Kia Motors has announced the pricing of its new 2017 Sportage CUV which will be available at a starting price of $22,990.
The 2017 Sportage is available in three trim levels - LX, EX and SX turbo.
This CUV comes with 2.4 liter four cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission which gives an output of 181hp.
Other features include 17-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler, rear privacy glass, 5-inch touchscreen with rear camera display, Bluetooth, 3.5 inch LCD cluster, keyless entry system and auto on/off dual projector headlights.
The FWD Sportage EX starts at a price of $25,500 and comes with the standard engine of 2.4 liter four cylinder engine with six speed automatic transmission.
The CUV features, LX Cool & Connected Package, push button start, smart key, 18 inch alloy wheels, fog lights. For an extra $1,900, customers are offered EX Premium Package which adds heated steering wheel, power folding mirrors, panoramic sunroof, blindspot detection.
The performance flagship and the fully loaded Sportage SX Turbo comes at a price of $32,500.
Sportage SX Turbo is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine which gives power output of 240hp.
The car is also equipped with EX Technology Package, includes large front brakes, sport-tuned suspension, 19 inch alloy wheels, bi-Xenon HID headlights with Dynamic Bending Light, "ice cube" LED fog lights, LED tail lights, 4.2 inch color LCD instrument cluster, metal pedals, D-shaped steering wheel, paddle shifters.
KMA chief operating officer and EVP, Michael Sprague said: "In 2015, the final year of production for the outgoing Sportage model, sales were up 25 percent, which speaks to the appeal and staying power of that vehicle, and with our aggressive pricing strategy for the all-new 2017 model, we're looking to continue that momentum."
"In a segment that's primarily known for utility, we see the Sportage as a very compelling offer to those looking for stand-out design, intelligent packaging and engaging driving dynamics.
