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Overview
The 2008 Kia Sportage Limited is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Sport Utility Vehicle that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Kia Sportage is regarded as a medium SUV built in Korea with prices starting at $39,900 before on-road costs.
This Kia Sportage is powered by a 2.7L 6-cylinder engine that has 129 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 241 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. Kia claims the Sportage Limited uses 10.5L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 237g of CO2. It has a 58L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 552km per full tank
The Kia Sportage measures 1695mm (66.7 inches) in height, 4350mm (171.3 inches) in length, 1800mm (70.9 inches) in width with a 2630mm (103.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1668kg (3677.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Sportage Limited comes standard with 235/60 R16 front tyres and 235/60 R16 rear tyres. It has a 60 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2008 Kia Sportage Limited has a 195mm ground clearance with a 1600kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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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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Dimensions
4,350 mm
1,800 mm
1,695 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,350 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,800 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm |
| Load Capacity | 502 mm |
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Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 237
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 86.7
Engine (cc): 2656
Compression Ratio: 10
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 2.7
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 75
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.3
Main Capacity (L): 58
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 175
Maximum Power (kW): 129
Maximum Torque (Nm): 241
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Assisted Four-Wheel Drive Selection: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Automatic
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height 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 Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
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: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Platform Code: Hyundai Xd
Wheelbase Type: Short
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Trailer Towing Preparation
Hook Fixture: Fixed
Trailer Hitch: yes
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 66.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1887
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 23.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 667
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1540
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 195
Overall Height (in): 66.7
Overall Height (mm): 1695
Overall Length (in): 171.3
Overall Length (mm): 4350
Overall Width (in): 70.9
Overall Width (mm): 1800
Rear Track (in): 60.6
Rear Track (mm): 1540
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12000
Wheelbase (in): 103.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2630
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1033
Rear Headroom (in): 39.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 1000
Front Hip Room (in): 54.6
Front Hip Room (mm): 1386
Rear Hip Room (in): 54.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1388
Front Leg Room (in): 42.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1070
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 945
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1440
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1430
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 28.8
Departure Angle: 28.9
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
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Tinted Glass
Location: Cabin
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): 2170
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4784
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1668
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3677
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: net
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: D
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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