SX AWD
What the SX adds over the LX (+$7,300)
| Spec | LX | SX |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3664 lbs | 3834 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3373 lbs | 3543 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4674 lbs | 4850 lbs |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in | 38 in |
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 32 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $26,290 | $33,590 |
| Overall height | 65.6 in | 66.3 in |
| 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: 12.3-inch TFT supervision cluster (panoramic curved type), 12.3-inch touchscreen Navigation with HD Radio, integrated Modem, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Voice Recognition and SiriusXM (AVN 5.0 wide), 18-inch Alloy wheels, 2-position Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat, 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Automatic defog system, Blind Spot-Collision Avoidance Assist-Rear (BCA-R), Center speaker (front x1), Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) car / pedestrian / cyclist detection and junction turning, Gloss black window DLO surround, Harman Kardon Premium Audio system, Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, Height adjustable Smart power liftgate, Highway Driving Assist (HDA), Illuminated sunvisor mirrors, LED Multi-reflector (MFR) headlights, LED luggage lamp, LED map lamp, LED rear taillights, LED room lamp, Navigation based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C), Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, Privacy rear windows and heated tailgate glass, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA), Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports + rear seat back), Safe Exit Warning (SEW), Satin matte inside door handle, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC with S&G), Smart Key with Push Button Start and smart welcome, Subwoofer speaker (front x1), Temporary Compact Spare Tire, Transmission gear shifter (Shift-by-cable), 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 | 8.3 in |
| Overall height | 66.3 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) | 23 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 28 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) | $33,590 |
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) | 3834 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3543 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4850 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety30 std · 0 opt
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC with S&G)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) car / pedestrian / cyclist detection and junction turning
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Navigation based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C)
- Rear view camera
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R)
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
- 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger
- Blind Spot-Collision Avoidance Assist-Rear (BCA-R)
- 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
Infotainment9 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)
- Bluetooth phone and streaming audio
- Center speaker (front x1)
- Front USB c-type charging (x1)
- Harman Kardon Premium Audio system
- Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports + rear seat back)
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Subwoofer speaker (front x1)
- 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
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- Heated front seats
- Rear 60:40 folding with recline
- SynTex artificial leather seating
- 2-position Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support
- 4-way manual adjustable front passenger seat
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
Interior19 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- 12.3-inch TFT supervision cluster (panoramic curved type)
- Artificial leather padded front center armrest with storage box and cupholders
- Authentic stitch crashpad
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Extendable sunvisor
- LED room lamp
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- PVC Upper front and rear door trim
- PVC center door trim
- Plastic scuff plate
- Satin matte inside door handle
- Soft-touch crashpad
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Illuminated sunvisor mirrors
- Front passenger seatback pockets
- LED luggage lamp
- LED map lamp
- Rubber Pedals
Exterior16 std · 1 opt
- Panoramic sunroof with power shade
- 18-inch Alloy wheels
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Body-color outside door handle
- Electric adjustable outside rear-view mirrors
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- LED Multi-reflector (MFR) headlights
- LED rear taillights
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
- Privacy rear windows and heated tailgate glass
- Rear deck lid spoiler
- Heated nozzle windshield wipers optional
- Auto light control
- Gloss black window DLO surround
- LED high mounted stop lamp
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire
Powertrain2 std · 1 opt
- All Wheel Drive (AWD) optional
- Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
- Transmission gear shifter (Shift-by-cable)
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 SX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Kia Sportage SX?
The manufacturer lists $33,590 for the 2023 Kia Sportage SX. That is $7,300 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 SX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 34 features become standard that the LX does not and 14 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.