Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI
Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI is being produced from January, 2018. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 177 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 265 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 160 000 and 270 000 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 1.6 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.1 litres.
Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 202 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI reported by owners in daily driving mode is 8.3 litres per 100km.
Kia Sportage safety
During safety testing Kia Sportage has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Kia Sportage is evaluated with very good rate 87 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 86 from 100, for pedestrian protection Kia Sportage got 66 points from 100.
Kia Sportage safety equipment has been rated as good - 72 percents from 100.
- Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 9.2 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km
- Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI AT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 9.1 seconds), but users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 8.8 litres per 100 km
Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI technical data
| Model: | Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDI | ||
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| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2018. January | ||
| Engine: | 1591 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 177 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 265 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 202 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.49m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.65m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 172 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 503 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1492 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2170 kg | ||
Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI engine G4FJ
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 160,000 to 270,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 1591 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 150,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.1 litres (5.4 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 177 - 204 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
| Start of production (year) | 2011 |
| Duration of production | 13 years |
| Engine also used on | Kia Ceed Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Tucson Hyundai Elantra and 6 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Kia Sportage crossover [2018 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 GDI | 1.6 Petrol | 132 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI | 1.6 Petrol | 177 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI 4x4 | 1.6 Petrol | 177 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 T-GDI 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 177 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) | All wheel |
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Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 CRDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.6 Diesel | 115 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 CRDi | 1.6 Diesel | 136 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 CRDi 4x4 | 1.6 Diesel | 136 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2018 1.6 CRDi 4x4 | 1.6 Diesel | 136 HP | - | Automatic (7) | All wheel |
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Kia Sportage 2018 2.0 2WD
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2018 2.0 2WD | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
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Kia Sportage 2018 2.0 4WD
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2018 2.0 4WD | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2020 2.0 T-GDI 4x4 Jan 2020 — | 2.0 Petrol | 237 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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Kia Sportage 2020 2.0 T-GDI
Jan 2020 — Most powerfull petrol version (240 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 240 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
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Kia Sportage 2018 2.0 CRDi 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (185 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 185 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Kia Sportage 2018 2.0 CRDi 4WD
Most powerfull diesel version (185 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 185 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2020 2.4 GDI Jan 2020 — | 2.4 Petrol | 181 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Kia Sportage 2018 2.4 4WD | 2.4 Petrol | 184 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |