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    2008 Kia Sportage

    The 2008 Kia Sportage is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $30,990.

    There are 2 variants of the Sportage available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2008.

    The 2008 Sportage was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Kia Sportage include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (104kW/184Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (103kW/305Nm) and 2.7L v6 (129kW/241Nm). Available with 4-speed automatic with manual mode, 5-speed manual manual or 6-speed manual manual transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $30,990 - $39,950†
    Transmission
    4-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    Retail Price
    $30,990 - $39,950†
    Transmission
    4-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

    Expert Rating

    Excellent

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    Kia Sportage

    2008 Kia Sportage

    Available Variants

    The Kia Sportage comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Limited.

    Base

    Price from $30,990†

    Limited

    Price from $39,900†

    2008 Kia Sportage

    Reviews

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    Excellent
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    Pros

    • Great manners around town
    • Smooth hybrid system
    • Not lumped with a CVT

    Cons

    • Climate controls can be fiddly
    • Not as fuel frugal as some
    • We miss out on the PHEV
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    How does the 2008 Kia Sportage compare?

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    Power to Weight
    58.52 - 77.34 kW/t
    57.95 kW/t
    114.58 kW/t
    Boot Space
    332 - 667 litres
    332 litres
    878 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.1 - 10.5 L/100km
    6.6 L/100km
    11.4 L/100km
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 year
    2 years
    4 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,140 - 2,260 kg
    1,860 kg
    2,760 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,600 kg
    1,350 kg
    3,360 kg
    Approach Angle
    28.8°
    18°
    36°
    Departure Angle
    28.9°
    20°
    31°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    195 mm
    180 mm
    234 mm
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    LX

    2026

    $43,990

    Light

    2026

    $49,990

    Earth

    2026

    $54,990

    X-Line

    2026

    $59,990

    Year
    2026
    Engine Type
    1.6L Combustion
    1.6L HEV
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    132 kW
    169 kW

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    2008 Kia Sportage

    Dimensions

    4,350 mm
    1,800 mm
    1,695 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,350 mm
    Overall Width1,800 mm
    Overall Height1,695 mm
    Wheelbase2,630 mm
    Load Capacity519 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

    Looking for complete Kia Sportage size & space specs?

    Our Kia Sportage Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.

    2008 Kia Sportage

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Kia Sportage is the base variant that starts from $30,990.

    See all Kia Sportage Pricing

    The most expensive Kia Sportage is the base variant that starts from $39,950.

    See all Kia Sportage Pricing

    The best towing capacity of a Kia Sportage is 1600 kg shared by all variants.

    See all Kia Sportage towing capacity

    The largest Kia Sportage is the base variant which measures 1840mm wide, 4350mm in length and sits 1730mm tall.

    The most powerful Kia Sportage is the Limited variant which has 129kW of power and 241nm of torque.

    The Kia Sportage is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Kia Sportage is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2260 kg.

    The Kia Sportage may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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