2012 Kia Sportage
2012 Kia Sportage Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$18,500 - $28,400
Original MSRP:
$18,135 - $26,495
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2012 Kia Sportage Review
The 2012 Kia Sportage is a 4-door, 5-passenger new SUV that
has been carried over from 2011. The 2012 Kia Sportage is available in four different models starting at the Base and extending to the SX.
The 2012 Kia Sportage Base has a standard 1.6-liter, I4, 122hp engine and a 5-speed manual transmission while the 2012 Kia Sportage
Sport has a 2.0 liter, I4, 142hp engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 2012 Kia Sportage carries a 60,000/60 basic warranty
and is a new car over 30 MPG that averages over 20 MPG city and 32 mpg highway.
The 2012 Sportage Sport comes with all of the following as standard: full power accessories, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, traction/stability control, front power outlet, engine start/stop button, CD player, Bluetooth® wireless access, USB port, MP3 player, automatic headlights with auto off, halogen headlights, fog lights, front air dam, rear spoiler, air conditioning, cruise control, outside temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, trip computer, delayed courtesy lighting, leather steering wheel, keyless entry, remote fuel door, cloth seating, front bucket seats, second row floor mats, tilt steering column, seatback storage, armrest storage, cup holders, alloy wheels, tire detail, privacy glass, power/folding and heated exterior mirrors, rear wiper and a rear defroster. *Not all of the above features may come as standard on the 2012 Kia Sportage models.
Some optional upgrades for the 2012 Kia Models include a power sunroof, a cargo area cover, a Premium Package a remote ignition and wheel locks.
The 2012 Kia Sportage is a new car under $20,000 with an affordable starting price of $18,500.
The 2012 Sportage Sport comes with all of the following as standard: full power accessories, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, traction/stability control, front power outlet, engine start/stop button, CD player, Bluetooth® wireless access, USB port, MP3 player, automatic headlights with auto off, halogen headlights, fog lights, front air dam, rear spoiler, air conditioning, cruise control, outside temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, trip computer, delayed courtesy lighting, leather steering wheel, keyless entry, remote fuel door, cloth seating, front bucket seats, second row floor mats, tilt steering column, seatback storage, armrest storage, cup holders, alloy wheels, tire detail, privacy glass, power/folding and heated exterior mirrors, rear wiper and a rear defroster. *Not all of the above features may come as standard on the 2012 Kia Sportage models.
Some optional upgrades for the 2012 Kia Models include a power sunroof, a cargo area cover, a Premium Package a remote ignition and wheel locks.
The 2012 Kia Sportage is a new car under $20,000 with an affordable starting price of $18,500.
Warranty Information
| Basic: | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 23V652000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | September 25, 2023 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Number of Units Affected | 1,730,192 |
| Summary | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. |
| Consequence | An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
2012 Kia Sportage Models & Prices
2012 Kia Sportage Base
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2WD 4dr Base | $18,500 | $18,135 | $296 / Month* | |
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2012 Kia Sportage LX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2WD 4dr LX | $20,800 | $20,095 | $328 / Month* | |
| AWD 4dr LX | $22,300 | $21,545 | $351 / Month* | |
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2012 Kia Sportage EX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2WD 4dr EX | $23,900 | $22,440 | $366 / Month* | |
| AWD 4dr EX | $25,400 | $23,850 | $389 / Month* | |
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2012 Kia Sportage SX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 2WD 4dr SX | $26,900 | $25,095 | $409 / Month* | |
| AWD 4dr SX | $28,400 | $26,495 | $432 / Month* | |
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2012 Kia Sportage Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16" alloy wheels | • | |||
| 17" alloy wheels | • | |||
| 18" alloy wheels | • | • | ||
| Body-color bumpers | • | • | • | • |
| Body-color door handles | • | • | ||
| Body-color pwr mirrors | • | |||
| Body-color pwr mirrors w/integrated LED turn signals | • | • | • | |
| Body-side molding w/fender flares | • | • | • | • |
| Chrome door handles | • | • | ||
| Fog lamps | • | • | ||
| LED daytime running lamps | • | • | ||
| P215/70R16 all-season tires | • | |||
| P225/60R17 all-season tires | • | |||
| P235/55R18 all-season tires | • | • | ||
| Projection headlamps | • | • | • | • |
| Rear privacy glass | • | • | • | |
| Rear spoiler | • | • | ||
| Roof rails | • | • | ||
| Side sill moldings | • | |||
| Solar glass | • | • | • | |
| Temporary spare tire w/steel wheel | • | • | • | • |
| Tinted glass | • | |||
| Unique SX grille | • | |||
