Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD

Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 260 up to 430 thousand 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 4WD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 174 km/h.

Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 58 litres or 15.32 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Kia real everyday fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100 km, which is 18% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia Sportage fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also three other Kia Sportage versions - with front wheel drive and manual gearbox (Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 MT), and with front wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 AT), and with automatic gearbox (Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD AT) available:
  • Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 MT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.7 seconds later (in 12 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 9.7 litres per 100 km
  • Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.9 seconds faster (in 10.4 seconds)
  • Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD AT
Kia Sportage 2.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Kia Sportage 2008

Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD technical data

Model: Kia Sportage 2.0 4WD
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: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 174 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.2 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.8 (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: 2140 kg

Kia Sportage 2008 2.0 4WD 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
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 4WD 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
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
Kia Sportage 2008 reviews
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