Rear Quarter View of the 2018 Kia Sportage

Engine Options and Performance of the 2018 Kia Sportage

Wherever your next adventure takes you, make sure you’re prepared with the capable and exciting 2018 Kia Sportage.

If you’re in the market for a crossover that is ready to work as hard as you do, look no further than the 2018 Kia Sportage. Thanks to its different engine options, you’ll be able to choose a Sportage model that is perfect for the job site, family adventures, and pretty much anything else. Join us here at Kia of Irvine as we take a look at these different engine options, and the performance that each is capable of providing.

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Kia Sportage 2.4L Engine

Standard on the LX and EX Sportage models is this high-output engine that allows the Sportage to be among its segment leaders when it comes to power and efficiency. When equipped with all-wheel drive, this engine provides drivers with an EPA-estimated 25 miles per gallon on the highway, and cranks out up to 181 horsepower at 6,000 rpm.

Kia Sportage 2.0L Engine

Coming standard on the Sportage SX Turbo is a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Together, these two systems give the 2018 Sportage a smooth and efficient ride. Nimble handling and an impressive 240 horsepower turn your ordinary commutes into extraordinary drives. This beast of an engine living under the hood of the 2018 Sportage is all-wheel drive capable and allows your Sportage to power through any terrain the West Coast roads decide to throw your way.

Dashboard View of the 2018 Kia Sportage
Side View of the 2023 Kia Sportage

If the 2018 Kia Sportage sounds like your kind of vehicle, come on down to our dealership here in Irvine. We’ve got a wide selection of Sportage models, as well as other incredible Kia vehicles that we know you and your family will love. Before you head over to our dealership, be sure to schedule a test drive from right here on our website. Now is the perfect time to get into a new Sportage with all the great specials that we have going on right now!

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