Our Review: 2006 Sportage from Kia
The Kia Sportage for 2006
Made in SOUTH KOREA for Kia, the Sportage for 2006 is a contender in the 5-seat SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $15,900 USD with a invoice price of $15,150 USD.
Sportage Dimensions
In 2006 the Sportage has an overall length of 171.30 inches and a width of 70.90 inches. It sits a total of 66.70 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 7.70 inches. Front headroom is 40.70 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Sportage a turning radius of 35.40 inches. It uses 215/65R16 tires with a wheelbase of 103.50 inches.
Drivetrain
The Sportage comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 5-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3250 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 2006 Sportage's 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V engine has been rated at 22 miles/gallon city and 27 miles/gallon highway out of a 15.30 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Alternative Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Sportage retails for $15,900 USD with a invoice price of $15,150 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $590 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Traction Control, Vehicle Stability Control System. Leading optional equipment includes Air Conditioning, Cargo Area Cover, Cargo Net, Load Bearing Exterior Rack, Running Boards.
Exterior color choices include Black Cherry, Champagne Metallic, Clear White, Natural Olive, Royal Jade, Satin Silver, Smart Blue, Smokey Brown, Steel Silver, Volcanic Red with interior choices of Beige Cloth Interior, Black Cloth Interior. The Sportage seats 5 people with 42.10 inches front leg room.
Kia Warranty
The normal warranty period is 60 months or 60,000 miles. It also has a 120 month/100,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's critical to contact your dealer to verify all warranties.
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