Test-Drive the Powerful 2016 Kia Sportage SX

Oct 22, 2015

The all-new 2016 Kia Sportage is a stylish SUV with a powerful engine and sporty handling. The SX trim comes stocked with top-of-of-the-line standard features that will make the Sportage even more fun to drive. Stop in and be the first of your friends to drive a 2016 Kia Sportage SX.

Performance and Power of the 2016 Kia Sportage SX

The 2016 Kia Sportage SX runs on a 4-cylinder 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that makes 260 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard along with front-wheel-drive. All-wheel-drive is optional for those who want more traction. The SX with FWD will go from 0-60 in a fast 6.5 seconds, while AWD takes slightly longer at 7.3 seconds. Fuel economy stands at 22 miles per gallon combined with FWD and 21 mpg combined with AWD.

Standard Exterior Features of the Sportage SX

The SX trim of the 2016 Sportage is sportier than the other trims. The exterior comes equipped with a uniquely designed front grille, trim-specific 18-inch wheels, dual exhaust outlets, aluminum scuff plates, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights and a panoramic sunroof. Additional exterior features include fog lights and heated power-folding exterior mirrors.

Inside the 2016 Sportage SX

Behind the rear, 60/40-split folding seats, you get 26.1 cubic feet of cargo space. Fold them down and the number more than doubles o 54.6 cubes. Store even more in the divided organizer beneath the cargo floor. Standard interior features include: