The 2022 Kia Sportage is the Korean automaker’s entry aimed at the heart of the highly competitive small SUV market. What it has going for it is a high level of standard equipment, plus a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
The Sportage comes standard with a 2.4-liter inline-4 cylinder engine. Making 181 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque, it is more than capable for the average owner’s daily tasks and excursions. The range-topping Sportage SX Turbo includes a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 that produces 240 horsepower (237 hp with AWD) and 260 lb-ft of torque. It uses more fuel than the 2.4-liter engine but delivers higher performance and a more engaging driving experience.
Both engines match up to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, while all-wheel drive costs an extra $1,500. The maximum towing capacity of the Sportage, regardless of engine, is 2,000 pounds.
In basic LX trim, the 2022 Sportage begins with front-wheel drive, the 2.4-liter engine, 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, air conditioning, LED daytime running lights, manually adjustable front seats, and 60/40 split/fold/recline rear seats. Also standard are an 8-inch infotainment touch-screen display, Bluetooth, USB port, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration, and a 160-watt/6-speaker audio setup.
Driver aids include forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, automatic high beams, driver-attention monitoring, and lane-keeping assistance.
Four Kia Sportage Trim Levels
The 2022 Kia Sportage is available in four trim levels: base LX, Nightfall Edition, EX, and range-topping SX Turbo.
Pricing starts at $24,090 for the base Kia Sportage LX and tops out at $33,750 for the Kia Sportage SX Turbo. All-wheel drive is available on all trim levels for an additional $1,500 on all models except for the Nightfall Edition, which is $1,700. Destination charge is $1,175.
While we appreciate the looks of the Nightfall Edition, the 2022 Kia Sportage SX Turbo is our choice largely on the brand’s affordable pricing. It’s the all-in model with every feature available on the Sportage, including the more powerful turbo powerplant. The only thing we could think of adding would be the AWD system (+$1,500) — an especially good choice if you live in a cold-weather region.
Which 2022 Kia Sportage Model is Right for Me?
2022 Kia Sportage LX: $24,090
- Intermittent wipers
- Power adjustable rearview mirrors
- Rear camera display
- Remote keyless entry
- Tilt steering wheel with controls
2022 Kia Sportage Nightfall Edition: $28,090
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Power sunroof
- Multi-adjustable driver’s seat
- Tachometer
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
2022 Kia Sportage EX: $29,890
- Fog Lamps
- Windshield de-icer
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone climate control
2022 Sportage SX Turbo: $33,750
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Heated exterior mirrors
- Multi-adjustable driver and passenger seat
- Satellite radio and 8-speaker audio system
- Navigation
- Leather upholstery
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