
The SL series Kia Sportage was released in April 2010 to Asian and European markets, followed by the North and Central American markets in August 2010 for model year 2011. Australian models were released in October 2010. It currently uses a 2.0-liter Hyundai R diesel engine with 184 hp (137 kW). Also, a 2.0-liter Theta T-GDI gasoline engine was available.
Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)
Fourth generation QL (2016–present)Speed sensing door lock system (Manual transaxle, if equipped)
All doors will automatically lock after the vehicle speed exceeds about
15 km (9 mph).
All doors will automatically unlock when the engine is shut off and the
ignition key is removed.
An ...
Manual transaxle operation
The manual transaxle has 6 forward gears.
This shift pattern is imprinted on the shift knob. The transaxle is fully synchronized
in all forward gears so shifting to either a higher or a lower gea ...