Kia Sportage 2008 2.0
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 142 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 184 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 260 000 and 430 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
Relatively reliable engine with a large resource. Can have inherent vibrations and is noisier ...
This Kia Sportage 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 160 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100km (12.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Kia Sportage 2008 - 2010 versions, fuel consumption in city - 10.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 58 litres or 15.32 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Kia real everyday fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100 km, which is 21% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia Sportage fuel consumption.
- Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.6 seconds faster (in 10.4 seconds)
- Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.7 seconds faster (in 11.3 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 8.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 9.7 litres per 100 km
- Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD AT

Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 technical data
Model: | Kia Sportage 2.0 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2008. January ... 2010. January | ||
Engine: | 1975 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 142 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 184 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 160 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.0 (combined) 10.4 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.7 l/100km (24.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 58 litres (15.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.35m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.70m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 196 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 667 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2050 kg |
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 engine G4GC
Engine reliability and common problems:
Relatively reliable engine with a large resource. Can have inherent vibrations and is noisier than a typical petrol engine. Spare parts widely available. May have problems with ignition system and temperature sensor.Overall, this engine can last around 260,000 to 430,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement | 1975 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 93.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.1 : 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. More service info |
Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
Fuel system | Injection |
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) More service info |
Power | 136 - 143 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 - 186 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Kia Ceed Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Tucson Hyundai Elantra and 4 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 [2008 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Kia Sportage 2008 2.0
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 142 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.4 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 142 HP | - | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD | 2.0 Petrol | 142 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD | 2.0 Petrol | 142 HP | - | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 CRDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 CRDi | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Kia Sportage 2008 2.7 4WD
Most powerfull petrol version (175 HP) |
2.7 Petrol | 175 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |