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Feb 29, 2024


After a redesign in 2023, the Kia Sportage makes an excellent choice among compact crossovers. Available at the local Kia dealer, the 2024 Kia Sportage appeals to SUV shoppers with its modern look, refined interior, and strong value. Check out the top things to love about the new Sportage.

1. Reliable and Efficient Powertrain

The 2024 Sportage comes equipped with a trusty 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine under the hood. This engine churns out 187 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, offering decent power whether you opt for front-wheel drive or the available all-wheel drive. Combined fuel economy checks in at an EPA-rated 28 MPG for FWD models and 25 MPG for AWD models. For occasional trailering needs, the Sportage can pull up to 2,500 pounds when properly equipped.

2. Spacious and Extra-Convenient Cabin

Stepping inside the Sportage reveals a spacious interior with ample headroom and legroom on both rows of seats. It comes in seven trims, allowing users to select from a wide range of features. These include heated and ventilated front seats, dual-zone auto climate control, a power driver’s seat, a leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, charging ports, wireless charging, and a panoramic sunroof.

The 2024 Sportage makes it easy to haul bulky items, thanks to the 36.6 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats. Folding the rear seats provides an ample 69.3 cubic feet of storage space.

3. Sporty and Off-Road Capable X-Pro Trims

For those seeking a more adventurous Sportage, the 2024 model offers two trims to consider: X-Pro and X-Pro Prestige. The rugged X-Pro enables off-road driving with its active AWD system, 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, and 8.3 inches of ground clearance. A unique front and rear fascia plus exclusive synthetic leather upholstery add to the trail-ready vibe.

The X-Pro Prestige retains all that while elevating the on-road experience with LED rear combination tail lights, solar control windshield glass, and a surround-view monitor.

4. Intuitive Technology

Kia equips the base Sportage LX with a standard eight-inch touchscreen supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a 12.2-inch instrument display. Tech-savvy shoppers can opt for the 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen in the EX and X-Line AWD trims or the 12.3-inch dual panoramic displays in higher trims. Both displays come with integrated navigation, Kia Connect, and SiriusXM Satellite Radio.

5. Kia Drive Wise Safety Features

The 2024 Sportage features the Kia Drive Wise suite of driver assistance features. All models come with:

  • Auto emergency braking with car, pedestrian, and cyclist detection
  • Lane following assist
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Driver attention warning
  • Rear parking sensors
  • High Beam assist
  • Rear occupant alert


Across its wide range of trims, the 2024 Sportage offers appealing features that make it a competitive choice in the compact crossover segment. Contact Coughlin Kia of Newark in Newark, OH to test-drive the Sportage and experience these features firsthand.