The 2011 International Truck of the Year has a new engine available under the hood. Kia Canadian fans can now head over to the dealers and get the 2011 Kia Sportage SX that has a direct-injected 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. We would expect to follow the U.S. to suit in a very short time.
Coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission, the turbo-mill has a relatively flat torque curve with peak power rpm 1800-3000 rpm. When screwed in the 2011 Sonata, the 2.0T with 274 hp and 269 pound-feet of torque is designed. We expect the Sportage SX to produce similar numbers, including the 30 + miles per gallon highway fuel economy numbers.
The car shown in Canadian dealer showrooms by the end of winter. At a price of $ 36,995, it comes with standard features including the new UVO entertainment system, similar to the Ford Sync is loaded. Check out the full press release after the break.
