2010 Kia Sportage
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2010 Kia Sportage is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L to 2.7 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
23V652000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or…
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November…
Reported September 25, 2023. View on NHTSA
13V114000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento,…
Remedy: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.…
Reported April 1, 2013. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2010 Kia Sportage have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.7L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Kia Sportage?
Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2010 Kia Sportage front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, 4WD.
Are there recalls for the 2010 Kia Sportage?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.