The Crossover Charm of the Kia Sportage

Dec 30, 2016

In the last few years, the American car market has been flooded with crossover options – cars that are somewhere between compact hatchbacks and mid-sized SUVs. The problem is, a lot of them are boring. Not so with the Kia Sportage.

The Kia Sportage has styling that doesn’t follow the pack of crossovers currently on the market. Its front grill, separated from its headlights, exude a sort of toothy game-face that stands out from the competition and adds personality. Its fog lights are also more pronounced and uniquely styled, with quad LED lamps optional. From first glance, the Kia Sportage looks more like a vehicle that is down for adventure than its competitors, which all riff on the same, capable-but-respectable theme.

That sense of fun doesn’t just show itself in the exterior styling. Look inside, and you’ll find a tasteful, non-busy interior that Car and Driver compares to some of the biggest luxury brands. Come 2017’s models, the all-new Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will also be available to ensure that you always have the best tunes and tech in your new car.

But let’s not forget what’s under the hood. The Kia Sportage comes equipped with either a FWD or an AWD drivetrain in two engine configurations, a 2.4-liter or a turbocharged 2.0-liter capable of putting out 240 hp. In any of these configurations, the Kia Sportage can do what other crossovers often fail to – it can feel like a car rather than an SUV.

It’s the end of the year, and the weather isn’t getting better anytime soon. Now is the perfect time to head to Classic Kia, whether you’re from Gurnee, Kenosha, or in our backyard in Waukegan, and check out the Kia Sportage.