 PSI front35 PSI rear

Fully loaded37 PSI front38 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	35 PSI	35 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	37 PSI	38 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Kia Sportage

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Kia Sportage have?

The available source data lists the Kia Sportage engine as '''Petrol:'''; 2.0 L ''FE'' SOHC I4; 2.0 L ''FE'' DOHC I4; '''Diesel:'''; 2.0 L ''RF'' turbo I4. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Kia Sportage?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 35 PSI front and 35 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Kia Sportage?

There is no single best engine oil for every Kia Sportage configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Kia Sportage?

The Kia Sportage is classified as a 5-door SUV3-door convertible (1990–2001).

What years was the Kia Sportage produced?

The available vehicle record places the Kia Sportage in the 1995–present period. Exact availability can vary by market.

What are the dimensions of the Kia Sportage?

The available source data lists length 4030 mm (159 in) (3-door); 4245 mm (167 in) (5-door); 4440 mm (175 in) (Grand Wagon), width 1855 mm (73.0 in), height 1635 mm (64.4 in), and wheelbase 2360 mm (92.9 in); 2650 mm (104 in).

What transmission does the Kia Sportage have?

The available source data lists 4-speed automatic5-speed manual transmission options for the Kia Sportage.

Is the Kia Sportage FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Kia Sportage is *Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1993–2004) *Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (2004–present) *Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (1993–present).

Who makes the Kia Sportage?

The manufacturer listed for the Kia Sportage is Kia.

When was the Kia Sportage produced?

The available source data describes production as 1993–present.

How much does the Kia Sportage weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 1480 –. Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Kia Sportage built?

The available source record lists assembly information as South Korea: Hwaseong (Hwaseong Plant)Germany: Osnabrück (Karmann: 1995–1998)Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)Pakistan: KarachiChina: Zhanjiang, Guangdong.

What class of car is the Kia Sportage?

The Kia Sportage is listed in the Compact SUV (1993–2004)Compact crossover SUV (C) (2004–present) class.

What platform does the Kia Sportage use?

The available source data lists the platform/chassis as Hyundai-Kia N3.

What battery does the Kia Sportage use?

The available source data lists battery information as 0.44 kWh 48-volt lithium-ion battery (MHEV); 1.49 kWh 270-volt Lithium-polymer (LiPo) (FHEV); 13.8 kWh 360-volt Lithium-polymer (LiPo) (PHEV). Exact battery size and fitment should be matched to the engine and market.

Which markets or countries sold the Kia Sportage?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Kia Sportage with CA, DE, ES, FI, GB, IE, LU, MY, NL, NZ, UA, US. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What replaced the Kia Sportage?

The available vehicle data lists a later model or generation as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Kia Sportage?

The available source data identifies related models as Mazda Bongo. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Kia Sportage?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Kia Sportage?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Kia Sportage images

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