When you’re contemplating a sport utility vehicle, deciding which one fits your lifestyle can be a challenge. Kia makes it easy with their lineup of SUVs that look good, feel great, and perform with precision wherever the road may take you.
Kia Niro
The Niro offers several trim levels. These include the FE, LX, EX, S Touring, and Touring. You’ll stay well-connected with technology that includes Apple CarPlay connectivity, hands-free calling and texting, navigation, wireless charging, and Siri voice control. Android Auto allows you to easily send a text or make a call using voice command, access Google Maps, and tap into a variety of apps. You can also conveniently charge your smartphone while tuned in to the Harman/Kardon Premium Sound System without missing a beat.
Drivers are assisted with an array of available convenience features, such as a tilt and telescopic steering column, smart key with push-button start and immobilizer, steering-wheel-mounted cruise control, hands-free phone and audio buttons, and a rear-camera display.
Safety features to assist in a safer drive are plentiful. Available technology includes lane change and lane-keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitor, and front and rear parking-assist systems.
Kia Sportage
LX, S, EX, and SX Turbo are the trims available for the Sportage in either all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. The SUV comes with two engine options supported with a six-speed automatic transmission overdrive with Sportmatic. The LX, S, and EX are fitted with a 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine, producing 181 horsepower at 6,000 revolutions per minute (rpm) for the front-wheel and all-wheel models. The SX Turbo is fitted with a 2.0 turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine, producing 240 horsepower for the front-wheel drive and 237 horsepower at 6,000 rpm for the all-wheel drive.
The SUV provides a solid ride with smooth handling supported by steel unibody construction and equipped with power steering, MacPherson front strut suspension, rear independent multi-link high-performance dampers, and gas shock absorbers.
The towing capacity is 2,000 pounds with trailer brakes and 1,653 pounds without trailer brakes. For fuel performance, the Sportage is competitive with 22 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and a combined rating of 23 mpg for the LX, S, and EX, and 19 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined for the SX Turbo.
Kia Telluride
The Telluride is the complete SUV built for fun and adventure with a focus on performance, power, signature Kia technology, and exceptional maneuverability and handling.
The Telluride is fitted with a 3.8-liter Lambda DOHC 24-valve V-6 engine and eight-speed transmission for plenty of power. The spacious SUV has seven-passenger seating with second-row captain’s chairs, ventilated seats, and leather trim. Exterior enhancements include roof rails and a power sunroof.
For on-the-road travel, the Telluride is equipped with plenty of safety features such as a rollover sensor, anti-lock braking system, hill-start assist, electronic stability control, and vehicle stability management. If you are bringing your toys, this SUV has a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.
Passengers ride safer with dual front advanced airbags, dual front seat-mounted side airbags, three-point seat belts, and the LATCH system for children.
To get a feel for the power and performance each Kia SUV provides, schedule a test drive to experience the drive and find one that blends seamlessly with your lifestyle.
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