Tag: Kia Sportage

2014 Kia Sportage Facelift will include a wide range of design enhancements as well as a host of comfort and convenience features. The car is based on the platform of Sportage and now will offer to its customers enhanced efficiency via the new 2.4L GDI I4 (LX and EX) unit and the updated 2.0L Turbo GDI (SX) powertrain.

The model will be offered in three trim levels LX, EX and SX. This Kia model includes a high beltline, sweeping angles and pronounced wheel flares, which express an untamable road presence and aggressive stance.

The available HID headlamps and LED tail lights are connected via a spearing shoulder line throughout the length of the car. Together with its lowered body, this line creates a sense of precision. At the same time, the pronounced C-pillar forms a feeling of an air of solidity and balance. What is new here is the updated grille and new fog lamps on the EX trim, which follow the new Kia design language.

In terms of comfort, across all trim grades there has been added a telescopic steering column. In addition, all trims include standard rear ventilation and reclining outboard seats. The EX trim adds as a standard heated front seats, Infinity Premium Audio, auto-dimming mirror with Homelink and heated outside mirrors.

There is also available a Premium package which comprises of ventilated front seats, navigation with SiriusXM TrafficTM, leather-trimmed seats, panoramic sunroof, smart key with push button start, and power-folding outside mirrors.

Moreover, standard on the EX and SX models and available as a package on LX, is the in-car connectivity with UVO eServices. This system features a new telematics suite which delivers in-vehicle connectivity including diagnostics capabilities.

UVO is an abbreviation and stands for “Your Voice”. To be more precise, through Advanced Voice Recognition technology, it allows the occupants to control music and mobile phone operations only with voice commands. If the 2014 Kia Sportage is equipped with UVO eServices, then it will also include a Rear Camera Display with a Back-Up Warning System and auto headlamp system.

Source: Kia

The collaboration between Kia Motors America and DC Entertainment and Super Street magazine is further taking strength through the reveal of the unique Kia Sportage Wonder Woman. The model is by the superhero’s Wonder Woman, her power and the big sense of equality.

The model was unveiled today at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. The vehicle is a continuation of a ten-month, eight vehicle partnership between Kia and DC Entertainment based on the iconic characters that make up the Justice League – Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Aquaman and Cyborg.

The Batmobile has already been revealed and we are expecting the other six vehicles with great anticipation. The final car will be an amalgamation of all seven Super Heroes in one. The Justice League-inspired Kia vehicles serve means to raise the awareness for DC Entertainment’s “We Can Be Heroes” giving campaign. The latter is an effort to bring help and hope to people affected by the hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa.

The Wonder Woman-inspired Kia Sportage includes sleek and stylish visual attributes thanks to an aero kit. The red and blue exterior color scheme, accented with stars resembles Wonder Woman’s outfit. On the other hand the gold trim wrapped around the vehicle represents her weapon of choice – “The Lasso of Truth”.

Heroine’s eagle chest-plate emblem can be seen onto the production grille and is flanked by blue headlight beams. The windshield of Sportage features a banner that portrays Wonder Woman’s tiara, and the chrome side panels on the vehicle are graphical interpretations of her invisible jet. The exclusive car runs on five-spoke wheel design which perfectly links the stars on the exterior of the vehicle.

In terms of interior, one can see red upholstery and dash pieces combined with blue LED lighting. The custom seats were embroidered with heroine’s logo, while the cargo area of the vehicle is adorned with stars and an eagle and features a see-through panel, which displays Wonder Woman’s tiara, bracelets and glowing Lasso of Truth.

Source: Kia

2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo includes a new grille, modified side skirts, a dual exhaust system and unique 18″ alloys.  It also boasts  new aluminum door sills and a revised instrument cluster.

Sportage SX Turbo also comes with a sports suspension including stiffer shocks and revised struts.
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