Kia Sportage IV
Produced from 2016–2022, the Kia Sportage IV (QL) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 petrol, spanning 132 to 240 hp. The quickest version, the 2.0 T-GDI AWD, covers 0–100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. For fuel costs, the 1.6 GDI leads the range at 35 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4480 × 1855 × 1645 mm on a 2670 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Kia Sportage IV (QL) was manufactured from 2016 – 2022 (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 model years) as a suv. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 132 to 240 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 35.0 MPG combined (1.6 GDI).
Power range
132–240 hp
Quickest 0–100
7.5 s
Best combined
35 MPG
Length
4.48 m
01Decision support
Which Sportage IV suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.6 GDI
35.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 34% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Sportage IV.
Performance · quickest
2.0 T-GDI AWD
0–100 km/h in 7.5s · 240 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.6 GDIPetrol | 2.0 T-GDI AWDPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | Gamma II | Theta II |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.6L (1,591 cc) | 2.0L (1,998 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 132 hp / 98 kW | 240 hp / 179 kW |
| Torque | 161 Nm / 119 lb-ft | 353 Nm / 260 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 11.1 s | 7.5 s |
| Top speed | 182 km/h (113 mph) | 229 km/h (142 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 31 MPG (7.6 L/100km) | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100km) |
| Highway | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) |
| Combined | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 158 g/km | 200 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,435 kg (3,164 lbs) | 1,665 kg (3,671 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2016–2022 | 2016–2022 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,480 mm
176.4 in
Width
1,855 mm
73.0 in
Height
1,645 mm
64.8 in
Wheelbase
2,670 mm
105.1 in
Curb weight spans 1,435–1,665 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Sportage IV: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Kia Sportage IV (QL)?
The Kia Sportage IV (QL) lineup offers 2 petrol: 1.6 GDI (132 hp), 2.0 T-GDI AWD (240 hp).
How quick is the Kia Sportage IV (QL) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.0 T-GDI AWD, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.5s, reaching a top speed of 229 km/h (142 mph) with the 2.0 T-GDI AWD.
What is the most fuel-efficient Kia Sportage IV (QL) trim?
The 1.6 GDI delivers the highest fuel economy at 35.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 23–35 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Kia Sportage IV (QL)?
The Kia Sportage IV (QL) was produced from 2016 – 2022, spanning the following model years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Kia Sportage IV (QL)?
4480 mm long, 1855 mm wide, 1645 mm tall on a 2670 mm wheelbase (176.4 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Kia SportageCertification data, 2016–2022
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2016 Kia Sportage, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Kia official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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