Reviewing the specs of an SUV can help shoppers make an informed decision about whether or not it is the right SUV for them.

Mileage

Drivers can expect an average miles per gallon of 17 for city driving and 23 for highway driving with this particular SUV.

Trim Levels

This SUV is available in 7 trim levels. Purchasers can pick from the EX 4dr SUV, EX 4dr SUV 4WD, LX 4dr SUV (2.7L V6 4A), LX 4dr SUV (2L I4 4A), LX 4dr SUV (2L I4 5M), LX 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L V6 4A), LX 4dr SUV 4WD (2L I4 5M).

Engine Specifics

On the basic 2008 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV drivers get a Internal Combustion.

Drivetrain Details

The drivetrain determines how the wheels of an SUV move, as well as its safety and effectiveness in different situations.

Front-wheel drive vehicles gain engine power in the front wheels. This can lead to better fuel economy and good handling in winter weather.

SUVs with rear-wheel drive have power delivered to the back wheels. Drivers enjoy better power, balance, and acceleration, but diminished performance in bad weather.

Four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are the other drivetrain possibilities. With four-wheel drive, all wheels have power, but the SUV can be used in rear-wheel drive as required. All-wheel drive SUVs either have power delivered to all wheels at all times or only when needed for increased traction.

The 2008 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV is a FWD vehicle.

Transmission Details

This SUV can be purchased with a A transmission. Automatic transmissions shift automatically and may include some manual controls.

Manual transmissions require the driver to change between gears as required.

Continuously variable transmissions do not rely on gears, change as needed, and are good for bettering gas efficiency.

Automated manual or direct shift gearbox transmissions enable the driver to shift gears, but the clutch is engaged automatically.

Styling Details

The exterior is available in the following colors: Royal Jade Green, Volcanic Red, Smokey Brown, Black Cherry, Smart Blue, Steel Silver, Satin Silver, Clear White and Champagne Metallic.

Interior options include Beige and Black.

Seating Details

In the 2008 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV as many as 5 passengers can be seated.

Length of Vehicle

SUVs are typically longer than sedans, which can lead to increased protection in a wreck. The 2008 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV has this vehicle length: 171.30.

Cargo Space

Purchasers of this Kia have 23.60cubic feet of cargo space for storage.

Steering Details

There are three common categories of power steering systems for SUVs. This particular SUV has the variable/speed-proportional steering type.

Interior Specs

Sport utility vehicles can have as many as three rows of seating. This SUV offers 2.

Towing

Towing power varies greatly from one SUV to the next. On the 2008 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV, drivers can tow with both a weight distributing hitch and a dead weight hitch. The maximum towing capacity is 2000 pounds.

Cost

The asking price for the 2008 Kia Sportage EX 4dr SUV is $21,395.