Kia Sportage 2012 Review

South Korea, as we know, is home to quite a number of outstanding companies, specifically those that are involved in the automotive sector. The leaders of this industry include Kia Motors, which is the second-largest automobile manufacturer in the country. Kia Motor Manufacturing Company was founded in 1957 and initially, they started assembling Honda-licensed small motorcycles and by 1962 they switched to small Mazda-licensed trucks. Thus, it took Kia almost 20 years to build the first car, and it was not until 1974 that the first Kia car was produced. In today’s article let us discuss the Kia Sportage, the model that was issued in 2012 and belongs to the third generation of this type of SUV crossover car.

Exterior Design

The current model of Kia Sportage 2012 has the general lines associated with Kia cars and comes in many colors. According to the Kia Sportage 2012 specification, the front view includes fog lights which provide better illumination when driving in areas with poor visibility such as during rainy, foggy or muddy conditions. Sitting low below the headlights, these fog lamps shield your ride against harsh weather conditions. Also remarkable is the fact that the Sportage has automatic headlamps that turn on when the car detects low light conditions from the illuminance sensor. The front also features a unique textured silver-black grille sitting in the Kia’s ‘tiger nose’ design.

In the side view, it has metal-painted door handles and side mirrors that come in a body color. These mirrors are power-controlled and come with standard features such as turn signals to give them both utility and panache. There are two heavy roof rails on the roof of the car for additional carrying capacity of the objects.

The rear of the Kia Sportage 2012 has a rounded look with a window defogger permanently located to ensure optimal visibility during freezing conditions. It employs impressive 21-inch alloy wheels and has a good ground clearance of 172mm which makes it fit well on any terrain. Turning to the utility aspect, the Kia Sportage 2012 comes with a spacious boot, with a carrying capacity of 564 liters. To use more boot volume in moments when it is needed the seats located at the rear can be folded down. Therefore, the Kia Sportage 2012 is an appealing car for those seeking to buy a stylish and functional vehicle for their family or individual use in the category of SUV crossovers. Whether it is a city driving or off-road experience, this vehicle comes with elegance and to ensure that it suits your needs.

Interior Design

The interior of the car also gives a nod to the exterior aesthetics; the Kia Sportage 2012 comes with a bold black interior. It is endowed with five leather seats to guarantee comfort and style. In as much as the closed space is limited it has enough room to contain the driver’s cabin with enough leg space and head space. Same to it that the passenger cabin accommodates at least three people. It was not possible for the middle seat passenger to have their feet rest on a hump hence providing them with comfort. In general, the space of the passenger cabin is quite roomy with good leg and headroom. Also, the armrest improves comfort for two passengers and it runs for half the length of the table. While controls for height and tilt/recline are usually mechanical, the driver’s seat offers electric controls for these as well. Kia Sportage 2012 has various buttons at the steering wheel that act as a multifunction of the wheel. It’s also important to note that this steering wheel is customizable to the owner’s preferred position.

The car’s meter panel also has conventional mechanical analog meters for turn signal indicators, oil pressure gauges, voltage gauges, and clocks. Other data are shown as digital readouts, including the odometer, outside temperature, and consuming fuel indicator. Their storage solutions are rather effective, although the glove box is a little on the large side; there is also plenty of storage space in the compartment below the front armrest. For entertainment, the Kia Sportage comes with mp3 player, standard USB interface smart device integration, and Bluetooth capabilities.

Performance

In accordance with the Kia Sportage 2012 performance, the car resides under the hood and is equipped with a 2.4-liter inline 4-cylinder engine with a power output of 176 hp at 6000 RPM and 200 Nm of torque at 4000 RPM. The specific vehicle has a six-speed manual transmission and it is a diesel power vehicle. At the moment, this vehicle has a Fuel Consumption Rate of 7. 5L/100 km combined with a fuel tank of 55, the Kia Sportage 2012 may cover approximately 733 km kilometers on a full tank. Notably, the power plant can push the car from a standstill to sixty miles within a mere six seconds. The vehicle also has a feature of all-wheel drive and this makes it powerful especially when it comes to driving performance.

Ride Quality

The Kia Sportage 2012 contains a smooth suspension that enhances it as it can manage to ride on rough or hilly terrains. Though there can be some problems with the windshield, the ride quality is quite good. The vehicle turning circle radius is 17.3 m. The meters ensure that it has the stability and the maneuverability of the fire truck.

Safety & Technology

The Kia Sportage 2012 is equipped with a comprehensive airbag system, featuring three types of airbags: driver’s front-impact airbags, for the passengers: front-impact airbags side-impact airbags, and overhead impact airbags. Some of these include frontal airbags which help protect both the driver and passengers in the event of a frontal crash or side airbags important in cases of side-impact collision. Also, it is fitted with load limiters or seat belt pretensioners. These pretensioners adjust the seat belts tight during an accident, making it safer for all passengers.