Kia Sportage QL 1.6 T-GDI petrol
130 kW177 PS174 hp265 Nm2015–2021
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- Power
- 130 kW 177 PS · 174 hp
- Torque
- 265 Nm 195 lb-ft
- 0–100 km/h
- 9.1 s
- Fuel consumption
- 7.5 l/100 km
- Kerb weight
- 1,534 kg
- Boot volume
- 503 l
The Kia Sportage QL 1.6 T-GDI petrol uses a 1.6-litre petrol engine rated at 130 kW (177 PS) and 265 Nm of torque. The Sportage QL 1.6 T-GDI petrol is paired with a six-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
Its output sits mid-range among the 3 petrol versions: 34% up on the entry 1.6 petrol (97 kW), 5 kW below the 2.4 petrol (135 kW). The Sportage QL 1.6 T-GDI petrol is also the quickest to 100 km/h (9.1 s) and the best on power-to-weight (115 PS per tonne). The car reaches 201 km/h, averages 7.5 l/100 km and weighs 1,534 kg. To see how it measures up, compare the Sportage QL 1.6 T-GDI petrol with the Hyundai Tucson or the Nissan Qashqai.
Where the Sportage QL 1.6 T-GDI petrol stands out
- Quickest 0–100 km/h in the Sportage QL range: 9.1 s
- Best power-to-weight in the range: 115 PS per tonne
- Large boot: 503 l
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,600 cm³ 1.6 l · 98 cu in |
| Power | 130 kW 177 PS · 174 hp |
| Torque | 265 Nm 195 lb-ft |
Transmission
| Gearbox | Dual-clutch |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 |
Performance
| 0–100 km/h | 9.1 s 0–62 mph |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 201 km/h 125 mph |
| Fuel consumption | 7.5 l/100 km 37.7 mpg UK · 31.4 mpg US |
| CO₂ emissions | 175 g/km |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,485 mm 176.6 in |
|---|---|
| Kerb weight | 1,534 kg 3,382 lb |
| Boot volume | 503 l 17.8 cu ft |
| Fuel tank | 62 l 16.4 US gal |
Production
| Years | 2015–2021 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Sportage QL (2015–2021) |
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