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Kia Sportage NB

1993 – 2006

The Kia Sportage is a popular series of automobiles by the South Korean manufacturer Kia, produced since 1993 across five generations. The second generation marked a shift from a compact SUV on a body-on-frame chassis to a car-based platform, placing it in the compact crossover SUV class alongside the Hyundai Tucson. The latest fifth-generation model, introduced in 2021, offers two sizes with varying wheelbase lengths tailored for different markets. Key Points: 1. History: The Kia Sportage has been in production since 1993 and has evolved through five generations. 2. Platform Shift: The second-generation model moved from a compact SUV with a body-on-frame chassis to a car-based platform. 3. Market Positioning: The Sportage competes in the compact crossover SUV class and shares a platform with the Hyundai Tucson. 4. Global Success: Since 2016, the Sportage has been the best-selling Kia model worldwide, surpassing the Rio. 5. Production Milestone: In 2018, the Kia Sportage achieved the impressive milestone of 5 million units produced. Overall, the Kia Sportage has established itself as a successful and versatile model for Kia, appealing to a wide range of customers globally. Its evolution over the years reflects the changing trends in the automotive industry, with a focus on adaptability and market competitiveness.

5 versions of the Kia Sportage NB

Version	Years	Engine	Power	Torque	0 to 100	Gearbox	Drive	Body
Kia Sportage NB MRDi AT AWD	1993 to 2006	Inline-four	95 kW (128 hp)	175 Nm	15.6s	Auto	AWD	CROSSOVER
Kia Sportage NB MRDi MT AWD	1993 to 2006	Inline-four	95 kW (128 hp)	175 Nm	14.7s	Manual	AWD	CROSSOVER
Kia Sportage NB MRi	1993 to 2006	Inline-four	71 kW (95 hp)	157 Nm	18.4s	Manual	FWD	CROSSOVER
Kia Sportage NB MRi AT AWD	1993 to 2006	Inline-four	71 kW (95 hp)	157 Nm	—	Auto	AWD	CROSSOVER
Kia Sportage NB MRi MT AWD	1993 to 2006	Inline-four	71 kW (95 hp)	157 Nm	18.4s	Manual	AWD	CROSSOVER