| Variable intermittent front windshield wipers | • | • | • | • |
| Variable intermittent rear wiper | • | • | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12V pwr outlets -inc: (2) front/(1) rear | • | • | • | • |
| 60/40 split-folding rear seat w/armrest -inc: adjustable headrests | • | • | • | • |
| Aluminum scuff plates | • | |||
| Cargo lamp | • | • | • | • |
| Center console w/armrest | • | • | • | • |
| Cruise control | • | • | • | • |
| Door scuff plates | • | • | • | |
| Dual covered illuminated visor vanity mirrors w/visor extensions | • | • | ||
| Dual visor vanity mirrors | • | • | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | • | • | ||
| EcoMinder indicator | • | • | • | • |
| Front cloth bucket seats -inc: adjustable headrests, 8-way manual seat adjusters | • | • | ||
| Front cloth bucket seats -inc: adjustable headrests, 8-way pwr driver seat adjuster, manual passenger seat adjuster, dual pwr lumbar | • | |||
| Front leather bucket seats -inc: -inc: adjustable headrests, 8-way pwr driver seat adjuster, manual passenger seat adjuster, dual pwr lumbar | • | |||
| Front/rear cupholders -inc: front/rear bottle holders | • | • | • | • |
| Front/rear floor mats | • | • | ||
| Leather-wrapped shift knob | • | • | ||
| Leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic multifunction steering wheel -inc: audio controls, cruise controls, Bluetooth controls | • | • | ||
| Lockable illuminated cooled glove box | • | |||
| Lockable illuminated glove box | • | • | • | |
| Manual air conditioning | • | • | ||
| Metal-grain interior accents | • | • | • | • |
| Overhead console -inc: sunglass holder, map lights | • | • | • | • |
| Push-button start w/smart key | • | |||
| Pwr door locks | • | • | • | • |
| Pwr windows w/driver one-touch down -inc: driver auto-up w/safety control | • | |||
| Pwr windows w/driver one-touch down -inc: driver safety control | • | • | • | |
| Rear window defroster | • | • | • | • |
| Remote keyless entry w/panic, alarm -inc: escort lighting | • | • | • | |
| Supervision gauge cluster | • | |||
| Tilt multifunction steering wheel -inc: audio controls, cruise controls, Bluetooth controls | • | • | ||
| Trip computer | • | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L T-GDI I4 engine | • | |||
| 2.4L DOHC 16-valve I4 engine | • | • | • | |
| 6-speed automatic transmission w/Sportmatic | • | • | • | |
| 6-speed manual transmission | • | |||
| All wheel drive | • | • | • | |
| Chrome grille | • | • | • | |
| Dual exhaust | • | |||
| Front wheel drive | • | • | • | • |
| Front/rear stabilizer bars | • | • | • | • |
| Gas shock absorbers | • | • | • | • |
| High performance dampers | • | • | ||
| Independent MacPherson strut front suspension w/coil springs | • | • | • | • |
| Independent multi-link rear suspension w/coil springs | • | • | • | • |
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | • | • | • | • |
| Towing hook | • | • | • | • |
| Ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes | • | • | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system | • | • | • | • |
| Backup camera | • | • | ||
| Brake assist | • | • | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger airbags -inc: passenger occupancy sensor | • | • | • | • |
| Electronic stability control w/defeat switch & traction control | • | • | • | • |
| Front height-adjustable 3-point seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters | • | • | • | • |
| Front seat-mounted side airbags | • | • | • | • |
| Full-length side curtain airbags -inc: rollover sensor | • | • | • | • |
| Hill assist control w/downhill brake control | • | • | • | • |
| Lower anchors & tether for children (LATCH) | • | • | • | • |
| Rear 3-point seat belts | • | • | • | • |
| Rear child safety door locks | • | • | • | • |
| Side impact protection | • | • | • | • |
| Tire pressure monitoring system | • | • | • | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: auxiliary input jack, USB port, (6) speakers | • | • | • | • |
| Bluetooth connectivity | • | • | • | • |
| Premium audio system -inc: Bristol audio, HD Radio, amp, subwoofer | • | • | ||
| Roof mounted antenna | • | • | • | • |
| Satellite radio | • | • | • | • |
| UVO infotainment system | • | • |
2012 Kia Sportage Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: rear parking assist, telescopic steering wheel function, roof rails, rear spoiler, dual heated mirrors, carpeted floor mats, cargo cover, sunvisor extenders, illuminated visor vanity mirrors, cooling glove box | • | |||
| EX PREMIUM PKG -inc: leather seat trim, dual heated front seats, cooled driver seat, push-button start w/start key, panoramic sunroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror, HomeLink universal garage door opener, heated mirrors, rear cargo cover, supervision gauge cluster | • | |||
| NAVIGATION PKG -inc: premium audio, backup camera, SIRIUS traffic (REQ: CKG Convenience Pkg) | • | |||
| NAVIGATION PKG -inc: SIRIUS traffic (REQ: PKL Premium Pkg) *Deletes UVO infotainment system* | • | |||
| NAVIGATION PKG -inc: SIRIUS traffic (REQ: PKS Premium Pkg)` *Deletes UVO infotainment system* | • | |||
| SX PREMIUM PKG -inc: dual heated front seats, cooled driver seat, push-button start w/smart key, panoramic sunroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror, HomeLink universal garage door opener, heated mirrors, rear cargo cover | • |
