OverviewSpecifications
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Kia · Cars · 1998
Kia Sportage 2WD (1998)
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Status
Certified
Long track record, no issues found
Status Certified — verified clean safety record across 5+ years of official monitoring.
Specifications
Engine Size1998 cc
Fuel TypeRegular
Transmission5 speed manual
Combined MPG19 MPG
Kia Sportage 2WD Comparison with Similar Vehicles
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Price—$23,000–$31,000———$27,900
Engine Capacity1998 cc2L2L3L3L1.3L
Fuel TypeRegularRegularRegularDieselDieselRegular
Transmission5 speed manualAutomatic (AV-S1)Automatic (AV-S10)Automatic 10-spdAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic 9-spd
Body TypeSUVSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
About

The 1998 Kia Sportage 2WD offers a practical SUV experience with a 2.0L petrol engine and a 5-speed manual transmission. It provides a respectable 19 MPG combined fuel economy, making it a functional choice for everyday driving.

Pros
  • Certified safety status
  • No recalls on record
  • No complaints on record
  • Rear-wheel drive capability
Cons
  • Below-average highway MPG
  • Basic manual transmission
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Status history
Uncertain→Certified27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 100. 0 data points. v3 scoring.
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