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2018 KIA Sportage Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2018 KIA Sportage: Quick Overview

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2018 KIA Sportage Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 2018
Make KIA
Model Sportage
Trim -
Style Front-Wheel Drive
Type Sport Utility Vehicle
Category Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Manufacturing Details
Made In Korea
Manufacturing City GWANG-JU
Dimensions
Doors 4-Door
Curb Weight 1499.12 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating -
Overall Height 164.59 cm
Overall Length 448.06 cm
Overall Width 185.42 cm
Wheelbase Length 266.95 cm
Standard Seating 5
Engine & Performance
Engine Regular Unleaded I-4 2.4 L/144
Engine Size 2.4L
Engine Cylinders 4
Transmission 6-Speed Automatic
Transmission Type Automatic
Transmission Speeds 6-Speed
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) $27,900 USD
Invoice Price $26,528 USD
Delivery Charges $990 USD

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What Problems Does the 2018 KIA Sportage Have?

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How long will the 2018 KIA Sportage last?

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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?

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2018 KIA Sportage Prices and Market Value

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2018 KIA Sportage Cost of Ownership

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2018 KIA Sportage Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity 62.08 liters
City Mileage 8.93 km/l
Highway Mileage 10.63 km/l

2018 KIA Sportage Safety Rating

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2018 KIA Sportage Recalls & Defects

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall date 2018-12-19
Recall no. 18v907000
Source NHTSA
Summary KIA Motors America (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage Vehicles That Previously Received AN Engine Replacement Under Recall Number 17v-224, Warranty, or THE Knock Sensor Detection System (Ksds) Product Improvement Campaign. THE High Pressure Fuel Pipe That Connects TO THE Fuel Pump Outlet MAY Have Been Damaged, Misaligned or Improperly Torqued During THE Engine Replacement Procedure, Possibly Causing A Fuel Leak.
Consequence A Fuel Leak IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source CAN Increase THE Risk OF A Fire.
Remedy KIA HAS Notified Owners, and Dealers Will Inspect and Replace THE Fuel Pipe, AS Necessary, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began January 17, 2019. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc172.
Notes Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Engine
Recall date 2018-12-19
Recall no. 18v907000
Source NHTSA
Summary KIA Motors America (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage Vehicles That Previously Received AN Engine Replacement Under Recall Number 17v-224, Warranty, or THE Knock Sensor Detection System (Ksds) Product Improvement Campaign. THE High Pressure Fuel Pipe That Connects TO THE Fuel Pump Outlet MAY Have Been Damaged, Misaligned or Improperly Torqued During THE Engine Replacement Procedure, Possibly Causing A Fuel Leak.
Consequence A Fuel Leak IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source CAN Increase THE Risk OF A Fire.
Remedy KIA HAS Notified Owners, and Dealers Will Inspect and Replace THE Fuel Pipe, AS Necessary, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began January 17, 2019. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc172.
Notes Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
Recall date 2021-03-04
Recall no. 21v137000
Source NHTSA
Summary KIA Motors America (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza Vehicles. THE Electrical Circuit IN THE Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (Hecu) MAY Short-Circuit, Which CAN Cause A Fire IN THE Engine Compartment.
Consequence AN Engine Compartment Fire CAN Increase THE Risk OF Injury.
Remedy Owners ARE Advised TO Park Outside and Away From Structures AS A Precaution Until THE Recall Repair IS Complete. KIA Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Replace Certain Fuses IN THE Electrical Junction Box. Vehicles Equipped With AN Electronic Parking Brake (Epb) Will Also Receive A Hecu Software Update. Repairs Will BE Performed Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON April 30, 2021. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc206.
Notes Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Trailer Hitches
Recall date 2022-09-19
Recall no. 22v703000
Source NHTSA
Summary KIA America, Inc. (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (Hev), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (phev), and 2017-2022 Sportage Vehicles Equipped With A TOW Hitch Harness Installed AS Original Equipment, or Purchased AS AN Accessory Through A KIA Dealership. Debris and Moisture Accumulation ON THE TOW Hitch Harness Module Printed Circuit Board (pcb) MAY Cause AN Electrical Short, Which CAN Result IN A Fire.
Consequence A Fire While Parked or Driving CAN Increase THE Risk OF Injury.
Remedy Owners ARE Advised TO Park Outside and Away From Structures Until THE Recall Repair IS Complete. Dealers Will Inspect THE Vehicle, And, AS Necessary, Replace THE Fuse And/Or TOW Hitch Harness Module, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed August 11, 2023. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc249.
Notes Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.nhtsa.gov.

2018 KIA Sportage Warranty

Drivetrain
Original warranty 120 months / 100000 miles
Estimated remaining 36 months / 100000 miles
Basic
Original warranty 60 months / 60000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired
Roadside
Original warranty 60 months / 60000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired
Rust
Original warranty 60 months / 100000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired

2018 KIA Sportage Insurance

Insurance for a 2018 KIA Sportage is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sport Utility Vehicle with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 2018 KIA Sportage Compare to Other Sport Utility Vehicle?

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Final Verdict: Is the 2018 KIA Sportage a Good Sport Utility Vehicle?

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