SX FWD
What the SX adds over the LX (+$5,500)
| Spec | LX | SX |
|---|---|---|
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $27,190 | $32,690 |
| Overall height | 65.4 in | 65.6 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: 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support, 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support, 12.3-inch TFT supervision cluster (panoramic curved type), 12.3-inch touchscreen Navigation with AM/FM, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, HD Radio and Voice Recognition (VR) (AVN 5.0 wide), 2-position Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat, 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine, 4-way manual adjustable front passenger seat, 8-Speed Automatic Transmission, Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger, Authentic stitch crashpad, Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA), Cargo net hook, Center speaker (front x1), Drive mode select Normal, Sport and Smart modes, Extendable vanity mirror, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) car / pedestrian / cyclist detection and junction turning, Gloss black roof rails (flush type), Harman Kardon Premium Audio system, Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, Height adjustable Smart power liftgate, Highway Driving Assist (HDA), Illuminated sunvisor, LED luggage lamp, LED map light, LED room light, Leather wrapped steering wheel, Leather-wrapped gearshift knob, Navigation based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C), Panoramic sunroof with power shade, Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, Power windows with one-touch auto up/down (front windows), Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA), Rear USB c-type chargers (x2 ports + rear seat back), Rubber Pedals, Safe Exit Warning (SEW), Satin matte inside door handle, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC with S&G), Smart Key with Push Button Start and Smart Welcome, Subwoofer speaker (front x1)
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) | 33 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.8 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 41.3 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $32,690 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.6 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Column Type - Motor Driver 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) | 3661 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3396 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 kitSafety30 std · 0 opt
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & 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 air bags
- Full-length front side curtain airbags
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (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)
- Rear seat-mounted side airbags
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
- 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA)
- 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 automatic door lock system
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High Line
Infotainment9 std · 0 opt
- 12.3-inch touchscreen Navigation with AM/FM, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, HD Radio and Voice Recognition (VR) (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 outlets (12V) (1 front, 1 cargo)
- Powered front and rear windows
- Remote keyless entry with alarm and panic function
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
- Power windows with one-touch auto up/down (front windows)
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- 2nd Row air vents
- Automatic defog system
- Dual-zone full automatic temperature control (FATC) Air conditioning
Seating7 std · 1 opt
- Heated front seats
- SynTex artificial leather seating / SynTex Premium 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
- Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger
- Rear 60:40 split with fold and drive fold flat, and recline
- SynTex Premium artificial leather seating optional
Interior22 std · 0 opt
- 12.3-inch TFT supervision cluster (panoramic curved type)
- Authentic stitch crashpad
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Extendable vanity mirror
- LED luggage lamp
- LED map light
- LED room light
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Leather-wrapped gearshift knob
- PVC center door trim
- PVC upper front and rear door trim
- Padded front center armrest with storage box and cupholders
- Plastic scuff plate
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
- Rubber Pedals
- Satin matte inside door handle
- Soft-touch crashpad
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Unique design center fascia
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Illuminated sunvisor
- Front seatback pockets
Exterior20 std · 0 opt
- LED projection headlights
- 18-inch Alloy wheels
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Body-color outside door handle
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Gloss black roof rails (flush type)
- Heated outside mirrors
- Heated tailgate glass
- Hidden rear tailgate glass wiper
- LED daytime running lights (DRL)
- LED rear taillights
- Panoramic sunroof with power shade
- Power adjustable outside mirrors
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
- Rear deck lid spoiler
- Auto light control
- Privacy glass (tailgate and rear windows)
- LED high mounted stop lamp
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire
Powertrain6 std · 0 opt
- Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
- 2.5L 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine
- 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Drive mode select
- Drive mode select Normal, Sport and Smart modes
- Transmission gear shifter (Shift-by-cable)
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Column Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS)
- McPherson strut front suspension
- Multi-link rear suspension
- Shock Absorber Type: Gas
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo net hook
- Dual-level cargo floor
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2024 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 2024 Kia Sportage SX?
The manufacturer lists $32,690 for the 2024 Kia Sportage SX. That is $5,500 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2024 Kia Sportage SX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 44 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.