With advanced upgrades and a redesigned body, the 2023 Kia Sportage is here to impress everyone. It offers more interior space, enhanced technology, a powerful engine, and plenty of functions to make your driving more convenient. Perfect for short or long family drives, this crossover SUV comes in seven trim levels - LX, EX, X-Line AWD, SX, SX Prestige, Sportage X-Pro, and Sportage X-Pro Prestige. In this research review, we focus on one of the most popular trims of the 2023 Sportage, the X-Line trim (also known as the X-Line AWD). Join us at Palmen Kia in Kenosha, WI, to explore the features and specs offered by this trim.
With more amenities than the base trims, the X-Line trim of the 2023 Sportage provides a good balance of performance and comfort at an affordable price. At a starting MSRP of $30,790, you get this new version of the rugged crossover SUV with Kia’s Active AWD system as standard.
The powertrain of this trim includes a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that generates a power of 187 hp and 178 lb.-ft. of torque. It has an 8-speed automatic transmission system and different drive modes – Normal, Sport, Smart, and Snow. With the All-wheel drivetrain and 8.3 inches of ground clearance, this Sportage trim offers excellent traction and capability in various terrain or weather conditions.
X-Line AWD also includes exclusive design details outside and in the cabin. Unique 19-inch alloy wheels with a gloss black finish, side sills, and a rugged curve to the front fascia can grab all the attention on or off the streets. The spacious cabin features SynTex upholstery with heated front seats and plenty of legroom. Other highlights include a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment display, a 12.2-inch instrument cluster, and a wireless phone charging pad.
If these elements of the 2023 Kia Sportage X-Line trim match your lifestyle and driving needs, then check it out with a test drive at Palmen Kia in Kenosha, WI. Contact our team for more details.