Kia->ke41 UK has just added a new top of the line version to its Sportage->ke1332 line-up. The new Sportage KX-4 features a higher output turbodiesel engine alongside the most luxurious level of specification. The model is on sale starting July 2nd, 2012 at a price of £27,195 (about $43,000 at the current exchange rates).

The new KX-4 is powered by a 2.0-litre CRDi "R" engine that delivers a total of 181 HP at 4,000 rpm and 282 lbs-ft of torque delivered from just 1,800rpm to 2,500rpm. When mated to a six-speed manual transmission, the new Sportage KX-4 will sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 9.4 seconds and up to a top speed of 120 mph (121 mph when equipped with an automatic gearbox).

The list of standard equipments is quite impressive and includes: a full leather upholstery, 18" alloy wheels, privacy glass, seven-inch touchscreen satellite navigation system with EU mapping, Xenon lights, automatic lights and wipers, panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, heated front and rear seats, cruise control, iPod connectivity, colour reversing camera and a seven-speaker stereo complete with external amplifier and sub-woofer.

2012 Kia Sportage KX-4

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