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Kia Sportage Diesel for 2007
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Kia Motors Australia previewed a diesel version of its Sportage compact
SUV at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney, ahead of a planned
introduction in mid-2007. The Sportage features a turbocharged 2-litre common rail injection diesel
which employs a Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) to deliver 103 kW @ 4,000 rpm
and 304 Nm @ 1,800-2,500 rpm. The diesel engine is mated to either a six-speed manual or a four-speed
Tiptronic-style automatic gearbox and the diesel Sportage returns 7.1
litres/100kms according to factory estimates. Pricing and specification have yet to be set for the diesel Sportage which
will is currently undergoing evaluation testing in Australia. The diesel Sportage builds on the 2.7-litre V6 Sportage, currently on sale
in Australia at a recommended retail price of $29,990 drive-away including a
free Trailrider accessory pack. The V6 Sportage boasts electronic 4WD; tiptronic-style auto transmission;
ABS brakes with Electronic Brake force Distribution; traction control;
air-conditioning; power steering and windows; remote central locking; power
mirrors; six-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system; front fog-lights; cruise control;
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