Kia’s Sportage SUV, which shares architecture with Hyundai’s Tucson and, size-wise, bridges the gap between compact and medium wagons, starts at $29,490 for the S front-wheel drive six-speed manual. This model is powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine with a modest 114kW of power and an even more modest 192Nm of torque. S six-speed auto is $31,490.
The base drivetrain is also offered in SX at $31,590 ($33,590 auto)