The 2017 Kia Sportage joins a group of affordable crossovers that's never been more competitive. In addition to the above-mentioned RAV4 and CR-V, there's the smaller Honda HR-V, which offers an exceptionally spacious interior for its size and impressive fuel economy but suffers from laggardly acceleration.

1. 2017 Kia Sportage White LX FWD
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2. When a vehicle's been around for a few generations, as the Sportage has, its basic characteristics
are usually well-established, so you know what to expect from the next one. But for the fully
redesigned 2017 Sportage, Kia directly addressed two of our primary complaints about the previous
model. First, the formerly cramped back seat is now remarkably roomy, to the point that a family
might not need anything more. And second, the formerly firm ride is now relatively compliant.
In short, we're running out of reasons why the Sportage isn't a head-of-the-class standout among
small crossover SUVs.
The 2017 Kia Sportage joins a group of affordable crossovers that's never been more competitive.
In addition to the above-mentioned RAV4 and CR-V, there's the smaller Honda HR-V, which offers
an exceptionally spacious interior for its size and impressive fuel economy but suffers from
laggardly acceleration. The Mazda CX-5 is a perennial favorite among our staffers for its capable
handling and well-rounded feature set, while the reinvented 2017 Ford Escape merits strong
consideration. But if you're shopping for a crossover in this genre, you owe yourself a drive in the
thoughtfully redesigned 2017 Sportage.
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2017 Kia Sportage Review

3. Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options
The 2017 Kia Sportage is a small crossover SUV with seating for five. It's offered in three trim
levels: LX, EX and SX Turbo.
The LX comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED running lights, automatic headlights, rear
privacy-tinted windows, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, rear climate vents, 60/40-split folding
rear seatbacks, a 5-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth and a six-speaker sound system with a USB port,
an auxiliary input jack and satellite radio.
The SX Turbo boasts 19-inch wheels, adaptive xenon headlights, automatic high beams, LED
foglights and taillights, power-folding mirrors with LED turn signals, a sport-tuned suspension, a
hands-free power tailgate, a panoramic sunroof, LED interior lighting, an auto-dimming rearview
mirror, a heated flat-bottom steering wheel with paddle shifters, an upgraded driver information
display, an eight-way power passenger seat, ventilated front seats, dashboard accent stitching,
gloss-black interior accents, an 8-inch touchscreen interface, a navigation system and an eight-
speaker Harman Kardon audio system.
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4. Powertrains and Performance
In LX and EX trim, the 2017 Kia Sportage is motivated by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that
produces 181 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. The SX Turbo model gets a stronger
turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that cranks out 240 hp and 260 lb-ft. Both engines come paired
with a six-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive
available as an option.
According to the EPA, the Sportage LX should return 26 mpg combined (23 city/30 highway) with
front-wheel drive and 22 mpg combined (21/25) with all-wheel drive. The Sportage EX's official
estimates are slightly different, but expect essentially the same in real-world driving. The SX Turbo
drops to 23 mpg combined (21/26) with FWD and 21 mpg combined (20/23) with AWD.
Although these fuel economy numbers are a tick or two better than those of the previous Sportage,
they're still unimpressive for a small crossover with four-cylinder power. Many rivals, especially
those with AWD, are typically better.
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5. Safety
Standard safety features on all 2017 Kia Sportage models include antilock disc brakes, traction
control and stability control, a rearview camera, hill-start assist, front-seat side airbags and full-
length side curtain airbags.
The SX Turbo additionally includes a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, a forward
collision mitigation system with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning and front and
rear parking sensors. These items are optional on the Sportage EX, with the blind-spot
monitor/cross-traffic alert included in the Premium package and the other items included in the
Technology package.
Kia's Uvo telematics suite, standard on the EX and SX Turbo trims (and optional on LX), includes
emergency and roadside assistance, stolen vehicle tracking, geo-fencing and speed tracking
(allowing parents to set limits for teen drivers) and other smartphone-enabled features accessible
via the Uvo app.
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6. Interior Design and Special Features
The 2017 Sportage interior is impressively executed. The dashboard has a substantial, upmarket
look and includes a broad central control layout that tilts toward the driver, giving the cockpit a
sporty character to match the name. Materials quality is class-competitive, and we've noted no
squeaks or rattles in our test vehicles to date. The base LX trim is rather sparsely equipped by
today's standards, but one could argue that it gives you most of what you need, including Bluetooth,
a USB port and a small touchscreen. Higher trims can be outfitted with a high-resolution 8-inch
touchscreen that features sharp graphics and quick response times, but even the LX is eligible for
an upgrade to the EX's standard 7-inch touchscreen with Uvo infotainment functions (including
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for full smartphone integration).
Passenger space and comfort are outstanding for this size class. As expected in a crossover, the
driver and front passenger have plenty of head- and legroom, and the available power seats include
bottom cushions that tilt independently for additional customization. Rear occupants are hardly
worse off, however. Even with a 6-footer in the driver seat, another 6-footer can sit immediately
astern without issue, and he or she will enjoy ample thigh support. This level of accommodation is
normally associated with midsize crossovers, so it's a welcome surprise in the compact Sportage.
Interior Design and Special Features

7. Driving Impressions
The Sportage has evolved noticeably from the firm-riding crossover it used to be. Kia seems to
have realized that crossover buyers appreciate comfort, too, because the 2017 Sportage strikes a
rewarding balance between ride compliance and handling control. There's still a certain athleticism
to the way this crossover steers and takes a corner, but impacts now tend to be absorbed or
shrugged off rather than transmitted vividly to the cabin. We also appreciate how quiet the
reasonably priced Sportage remains at speed; not too long ago, you would have needed a luxury-
brand model to enjoy such isolation from the elements.
Given how accomplished the Sportage is otherwise, the engines are something of a letdown. The
base 2.4-liter engine operates smoothly, but while it keeps you moving with traffic well enough,
there's not much surplus power for passing. We like that Kia provides a higher-performance engine
in the SX Turbo, but it doesn't give you the punch you'd expect based on its extra 59 hp, and its fuel
economy penalty may be hard to swallow. In any event, we're fans of the six-speed automatic,
which is one of the best-mannered transmissions you'll find in this segment.
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