{"id":7106,"date":"2026-04-29T09:56:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T09:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imperiocars.ie\/?post_type=listing&#038;p=7106"},"modified":"2026-04-29T14:52:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T14:52:10","slug":"kia-sportage-fourth-generation-compact-suv","status":"publish","type":"listing","link":"https:\/\/imperiocars.ie\/pt\/listing\/kia-sportage-fourth-generation-compact-suv\/","title":{"rendered":"Kia Sportage &#8211; Fourth Generation Compact SUV"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Details<br \/>\nNCT valid until 13\\09\\2026<\/p>\n<p>The 2017 Kia Sportage is\u00a0<mark class=\"HxTRcb\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">a fourth-generation compact SUV praised for its bold redesign, comfortable ride, and high-quality cabin materials<\/mark>. It offers two four-cylinder engines\u2014a 181-hp 2.4L (LX\/EX) or a 240-hp 2.0L Turbo (SX)\u2014paired with a 6-speed automatic. Key strengths include 5-star safety ratings, available all-wheel drive, and generous rear-seat room<\/p>\n<div class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQi4wTegQIAxAA\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<div class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Key Highlights<\/strong><button class=\"rBl3me\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"89fa6209-50e1-4210-91f3-c8c4775461d8\" aria-label=\"Mostrar links relacionados\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=Pi83zd_18\/C5gNJc;aria-label=Pi83zd_18\/bOjMyf;class=Pi83zd_18\/UpSNec\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQye0OegQIAxAC\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQi4wTegQIBBAA\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Trims:<\/strong>\u00a0LX (base), EX (mid-level), and SX Turbo (top-tier).<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Engine &amp; Performance:<\/strong>\u00a0The 2.4L engine is reliable, while the 2.0L Turbo provides high acceleration. Fuel economy is moderate, not class-leading.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAQQAw\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Interior &amp; Tech:<\/strong>\u00a0Features a driver-centric cockpit. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available on EX and standard on SX. The cabin is known for being quiet with good visibility.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAQQBA\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Safety:<\/strong>\u00a0Earned a 2017 Top Safety Pick+ from IIHS and a 5-star overall rating from NHTSA.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAQQBQ\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Cargo:<\/strong>\u00a0Spacious interior with 60\/40 folding rear seats, offering roughly 30.7 cu ft of space behind the rear seats, expanding to over 60 cu ft when folded.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAQQBQ\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Common Issues\/Considerations<\/strong><button class=\"rBl3me\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"48ff3136-4f30-47d0-b7bc-e674f1b3612e\" aria-label=\"Mostrar links relacionados\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=Pi83zd_24\/C5gNJc;aria-label=Pi83zd_24\/bOjMyf;class=Pi83zd_24\/UpSNec\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQye0OegQIBRAC\" data-hveid=\"CAUQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"><\/button><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQi4wTegQIBxAA\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAcQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Fuel Economy:<\/strong>\u00a0The turbo engine can be thirsty, particularly in heavy city driving.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAcQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Styling:<\/strong>\u00a0The distinctive &#8220;tiger-nose&#8221; front fascia is polarizing, though many consider the design upscale, resembling premium competitors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAcQAw\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Ride Comfort:<\/strong>\u00a0While generally comfortable, the SX trim&#8217;s larger 19-inch wheels can lead to a stiffer ride over bumps.<\/span><span class=\"uJ19be notranslate\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-wiz-uids=\"Pi83zd_3u,Pi83zd_3v\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"class=Pi83zd_3t\/TKHnVd\" data-processed=\"true\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><button class=\"rBl3me IWyTpf pjvauc\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"92f4b4bb-6736-48a5-82c5-0b6110ac7c0b\" aria-label=\"YouTube (+4) \u2013 Mostrar links relacionados\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=Pi83zd_3t\/C5gNJc;aria-label=Pi83zd_3t\/bOjMyf;class=Pi83zd_3t\/UpSNec\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQye0OegQIBxAE\" data-hveid=\"CAcQBA\" data-processed=\"true\"><\/button><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQi4wTegQICBAA\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<div class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAgQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">Trim Comparison<\/strong><button class=\"rBl3me\" tabindex=\"0\" data-amic=\"true\" data-icl-uuid=\"8cd17596-9d46-439a-944b-01c8b928eda8\" aria-label=\"Mostrar links relacionados\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"disabled=Pi83zd_42\/C5gNJc;aria-label=Pi83zd_42\/bOjMyf;class=Pi83zd_42\/UpSNec\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQye0OegQICBAC\" data-hveid=\"CAgQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiC7ouA45KUAxUyU0EAHfhTMlIQi4wTegQICRAA\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAkQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">LX:<\/strong>\u00a05-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, 17-inch alloy wheels, 6-speaker audio.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAkQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"><strong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">EX:<\/strong>\u00a07-inch touchscreen with UVO, Apple CarPlay\/Android Auto, leather seating, 18-inch wheels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAkQAw\" data-processed=\"true\"><span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" 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