PAINT Options
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
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| BLACK CHERRY | • | • | • | • |
| BRIGHT SILVER | • | • | • | • |
| CLEAR WHITE | • | • | ||
| MINERAL SILVER | • | • | • | • |
| SAND TRACK | • | • | ||
| SIGNAL RED | • | • | • | |
| TWILIGHT BLUE | • | • | • |
PAINT SCHEME Options
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
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| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
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| ** VARIOUS ADDITIONAL PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA-SEE YOUR AREA DEALER FOR A COMPLETE LIST ** | • | • | • | • |
| ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS | • | • | • | • |
| AUTO-DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR W/HOMELINK, COMPASS | • | |||
| AUTO-DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR W/HOMELINK, COMPASS (N/A w/PKL Premium Pkg) | • | |||
| AUTO-DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR W/HOMELINK, COMPASS (N/A w/PKS Premium Pkg) | • | |||
| CARGO COVER | • | • | • | • |
| CARGO MAT | • | • | • | • |
| CARGO NET | • | • | • | • |
| CARGO TRAY | • | • | • | • |
| CARPETED FLOOR MATS | • | • | ||
| INTERIOR LIGHT KIT | • | • | • | |
| REMOTE START (N/A w/PKL Premium Pkg) *Late Availability* | • | |||
| REMOTE START *Late Availability* | • | |||
| TOW HITCH | • | • | ||
| WHEEL LOCKS | • | • | • | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
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| ALPINE GRAY, SEAT TRIM | • | • | ||
| BLACK, SEAT TRIM | • | • | • | • |
2012 Kia Sportage Technical Specifications
Brakes
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.0 x - TBD - | 11.0 x - TBD - | 11.0 x - TBD - | 11.8 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.3 x - TBD - | 10.3 x - TBD - | 10.3 x - TBD - | 10.3 x - TBD - |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
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| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) | 54.6 | 54.6 | 54.6 | 54.6 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) | 26.1 | 26.1 | 26.1 | 26.1 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) |
Engine
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.4L/144 | 2.4L/144 | 2.4L/144 | 2.0L/122 |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Turbocharged Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 176 @ 6000 | 176 @ 6000 | 176 @ 6000 | 260 @ 6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 168 @ 4000 | 168 @ 4000 | 168 @ 4000 | 269 @ 1850-3000 |
Exterior Dimensions
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 64.4 | 64.4 | 64.4 | 64.4 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 174.8 | 174.8 | 174.8 | 175.2 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 6.8 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 103.9 | 103.9 | 103.9 | 103.9 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 |
Fuel Tank
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 |
Steering
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.96 | 2.96 | 2.96 | 2.96 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 34.7 | 34.7 | 34.7 | 34.7 |
Suspension
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
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| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link | Multi-Link | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
Tires
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P215/70R16 | P225/60R17 | P235/55R18 | P235/55R18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P215/70R16 | P225/60R17 | P235/55R18 | P235/55R18 |
Transmission
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Trans Type | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Vehicle
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 39.1 | 39.1 | 39.1 | 39.1 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 56.7 | 56.7 | 56.7 | 56.7 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 | 100.0 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 38.5 | 38.5 | 38.5 | 38.5 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 37.9 | 37.9 | 37.9 | 37.9 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 55.1 | 55.1 | 55.1 | 55.1 |
Weight Information
| Base | LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3157 | 3186 | 3186 | 3311 |
2012 Kia Sportage Safety Features
Safety Features
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system |
| Brake assist |
| Electronic stability control w/defeat switch & traction control |
| Hill assist control w/downhill brake control |
| Side impact protection |
| Driver & front passenger airbags -inc: passenger occupancy sensor |
| Front seat-mounted side airbags |
| Full-length side curtain airbags -inc: rollover sensor |
| Front height-adjustable 3-point seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters |
| Rear 3-point seat belts |
| Rear child safety door locks |
| Lower anchors & tether for children (LATCH) |
| Tire pressure monitoring system |
| Backup camera |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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