2022 Kia Sportage
LX AWD
What the LX adds over the LX (+$1,500)
| Spec | LX | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3596 lbs | 3739 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3305 lbs | 3448 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.4 in | 6.8 in |
| MPG (city) | 23 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 30 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $24,090 | $25,590 |
| Overall height | 64.4 in | 64.8 in |
| Final drive ratio | 3.064:1 | 3.195:1 |
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 302.3 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | foot pedal |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 60.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 30.7 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 129.3 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in |
| Overall height | 64.8 in |
| Overall length | 176.4 in |
| Overall width | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2359 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.4L Inline 4-cylinder, Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 181 hp |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 22 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.5 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38.2 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $25,590 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.1 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor power assisted, Rack and pinion type (MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.8 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | P225/60 R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.195:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3739 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3448 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety23 std · 3 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Pedestrian Detection System (FCA-P)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) optional
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
- Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
- Rear-Camera Display
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- 4-wheel Antilock Brakes System (ABS)
- Cruise control
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Foot pedal Parking Brake
- Front and rear 3-point seat belts
- Height adjustable front and 2nd row headrests
- Height adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Impact sensing auto door unlock
- Speed sensing automatic door lock system
- ULEV 70 emissions
- Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) optional
- SULEV 30 emissions optional
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High Line
Infotainment6 std · 0 opt
- 6-speakers, 160-watt sound system
- 8-inch touchscreen AM/FM with Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Voice Recognition (DA 2.0)
- Auxiliary input jacks
- Bluetooth® wireless technology
- Steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls
- USB port (front charger and connection)
Convenience5 std · 2 opt
- Smart Key and push-button start, includes immobilizer optional
- Power door locks with driver and passenger control
- Power windows (front and rear)
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-down
- Remote keyless entry with burglar alarm and panic button
- Smart Key with welcome function optional
- 12V power outlet (x3)
Climate1 std · 1 opt
- Air conditioning with rear vents
- Dual-zone automatic climate control with auto defog and ionizing air purifier optional
Seating6 std · 3 opt
- Heated front seats (3-level) optional
- 6-way adjustable driver's seat
- 4-way adjustable passenger seat
- 60/40 split-folding rear seats with 17-step recline, 8 degrees flat
- Front and back seatback pockets
- Pumping device on driver's seat
- Woven cloth seat trim
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support optional
- Tricot cloth seat trim with YES Essentials* anti-soil fabric technology optional
Interior15 std · 1 opt
- 3.5-inch TFT Mono LCD cluster
- Floor console with small items tray
- Front center armrest with storage and cup holders
- Metal interior center fascia
- Metal paint inside door handles
- Molded dashboard stitching
- Pocket bottle holder
- Polyurethane steering wheel
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
- Soft PVC trans gear shift knob
- Soft-touch dashboard, armrests and door trim
- Sunvisor with extendable visor vanity mirrors
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Day/night interior rear view mirror
- Illuminated visor vanity mirrors optional
- Overhead console with sunglass holder
Exterior23 std · 6 opt
- 17-inch Alloy wheels
- Acoustic laminated windshield
- Black grille with chrome trim
- Body-color outside door handles
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Body-color side sills
- Chrome rear bumper garnish
- Chrome window surround trim
- Electric adjustable outside mirrors
- Halogen rear combination lamps
- LED Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)
- Matte black fog light surround
- Projector headlights
- Rear window wiper
- Silver bulb garnish fog light surround
- Tinted glass (windshield, front doors)
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- Variable intermittent windshield wipers
- 18-inch Alloy wheels optional
- Front fog lamps optional
- Power-folding, heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals optional
- Windshield wiper de-icer optional
- Auto light control
- Privacy glass (rear side, tailgate)
- Rear window defroster
- Solar glass (windshield, front doors) optional
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Rear spoiler
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire optional
Powertrain5 std · 1 opt
- Dynamax full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD) optional
- Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
- 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine
- 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Drive Mode Select (DMS): selectable Normal-Sport-Eco modes
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- High performance dampers
- Multi-link independent rear suspension
Cargo3 std · 0 opt
- Cargo net hooks
- Dual-level cargo floor
- Luggage under tray
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Sportage. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the LX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Kia Sportage LX?
The manufacturer lists $25,590 for the 2022 Kia Sportage LX. That is $1,500 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Kia Sportage LX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 9 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.