LX AWD
What the LX adds over the LX (+$1,800)
| Spec | LX | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3661 lbs | 3809 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3396 lbs | 3566 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4674 lbs | 4850 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 32 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $27,390 | $29,190 |
| Overall height | 65.4 in | 66.1 in |
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 | 66.1 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) | 27 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.6 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.3 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,190 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in |
| Second-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 | 235/65R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.648:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3809 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3566 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4850 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety35 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) car / pedestrian / cyclist detection
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC with S&G)
- Blind View Monitor (BVM)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) car / pedestrian / cyclist detection and junction turning
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA)
- Surround View Monitor (SVM) with 3D View
- Dual front advanced airbags
- 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)
- Parking Collision Avoidance - Reverse (PCA-R)
- Rear view camera
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Parking Distance Warning - Forward (PDW-F)
- 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 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)
- Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)
- Speed sensing automatic door lock system
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High Line
Infotainment8 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)
- 6 speakers (including 2 tweeters)
- 8-inch touchscreen audio display with AM/FM, Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, HD radio and Voice Recognition (VR) (DA2.0)
- Bluetooth phone and streaming audio
- Front USB c-type charging (x1)
- Paddle shifters
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless charging
Convenience8 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key with Push Button Start and Smart Welcome
- Cruise control
- Power outlets (12V) (1 front, 1 cargo)
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-down
- Power windows with one-touch auto up/down (front windows)
- Powered front and rear windows
- Remote keyless entry with alarm and panic function
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- 2nd Row air vents
- Dual-zone full automatic temperature control (FATC) Air conditioning
Seating11 std · 0 opt
- Heated front seats
- SynTex artificial leather seating
- Ventilated front seats
- 2-position Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat
- 6-way manual adjustable driver's seat
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support
- 8-way power adjustable passenger's seat
- Adjustable headrest with integrated coat hanger
- Rear 60:40 split with fold and drive fold flat, and recline
- SynTex Premium artificial leather seating
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
Interior20 std · 3 opt
- Alloy pedals
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Extendable sunvisor
- Hydrographic wood center fascia
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Metal paint center fascia
- Molded stitch crashpad
- PVC center door trim
- PVC upper front and rear door trim
- Padded front center armrest with storage box and cupholders
- Plastic scuff plate
- Polyurethane steering wheel
- Satin matte inside door handle
- Soft-touch crashpad
- Traverse door trim
- Unique design center fascia
- LED luggage lamp optional
- LED map light optional
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Illuminated sunvisor optional
- Front seatback pockets
- LED luggage lamp
Exterior25 std · 2 opt
- Panoramic sunroof with power shade optional
- LED projection headlights
- 17-inch Alloy wheels
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Black radiator grille with silver trim
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Gloss black radiator grille with silver trim
- Heated nozzle windshield wipers
- Heated tailgate glass
- Heated windshield
- Hidden rear tailgate glass wiper
- LED daytime running lights (DRL)
- LED rear combination lights
- LED rear taillights
- Power adjustable outside mirrors
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
- Raised roof rack with gloss black finish
- Rear deck lid spoiler
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- Heated outside mirrors optional
- Auto light control
- Privacy glass (tailgate and rear windows)
- Solar windshield
- Gloss black window DLO surround
- LED high mounted stop lamp
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire
Powertrain6 std · 1 opt
- Active All Wheel Drive (AWD)
- 1.6L Turbo Hybrid Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine
- 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Drive mode select (DMS) with Eco, Smart and Sport modes
- Drive mode select Normal, Sport, Smart, Snow modes tuned for All-Terrain Tires
- Transmission gear selector - Rotary Dial (Shift-by-wire)
- Drive mode select (DMS) with Eco, Smart, Sport and Snow modes optional
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
- Dual-level cargo floor
- Luggage net hook / Luggage net hook
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 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 2025 Kia Sportage LX?
The manufacturer lists $29,190 for the 2025 Kia Sportage LX. That is $1,800 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 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.