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    2017 Kia Sportage

    The 2017 Kia Sportage is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $35,990 for the LX variant and topping out at $54,990 for the Gt Line variant.

    There are 4 variants of the Sportage available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2016.

    The 2017 Sportage was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Kia Sportage include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (114kW/192Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (136kW/400Nm) and 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder (135kW/237Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $35,990 - $54,990†
    Transmission
    6-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $35,990 - $54,990†
    Transmission
    6-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded or Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

    Expert Rating

    Excellent

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    Kia Sportage

    2017 Kia Sportage

    Available Variants

    The Kia Sportage comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being LX and the most expensive being Gt Line.

    LX

    Price from $35,990†

    EX

    Price from $39,990†

    Limited

    Price from $43,990†

    Gt Line

    Price from $51,990†

    2017 Kia Sportage

    Reviews

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    CarExpert Rating
    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 2017 Kia Sportage compare?

    Quickly see how the Kia Sportage stacks up against its competition.
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    Power to Weight
    76.05 - 90.73 kW/t
    64.52 kW/t
    100.17 kW/t
    Boot Space
    466 litres
    135 litres
    615 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.8 - 8.5 L/100km
    1.7 L/100km
    9.8 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    729 - 912 km
    573 km
    1,111 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    6 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 year
    2 years
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,900 - 2,140 kg
    1,859 kg
    2,370 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,500 - 1,900 kg
    750 kg
    2,500 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    172 mm
    170 mm
    210 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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    2017 Kia Sportage

    Dimensions

    4,480 mm
    1,855 mm
    1,645 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,480 mm
    Overall Width1,855 mm
    Overall Height1,645 mm
    Wheelbase2,670 mm
    Turning Circle10,600 mm
    Load Capacity481 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.

    2017 Kia Sportage

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Kia Sportage is the LX variant that starts from $35,990.

    See all Kia Sportage Pricing

    The most expensive Kia Sportage is the Gt Line variant that starts from $54,990.

    See all Kia Sportage Pricing

    The best towing capacity of a Kia Sportage is 1900 kg offered by the following variants: EX and Gt Line.

    See all Kia Sportage towing capacity

    The largest Kia Sportage is the LX variant which measures 1855mm wide, 4480mm in length and sits 1645mm tall.

    The most powerful variants with 136kW of power and 400nm of torque are the LX, EX and Gt Line variants.

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

    The heaviest Kia Sportage is the EX variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2140 kg.

    The Kia Sportage may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes 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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