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The vehicle presented is a 2024 Kia Sportage LX, a stylish and capable compact SUV designed for modern driving needs. Under the hood, this front-wheel-drive (FWD) model is powered by a responsive 2.5L GDI I4 DOHC CVVT engine, which is a 4-cylinder powerplant engineered for a balance of power and efficiency. This engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, ensuring smooth shifting and optimal power delivery across various driving conditions.
Efficiency is a key highlight for this model. The 2024 Sportage LX achieves an impressive EPA-estimated fuel economy rating, delivering 25 miles per gallon (MPG) in city driving and up to 33 MPG on the highway. These figures make it an economical choice for both daily commuting and longer road trips. The vehicle sits on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 235/65R17 all-season tires, providing a stable and comfortable ride. The drivetrain features a 3.648 axle ratio and a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 4,674 lbs, reinforcing its substantial build quality.
Exterior Design and Color
The exterior of this specific Sportage is finished in a premium Snow White Pearl (SWP) paint. This sophisticated color choice is not merely a standard option but a specialized premium paint application that enhances the vehicle's aesthetic appeal with a pearlescent finish. The exterior design is further accented by body-colored door handles, a body-colored front bumper with a black rub strip and metal-look bumper insert, and a black rear bumper with similar metal-look accents.
Additional exterior standout features include a black grille with metal-look accents, a lip spoiler for aerodynamic flair, and deep-tinted glass which adds privacy and style. The lighting system is robust, featuring auto on/off projector-beam LED low/high beam headlights with daytime running capabilities and automatic high beams, ensuring excellent visibility. The vehicle is also equipped with heated power side mirrors that include manual folding capability, a useful feature for tight parking situations.
Interior Amenities and Accessories
Moving inside, the cabin features a sleek Black interior with durable and comfortable cloth seat trim. The layout includes front bucket seats and a full carpet floor covering, creating a welcoming environment for passengers. The interior is designed with practicality in mind, offering a driver information center, an outside temperature gauge, and a redundant digital speedometer to keep the driver informed at a glance.
Storage and convenience are well-addressed with driver, passenger, and rear door bins, as well as front and rear center armrests. The cargo area is highly functional, featuring concealed storage, cargo space lights, and a full cargo tray/organizer system to keep belongings secure. A standout accessory included in this specific vehicle is the Carpeted Floor Mats, which provide added protection for the interior flooring.
Safety and Technology
Safety is a paramount feature of the 2024 Sportage LX, which comes loaded with an extensive suite of active and passive safety technologies. The "Drive Wise" driver-assist systems include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, capable of detecting pedestrians, cyclists, and junction turning scenarios to mitigate frontal impacts. Additionally, the vehicle features Park Distance Warning (Reverse Rear Parking Sensors) and a Rear View Monitor with parking guidance, making maneuvering in reverse safer and easier.
Occupant protection is comprehensive, with dual-stage driver and passenger front airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd-row airbags, and side-impact beams integrated into the door structures. Other critical safety features include a Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning system, Driver Monitoring-Alert to prevent fatigue, and rear child safety locks.
25/33 City/Highway MPG
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