2017 Kia Sportage SX: A Premium-Class Mainstream Crossover

Highlight: Later this year, this will become the first Kia to offer Android Auto, Apple Car Play, 14 telematic services and 8 GB of music storage, all free of charge.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $33,395 (base model $23,885)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; electronic stability control system; traction control; hill start assist control system; and a tire pressure monitoring system; automatic headlights; rearview camera; and a tire mobility kit

Standard Equipment (Base Model): 17-inch wheels; air condition; a tilt/telescopic steering wheel; cloth seats; manually operated front seats; cargo net hooks; steering wheel mounted audio controls; rear privacy glass; a 5-inch infotainment screen; and electric power steering 

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