1996 Kia Sportage Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1996 Kia Sportage lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
Save 1 of 2 ![]() Sportage EX Sport Utility 4D  | Save 2 of 2 ![]() Sportage Sport Utility 4D  | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $1,598  | $1,947  | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 16/Hwy 20/Comb 18 MPG  | City 16/Hwy 20/Comb 18 MPG  | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas  | Gas  | ||
| Horsepower | 130 @ 5500 RPM  | 130 @ 5500 RPM  | ||
| Seating | 5 | 5 | ||
| Cargo Volume | 25.80 cu ft  | 25.80 cu ft  | ||
| Dimensions | 159.3" L x 68.1" W x 65" H  | 159.3" L x 68.1" W x 65" H  | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter  | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter  | ||
| Configurations | Inline  | Inline  | ||
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs  | 2,000 lbs  | 
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available  | Not available  | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard  | Standard  | 
| Cruise Control | Standard  | Optional  | ||
| Navigation System | Optional  | Optional  | 
| Cruise Control | Standard  | Optional  | 
| Torque | 127 @ 5500 RPM  | 127 @ 5500 RPM  | 
| Leather Seats | Optional  | Optional  | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional  | Optional  | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional  | Optional  | 
| Power Windows | Standard  | Standard  | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Optional  | Optional  | 
| Alloy Wheels | Standard  | Standard  | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional  | Optional  | ||
| Roof Rails | Optional  | Optional  | 
| Drivetrain | 4WD  | 4WD  | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual  | Automatic  | 
| Curb Weight | 3303 pounds  | 3303 pounds  | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 125.7 cubic feet  | 125.7 cubic feet  | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gallons  | 15.8 gallons  | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.6 inches  | 39.6 inches  | ||
| Front Leg Room | 44.5 inches  | 44.5 inches  | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.9 inches  | 7.9 inches  | ||
| Overall Length | 159.3 inches  | 159.3 inches  | ||
| Payload Capacity | 859 pounds  | 859 pounds  | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.4 inches  | 54.4 inches  | ||
| Turning Diameter | 34.8 feet  | 34.8 feet  | ||
| Wheel Base | 104.3 inches  | 104.3 inches  | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.1 inches  | 68.1 inches  | 
FAQs
Is the Kia Sportage a 4 or 6 cylinder?
All trim levels of the 1996 Sportage feature a 4 cylinder engine.
Does the 1996 Kia Sportage have a turbo?
No, the 1996 Sportage does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time.
What features does a 1996 Sportage have?
1996 Kia Sportage features include AM/FM Radio, and Child Door Locks.
How much horsepower does a 1996 Sportage have?
All 1996 Sportage trim variations have 130 horsepower.
Is the Kia Sportage underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. All 1996 Sportage trim variations have 130 horsepower.
Is the Kia Sportage fuel efficient?
All trim levels of the 1996 Sportage get 18 MPG, with 16 MPG in the city and 20 MPG on the highway.
All 1996 Kia Sportage Trims and Styles
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