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    2023 Kia Sportage

    The 2023 Kia Sportage is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $34,990 for the LX variant and topping out at $63,290 for the X-Line variant.

    There are 4 variants of the Sportage available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2021.

    The 2023 Sportage was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Kia Sportage include 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (132kW/265Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (115kW/192Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (137kW/416Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode, 6-speed automatic, 8-speed automatic with manual mode or 7-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

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    2023 Kia Sportage

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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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    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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    2023 Kia Sportage

    Dimensions

    4,660 mm
    1,865 mm
    1,665 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,660 mm
    Overall Width1,865 mm
    Overall Height1,665 mm
    Wheelbase2,755 mm
    Turning Circle11,780 mm

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

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    2023 Kia Sportage

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Kia Sportage is the LX variant that starts from $34,990.

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    The most expensive Kia Sportage is the X-Line variant that starts from $63,290.

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    The best towing capacity of a Kia Sportage is 1900 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Kia Sportage is the X-Line variant which measures 1865mm wide, 4660mm in length and sits 1680mm tall.

    All variants of the Kia Sportage have a maximum power of 137kW and 416nm of torque.

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

    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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