2011 Kia Sportage is a Good Choice for a Crossover SUV
The 2011 Kia Sportage is a crossover Kia SUV. The style of this 2011 Kia Sportage is attractive and is a very good looking crossover SUV. Some of the features of this Kia Sportage 2011 are the manual transmission, traction control and stability control. This 2011 Sportage was built for safety and smooth driving.
The brand’s small crossover SUV — a full remake for the 2011 Kia Sportage model year — is based on commendable hardware similar to that used by corporate parent Hyundai for the Tucson. It looks stylish, is well-equipped and oozes embrace ability. It is a good choice for those looking for a crossover SUV.
The Kia cars designers have intended to make the Kia Sportage 2011 a more modern looking vehicle while still keeping the type of features and amenities that buyers have found popular. The latest technologies have been added for the 2011 model year, designed to make passengers more comfortable, while offering the highest level of safety possible.
The proportions have been redesigned, giving the Kia 2011 Sportage an entirely new look while retaining most of the versatility that the 2010 Kia Sportage model obtained. The distinctive new exterior profile is what initially draws potential buyers to the 2011 Sportage; however other new interior features are probably what closes the sale.
The interior has nicely contoured seats and has enough legroom for taller passengers to sit comfortably, it is spacious. Some may dislike the plastic feel of the dashboard and cabin but the interior suits the 2011 Kia Sportage.
The 2011 Kia Sportage is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in 3 trim levels which is currently being offered: Base, LX and EX with pricing starting at $18,295 for the base level. Upon introduction, the 2011 Kia Sportage Base FWD is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 176-horsepower engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 29-mpg on the highway.
A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard while the 2011 Kia Sportage SX AWD is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 256-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The Kia Sportage 2011 is able to offer an improved level of fuel economy along with more power (176 horsepower) and various other amenities. Such options as push-button start, LED daytime running lights and a panoramic sunroof are among the Sportage parts that now are available.
2011 Kia Sportage Driving Performance
The Kia Sportage performance can’t be described as anything but average but the 2011 Kia Sportage has a nice feel to it when you’re driving, at times the drive can feel slightly uncomfortable but overall it is a very comfortable ride. If you are looking for a solid safe car this Kia Sportage 2011 would be a good choice.
The 2011 Sportage has antilock disc brakes with brake assist, side curtain airbags and the traction and stability control previously stated. By the end of 2010, the new Microsoft in-vehicle communication and entertainment system dubbed “UVO” will be available in the 2011 Kia Sportage as an additional option.
The 2011 Sportage price is reasonable and you get what you pay for. The Kia Sportage 2011 driving is smooth for the most part, and the engine is average. This is a good car on the market. Overall the 2011 Sportage is a good vehicle to purchase.
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