Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC

Kia Sportage 1994 2.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC has been produced from October, 1994 to August, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 95 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 157 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 210 up to 360 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Kia Sportage 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.1 litres.

Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 18.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 160 km/h.

Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC fuel consumption is 12.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 460 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 620 kilometers on highway.

Kia Sportage 1994

Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC technical data

Model: Kia Sportage 2.0i SOHC
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1994. October ... 1999. August 
Engine: 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 287 g/km
Power: 95 HP ON 5000 RPM Torque: 157 NM ON 2500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 160 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 18.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.7 (combined) 15.8 (urban) 9.5 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.34m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.70m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Trunk capacity: 347 litres
Trunk max capacity: 640 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1928 kg

Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC engine FEE

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1998 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 86 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 8.6 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.1 litres (4.3 quarts)
Power 95 HP ON 5000 RPM
Torque 157 NM ON 2500 RPM
Start of production (year) 1994
Duration of production 9 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1997 onwards.

All Kia Sportage crossover [1994 - 1999] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i SOHC 4x4 2.0 Petrol 95 HP 12.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Sportage 1994 2.0i 16V DOHC 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 14.7 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 128 HP 11.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Sportage 1996 2.0i 16V DOHC 4x4 Jun 1996 — Aug 1999

Most powerfull petrol version (128 HP)

2.0 Petrol 128 HP 12.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Kia Sportage 1997 2.0 TD 4x4 Jun 1997 — Aug 1999

Most powerfull diesel version (83 HP)

2.0 Diesel 83 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Sportage 1997 2.0 TD 4x4 Jan 1997 — Aug 1999

Most powerfull diesel version (83 HP)

2.0 Diesel 83 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (4)
Kia Sportage 1997 2.2 D 4x4 Jan 1997 — Aug 1999

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.2 Diesel 63 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Kia Sportage 1994 reviews
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