2020 Kia Sportage

The 2020 Kia Sportage gets a technological update that brings better tech to the lower trims. An 8-in infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a driver condition monitor, lane-keeping assist and forward-collision mitigation are all now standard equipment on every 2020 Sportage. A new S trim was added, slotted between the base LX model and the mid-range EX. See the 2020 Kia Sportage models for sale near you

Kia has added to its reputation for value with some of the best exterior and interior designs available in popular brands. The 2020 Kia Sportage is a good-looking, well-performing compact crossover that measures up to the best in the class. The EX model, with its impressive equipment list and available AWD, represents the best balance of price, convenience and capability in the Sportage lineup. If you're looking for a replacement for your sedan or large SUV, you may find a good match here. Find a Kia Sportage for sale

The Sportage LX ($25,035, FWD; $26,535, AWD) is the base Sportage model. Standard features and equipment include 17-in alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, a rear spoiler, privacy glass, power-adjustable outside mirrors, a rear window wiper and defroster, cargo net hooks, a luggage under-tray, a dual-level cargo floor, cloth seats, a 60/40-split folding and reclining rear seat, front seatback pockets, a manually adjustable driver's seat, air conditioning with rear vents, power door locks, keyless remote entry, power windows, steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise control, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, a 160-watt stereo system with six speakers and an 8-in touchscreen, a 3.5-in thin-film-transistor LCD cluster, a Bluetooth phone and streaming audio, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB and auxiliary input jacks, 4-wheel disc brakes, selectable drive modes (Normal, Sport and Eco) and a rearview camera.

The Popular package ($1,595) is available for LX models. It includes a 10-way power adjustable driver's seat, heated front seats, roof rails, UV-reducing solar-control glass, dual-zone automatic climate control, a windshield wiper deicer, a rear-center armrest, cup holders and dual illuminated-visor vanity mirrors.

The Sportage S ($27,035, FWD; $28,735, AWD) is an all-new trim for 2020. It includes dark chrome trim with 18-in dark alloy wheels, fog lights, blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic collision warning, leatherette seats, a sporty flat-bottom steering wheel with paddle shifters, roof rails and power folding mirrors. It's worth noting that upgrading to AWD on the S trim is an upcharge of $1,700 which is unusual considering adding AWD costs $1,500 on every other Sportage trim.

The Sportage EX ($28,235, FWD; $29,735, AWD) includes all the S's standard features and adds or upgrades with 18-in alloy wheels, a gloss-black grille with chrome trim, a smart power liftgate, solar glass, a windshield wiper deicer, dual illuminated-visor vanity mirrors, heated front seats, a 10-way power adjustable driver's seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, dual-zone automatic climate control, smart key and push-button start and an additional USB port for the back seat.

An EX Technology package ($4,500) can be added to EX models with the Premium package. This includes leather seats, a panoramic sunroof with power sunshade, a heated steering wheel, wireless charging, adaptive cruise control, 8-in touchscreen navigation and SiriusXM, a 320-watt Harman Kardon 8-speaker premium sound system, ventilated front seats, an 8-way power front passenger seat, front and rear parking-assist sensors, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink and compass, and a compact spare tire.

The Sportage SX Turbo ($34,535, FWD; $36,035, AWD) comes with all the EX's standard features and adds or upgrades to 19-in alloy wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, a compact spare tire, a panoramic sunroof with a power sunshade, bi-xenon headlights with dynamic bending light, LED fog lamps, LED taillights, a dual exhaust, power-folding outside mirrors with LED turn signals, metal-finished front and rear skid plates, metal sport pedals, metal door-scuff plates, LED interior lighting, ventilated front seats, a power adjustable front passenger seat, a heated flat-bottom steering wheel, paddle shifters, dashboard stitching, an electronic parking brake with auto-hold function, a black headliner, black high-gloss interior inserts, an 8-in touchscreen with navigation, a 4.2-in color thin-film-transistor LCD cluster, wireless charging, adaptive cruise control and front and rear parking-assist sensors. The biggest upgrade is the 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four engine making 240 hp (237 hp with AWD) and 260 lb-ft of torque delivering exciting performance.