Roomy & Well-Equipped Compact SUV Built for Commuting in Cape Coral, FL

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped, and fuel-efficient compact SUV that is perfect for commuting around Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Port Charlotte. The sporty SUV is available with a standard internal combustion engine, a mild hybrid powertrain, and a plug-in hybrid option, and all are built for affordable daily commuting. Kia offers the Sportage in several trim levels, all with impressive safety and interior technology, and you can see them all at Kia of Cape Coral in Cape Coral, FL.

Fuel-Efficient Powertrains & Hybrid Options

Regardless of the engine style, the Sportage is a great choice for commuting. The standard Kia Sportage comes with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission that delivers 187 horsepower. The entry-level Sportage LX with front-wheel drive gets an EPA-estimated fuel rating of 25 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway.

The Kia Sportage Hybrid comes with a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors. The hybrid configuration gets 227 horsepower and an EPA-estimated fuel rating of 42 MPG in the city and 44 MPG on the highway. The Sportage PHEV has a similar powertrain but relies on an external charger to fill the battery. The PHEV model delivers 261 horsepower and gets about 34 miles of all-electric range before the gas engine takes over. The EPA-estimated fuel rating for the Sportage PHEV is 36 MPG in the city and 35 MPG on the highway.

Best Trims for Commuting

If fuel efficiency is your goal, the best Sportage for commuting around Cape Coral is the LX trim. With front-wheel drive, it gets the best fuel rating compared to the X-Line, which comes with standard all-wheel drive.

The entry-level Sportage LX comes with cloth upholstery, remote keyless entry, and a single USB port. It also features a 12.2-inch digital gauge cluster and an 8.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, six speakers, and voice recognition.

Moving up one trim to the EX adds a few more features without compromising fuel efficiency. It has synthetic leather upholstery with heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The touchscreen increases to 12.3 inches. This model has more tech features like wireless device charging, three USB ports, dual-zone climate control, and navigation.

Drivers who prefer more comfort and tech features will appreciate the SX and SX Prestige models. These come with an eight-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, ambient LED interior lighting, a hands-free power liftgate, and a panoramic sunroof. The top-of-the-line SX Prestige also comes with ventilated front seats and the popular surround-view camera system.

Browse the New Kia Sportage Inventory at Kia of Cape Coral in Cape Coral, FL

We invite you to visit Kia of Cape Coral in Cape Coral, FL, to take your favorite Kia Sportage for a test drive. When you’re ready to purchase your new Kia Sportage, our finance team can build a loan or lease with the latest incentives and offers.