Kia Launches New Sportage HEV In Australia

Kia Launches New Sportage HEV In Australia


The new model shares its hybrid powertrain with the larger Sorento Hybrid and is expected to account for 20% of the Sportage’s total sales.

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March 12, 2024 at 20:36

The current Kia Sportage has proven to be one of the most attractive options in its class and Australia’s range has been boosted with the addition of a new hybrid variant, known as the HEV.

Powering the Sportage HEV is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with 132 kW (177 hp) and 265 Nm (195 lb-ft) of torque. This engine works together with an electric motor with 44 kW (59 hp) and 264 Nm (195 lb-ft), resulting in a combined 169 kW (227 hp) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft). This is the hybrid powertrain found in the larger Sorento Hybrid and is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission powering through the front wheels.

Power and torque figures of 169 kW and 350 Nm are more than adequate for an SUV of this size and buyers will be pleased to know that it’s fuel-efficient too, rated at 4.9 l/100 km (48 MPG) on the combined cycle.

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    Kia Launches New Sportage HEV In Australia

Two trim levels will be offered. Sitting at the base of the Sportage Hybrid range is the SX FWD Auto, priced from AU$45,950 (equivalent to about $30,400 at current exchange rates). It comes with a temporary alloy wheel, 18-inch alloys, 12.3-inch infotainment display, analog-digital instrument cluster, cloth seats, dual climate control, manually adjustable driver’s seat. 6, and tire pressure. monitoring system.

Those looking for a few extra luxuries can opt for the Sportage Hybrid GT-Line FWD Auto starting at AU$55,420 (~$36,600). It adds a curved display with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. It also includes leather-trimmed seats, smart key with push-button start, sunroof, electric rearview mirror, front and rear parking sensors, blind spot monitor, 8-way adjustable driver’s seat, and heated and ventilated. front seats.

“The Sportage range was already an excellent mid-size SUV package in a very popular and competitive segment, and the addition of the Hybrid variant significantly strengthens our offering,” Kia Australia CEO Damien Meredith said. “The Sportage range is an important part of Kia’s sales plans and we expect HEV sales to be around 300 per month, accounting for 20% of total Sportage sales. The Sportage HEV is another solid step in Kia’s development of increasing electrification options on the Australian market.