Kia Dealer: Gurnee Drivers Excited About 2011 Kia Sportage Upgrades

Who knew? Well, probably lots of people knew, but its still hard to believe that the Kia Sportage is as old as its youngest drivers

. Yes, the Sportage has been around for 16 years longer than any other Kia sold in the United States, and even though its a classic Kia has given it a makeover.

If youre a big Sportage fan, dont get mad get excited. This is a good thing for the Sportage and your Kia dealer in Gurnee is proud of the 2011 model. The 2011 Kia Sportage is still that same compact crossover owners fell in love with, featuring front-wheel drive, and it can be had for under $25,000.

The difference in the 2011 Sportage is that its actually fashionable. Arriving this month, it will feature a navigation system with real-time traffic and keyless ignition. It also will come with UVO, Kias Sync-inspired Microsoft-run voice control interface. And if youre patient, you may want to hold out until January 2011 for the 270-horsepower Sportage SX, which uses the turbocharged direct-injected 2.0-liter engine found in the 2011 Kia Optima. Customers of Antioch used cars may want to hold out for this one.

The 2011 Sportage also is 170 pounds lighter than its predecessor and this is due to the use of lightweight materials like high-tensile steel in the body. The Sportage can reach 60 mph in about nine seconds and its fuel efficiency should be in the range of 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. Reviewers and test drivers in the auto industry say the new Sportage is not as smooth a ride as they would prefer, but hope this is unique to the pre-production models and will be corrected with the sales models. This Sportage features electric-assist power steering, which does help with corners.

The drivers seat adjusts comfortably and the steering wheel telescopes for a bit more comfort. The seats are roomy and well-shaped and even backseat passengers will not feel cramped. With a double-paned panoramic sunroof, light not let in through the rear windows is allowed in, adding to the roomy feel. Check it out for yourself, Kia dealer Gurnee customers.

Although reviewers were not thrilled with the almost non-existent view out the back and the impaired view out the front due to the chunky columns, they agree that the new look and the added technology make the entire package a vast improvement over the 2010 model. Dealers of Antioch used cars agree that the pros far outweigh the cons in the 2011 Kia Sportage and that because it retains that sport utility vehicle attitude, it will be a hit.

Hey, we all deserve a makeover every 16 years or so.

by: Michael Vincent

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