Dealer Comments
Kia Sportage S HEV AWD — Australia ????
For the current Australian Sportage Hybrid range, S is available in AWD. Kia
Spec Sportage S HEV AWD
Engine 1.6L Turbo Petrol Hybrid
Transmission 6-speed automatic
Drivetrain AWD
Combined power 173 kW
Combined torque 367 Nm
Fuel consumption 5.3 L/100 km
Fuel tank 52 L
Wheels 17-inch machined alloys
Kerb weight 1,793 kg
Tare weight 1,762 kg
Braked towing 1,900 kg
Unbraked towing 750 kg
Seats 5
Kia lists the AWD hybrid at 5.3 L/100 km combined, versus 4.9 L/100 km for the FWD. Kia
Key S features
The S includes 12.3-inch infotainment, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Smart Key with push-button start, remote engine start, Kia Connect with OTA updates, dial-type shift-by-wire, front and rear parking sensors, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, AEB, Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Following Assist. Kia
Because it's the AWD, you also get Terrain Modes for Snow, Mud and Sand, which is a strong selling point over the FWD. Kia
Easy customer pitch:
"The Sportage S Hybrid AWD gives you the efficiency of the hybrid—around 5.3L/100km—but with AWD capability, 173 kW, 367 Nm, a 12.3-inch screen, wireless CarPlay and a 1.9-tonne towing capacity."