{"id":1776,"date":"2021-02-13T03:57:54","date_gmt":"2021-02-13T03:57:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automarketwatch.com\/?p=1776"},"modified":"2022-06-20T15:50:57","modified_gmt":"2022-06-20T15:50:57","slug":"2021-kia-sportage-affordable-excellence-in-a-compact-suv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automarketwatch.com\/index.php\/2021\/02\/13\/2021-kia-sportage-affordable-excellence-in-a-compact-suv\/","title":{"rendered":"2021 Kia Sportage: Affordable Excellence in a Compact SUV"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>One of the mainstays of the Kia brand has been the Sportage. This compact crossover SUV continues to be an excellent choice in its class.<\/strong><\/em><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The Sportage continues to be affordable, it gives you a wonderful warranty, and it\u2019s an efficient model, giving you the drive and qualities you want when you get behind the wheel. It\u2019s time for you to enjoy the Kia excellence of the Sportage.<\/p>\n<h2>Driving Right in this Kia<\/h2>\n<p>You can choose the power level you want and have the <a href=\"https:\/\/automarketwatch.com\/index.php\/2020\/09\/03\/2021-kia-sedona-a-smart-choice-for-your-family\/\"><strong>feeling you\u2019re looking for<\/strong><\/a> from behind the wheel. Regardless of the powertrain, the Kia Sportage offers the acceleration, drive, and qualities you want to enjoy when you\u2019re on the road. Feel the precision of the suspension and enjoy the steering system that responds immediately to your inputs.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Choose the Kia Sportage?<\/h2>\n<p>The Sportage is a capable SUV that comes at a price you can fit in your budget. The 2021 model now has a Nightfall Edition and a Nightfall Edition Premium for the S trim. You\u2019ll find plenty of great items to include in your Kia. Look around and see if this SUV has everything you want to enjoy when you get behind the wheel. The more you look, the better you\u2019ll feel about the Sportage.<\/p>\n<h2>Can You get Luxury Items at Mainstream Prices?<\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1955 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/automarketwatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kia-Sportage-interior-2021.png?resize=640%2C256&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Kia Sportage interior 2021\" width=\"640\" height=\"256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/automarketwatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kia-Sportage-interior-2021.png?resize=300%2C120&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/automarketwatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kia-Sportage-interior-2021.png?resize=768%2C307&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/automarketwatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kia-Sportage-interior-2021.png?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The answer to this question is \u201cyes\u201d when you\u2019re looking at the Kia Sportage. This SUV brings you high-end features including heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a 320-watt Harman\/Kardon audio system, a panoramic sunroof, and a power tailgate. These items make the Sportage feel much more upscale than what you might expect to find when you\u2019re looking at this brand.<\/p>\n<h2>Look Forward to Driving the Kia Sportage<\/h2>\n<p>The cabin area of the Sportage makes you want to keep on driving. The seats are comfortable and supportive, controls are logically placed, and the instrument panel is easy to read when it gets dark out. You\u2019ll have 30.7 cubic feet of storage room behind the rear seats which expands to 60.1 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded. This means you\u2019ve got the versatility you want when you <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carsdirect.com\/automotive-news\/2021-kia-sportage-to-gain-nightfall-edition-package\">drive the Sportage<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>This Kia Looks Right<\/h2>\n<p>The Kia Sportage brings you smooth surfaces and sharp edges that make this SUV one that you can easily admire when it\u2019s time to get out for a drive. The new Nightfall packages allow you to add more exterior aesthetics to give you the style you want to enjoy. Ride on a set of impressive 18-inch alloy wheels and enjoy the addition of a panoramic sunroof when you find the right build for your Sportage.<\/p>\n<h2>Standard Excellence in the Kia Sportage<\/h2>\n<p>The LX trim is the base model for the Sportage. You\u2019ll find cloth upholstery, air conditioning, driving modes which are Normal, Sport, and Eco, power windows and locks, a dual-level cargo floor, a 60\/40 split rear seat, an eight-inch infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, a USB port, a six-speaker\/160-watt audio system, forward-collision mitigation, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, and automatic high beams. This is a complete package and can be ideal if you\u2019re looking for the most affordable Sportage to drive.<\/p>\n<h2>Move Up for More Kia Excellence<\/h2>\n<p>Step up to the Kia Sportage S trim and you\u2019ll have the benefits of a leather-wrapped steering wheel, simulated leather upholstery, 18-inch alloy wheels, power-folding side mirrors, and roof rails. Every trim can be had with AWD to give you the added traction and control you want to enjoy. The EX trim can give you the benefits of a power driver\u2019s seat and heated front seats while the SX Turbo is the sportiest of the models you\u2019ll find.<\/p>\n<p>If you choose the SX Turbo model, you\u2019ll have a sport suspension, LED headlights and taillights, LED interior lighting, leather upholstery, a heated flat-bottom steering wheel, sporty stainless steel pedals, adaptive cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, along with a 320-watt Harman\/Kardon audio system.<\/p>\n<h2>Enjoy the Right Kia Sportage Today<\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019re looking for the ideal version of the Kia Sportage to drive and enjoy when you get behind the wheel. To find the right trim, you need to see your local Kia dealer today. 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