The first round: Kia Sportage – born to be soft – Tests – Auto

The popular Kia Sportage SUV becomes a soft hybrid. Rejuvenation as part of the generation also brought a new diesel engine and a particulate filter for a gasoline aggregate. All in the name of the most severe Euro 6d Temp.

Kia introduced the fourth generation of Sportage only in September
2015. In 2016, the Korean car manufacturer sold to the global scale 515 thousand units
of this model. Less than two years ago, we have a facelift on the table. restored
The model was to be tested in the streets of Frankfurt am Main

It is not so fast because of its aging design. The reasons are tightening
emission limits. That's why most of the news was just under the hood of the model.

They may be the new front lights and the integration of LED daylight. sure
the new LED daytime running lights come on at four points located in the corners
the square of the headlamp. A similar solution is used
Porsche. The front bumper with the mask has passed the cosmetic changes
cooler. Attentive around, he noticed sophisticated backlight graphics
with the rear bumper. Color and discs are also renewed

Similar cosmetic treatments have been done on the inside. However,
that the interior after a new effect is more valuable. Kia changed several drivers
ventilation and steering wheel. The models we could test were
equipped with a leather interior, contrast stitching and quality
plastics. A new 8 inch "frameless" screen has been added on board
restored information and entertainment system. Wireless is also available
charging for mobile phones

Hybrid Skoro

A light hybrid version has been added to the offer. This is an intermediate step
between hybrid and standard reader. The main role in the games of the motor space
2.0 liter four-cylinder petrol with a power of 185 hp. The vehicle is used
48 volt electrical system, which includes a battery with capacity
0.44 kWh in the luggage compartment

Instead of a conventional starter, it is part of the drive system
starter – MHSG (soft hybrid starter-generator). It is
connected to the crankshaft, which makes it passable
between the state where the motor assists and when it stores the energy. This adds to the system
power of the plant of 12 kW (16,32 hp). By going to
Crossover system can stop the combustion engine at speed
30 km / h

From 0 to 100 km / h, Sportage accelerates this power
9.5 seconds. But behind the wheel, it seemed heavier than versions with other
engines. With a 6-speed automatic transmission weighing the same
Sportage 1,672 kg. The benefits of nearly hybrid devices come from
especially when driving, when electrical energy comes into play.

The diesel engine thanks to the starter-generator moves a lot
faster than the normal starter. We had not yet consumption
possibility to check in detail. we can pretend that this is not possible
the most economical model of the offer. We expected the hybrid effect to be

New Engine

We had a better feeling of the new 1.6 liter quattro diesel
CRDi, replacing an old 1.7 liter unit. Kia grants
for 115 and 136 horses. The new aggregate injects into the exhaust pipe
AdBlue. As a result, the drive unit could be breathtaking. and

From 0 to 100 km / h, the acceleration takes 11.5 seconds, but the engine elasticity is
at a very good level. More Sportage with this engine and only drive
the front axle weighs 4 kg over 1.5 ton

132 horsepower four-cylinder engine
try. There was a crowded version of 177 horses.
The aggregate had a particulate filter in the exhaust. It remains
the most fuel-efficient power unit on offer. You will particularly enjoy sports
based drivers. Probably still remains the version that will be

Conclusion

We do not yet know the prices of the restored Sportage. But we can
to appreciate this, especially because of the changes of lights, the car is more interesting
and more fresh. The interior has also gone up the ladder. In case
mild-hybrid remains a matter of consumption, which we get after a brief acquaintance
did not seem the lowest. We are surprised by the 1.6-liter diesel engine,
which is lively and economical at first sight.

Sportage still decides to talk about European SUV sales. If it was not
need to adapt to tighter emission standards, perhaps
the facelift came later. Now, we just have to wait

Dimensions (mm) 4,485 Width (mm) 1,855 Wheel Bearing (mm) 2,670 Case Size (l) 467 – 503 – 1 469/62 (55 mild-hybrid)