EX FWD
What the EX adds over the LX (+$2,000)
| Spec | LX | EX |
|---|---|---|
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in | 38 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $26,290 | $28,290 |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12.2-inch LCD supervision cluster with integrated 4.2-inch TFT, 12.3-inch touchscreen Navigation with HD Radio, integrated Modem, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Voice Recognition and SiriusXM (AVN 5.0 wide), 19-inch Alloy wheels, 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Automatic defog system, Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, Heated windshield, Height adjustable Smart power liftgate, LED rear taillights, Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports + rear seat back), Smart Key with Push Button Start and smart welcome, Solar windshield, Wireless charging
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 69.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 36.6 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in |
| Overall height | 65.6 in |
| Overall length | 183.5 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 187 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 32 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.3 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,290 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.6 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Column Type - Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.3 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | McPherson strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.648:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3664 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3373 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4674 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety25 std · 1 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) car / pedestrian / cyclist detection
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Blind View Monitor (BVM) optional
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Rear view camera
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R)
- Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
- 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger
- Cruise control
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors
- High-Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Impact sensing auto door unlock
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Speed sensing auto door locks
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High-Line
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- 12.3-inch touchscreen Navigation with HD Radio, integrated Modem, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Voice Recognition and SiriusXM (AVN 5.0 wide)
- 6 speakers (including 2 tweeters)
- Bluetooth phone and streaming audio
- Front USB c-type charging (x1)
- Paddle shifters
- Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports + rear seat back)
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless charging
Convenience7 std · 0 opt
- Height adjustable Smart power liftgate
- Smart Key with Push Button Start and smart welcome
- Power windows with front one-touch auto up/down
- Powered front and rear windows
- Remote keyless entry with burglar alarm and panic function
- 12V power outlet (front x1, cargo x1)
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- 2nd row air vents
- Dual-zone full automatic temperature control (FATC) Air conditioning
- Automatic defog system
Seating5 std · 1 opt
- Heated front seats
- Rear 60:40 folding with recline
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support
- 4-way manual adjustable front passenger seat
- 8-way power adjustable passenger's seat optional
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
Interior14 std · 4 opt
- 12.2-inch LCD supervision cluster with integrated 4.2-inch TFT
- Artificial leather padded front center armrest with storage box and cupholders
- Authentic stitch crashpad
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Extendable sunvisor
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Metal paint inside door handle
- PVC Upper front and rear door trim
- PVC center door trim
- Plastic scuff plate
- Soft-touch crashpad
- LED room lamp optional
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Illuminated sunvisor mirrors optional
- Front passenger seatback pockets
- LED luggage lamp optional
- LED map lamp optional
- Rubber Pedals
Exterior13 std · 2 opt
- LED projection headlights optional
- 19-inch Alloy wheels
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Body-color outside door handle
- Electric adjustable outside rear-view mirrors
- Heated outside mirrors
- Heated windshield
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- LED rear taillights
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
- Rear deck lid spoiler
- Solar windshield
- LED rear combination lights optional
- Auto light control
- LED high mounted stop lamp
Powertrain1 std · 1 opt
- All Wheel Drive (AWD) optional
- Transmission gear selector - Rotary Dial (Shift-by-wire)
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Dual-level cargo floor
- Luggage net hook
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Sportage. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the EX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Kia Sportage EX?
The manufacturer lists $28,290 for the 2023 Kia Sportage EX. That is $2,000 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Kia Sportage EX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 15 features become standard that the LX does not and 6 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.