Market Position:
The 2010 Kia Sportage represented a significant step forward for Kia in the compact SUV segment, offering a blend of practicality, affordability, and increasingly sophisticated styling and features. It competed against popular models like the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Ford Escape.
Competitive Analysis:
The 2010 model year marked the end of the second generation Sportage, known for its car-like handling compared to some truck-based SUVs. Its key selling points were its value proposition, decent fuel economy, and the availability of all-wheel drive. This manual's comprehensive nature allows owners to maintain this value and tackle a wide range of repairs.
Key Features:
This service manual is designed for DIY enthusiasts and professional mechanics alike, providing the necessary information to perform all maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of the 2010 Kia Sportage.
Systems Covered List:
General Information, Automatic Transaxle System, Body (Interior and Exterior), Body Electrical System, Brake System, Clutch System, Driveshaft and Axle, Emission Control System, Engine Electrical System, Engine Mechanical System, Fuel System, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC), Manual Transaxle System, Restraint System, Steering System, Suspension System, Transfer System
Procedures Included List:
Diagnosis, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, component removal and installation, adjustments, specifications, wiring diagrams, exploded views, technical data.
Technical Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic fluid changes and inspections to major component overhauls and diagnostic procedures for complex electronic systems.
Engine Displacement:
2.0 Liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline 4-Cylinder (DOHC)
Horsepower Approximate:
140-150 hp (depending on specific market and tune)
Torque Approximate:
130-140 lb-ft (depending on specific market and tune)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) / Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Engine Timing Mechanism:
Timing Belt (typical for this engine generation, verify in manual)
Standard Transmission:
5-Speed Manual Transaxle
Optional Transmission:
4-Speed Automatic Transaxle
Drivetrain Options:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
ATF SP-III or equivalent (verify specific specification in manual)
Manual Transmission Fluid:
GL-4 Gear Oil, SAE 75W-90 (verify specific specification in manual)
Length:
Approx. 170.1 inches (4320 mm)
Width:
Approx. 71.7 inches (1820 mm)
Height:
Approx. 65.4 inches (1660 mm)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 103.0 inches (2615 mm)
Curb Weight Approximate:
3,400 - 3,700 lbs (1542 - 1678 kg, depending on drivetrain and options)
Cargo Volume Seats Up:
Approx. 23.3 cubic feet (660 liters)
Cargo Volume Seats Down:
Approx. 66.3 cubic feet (1877 liters)
NHTSA Rollover Rating 2010:
4 out of 5 stars (for AWD models)
Active Safety Features Common:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA)
Passive Safety Features Common:
Front airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-curtain airbags (may vary by trim level)
Infotainment Systems Available:
Base models typically featured an AM/FM/CD player with auxiliary input. Higher trims could include an upgraded audio system, satellite radio capability, and potentially a single-disc CD changer.
Driver Assistance Features Common:
Cruise control, rear parking assist sensors (optional on some trims).
Connectivity Features Common:
Auxiliary audio input jack for portable music players.
Oil Change Interval Typical:
Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles (8,000 - 12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (use synthetic oil for extended intervals). Verify in manual for specific conditions.
Air Filter Replacement Interval:
Every 15,000 - 30,000 miles (24,000 - 48,000 km) or as needed based on driving conditions.
Spark Plug Replacement Interval:
Approximately 60,000 - 100,000 miles (96,000 - 160,000 km) for iridium plugs, or 30,000 miles for standard plugs. Verify in manual.
Timing Belt Replacement Interval:
Crucial service. Typically around 60,000 - 90,000 miles (96,000 - 145,000 km) or 5-7 years. Failure can cause catastrophic engine damage. **Verify specific interval and recommendation for tensioner/water pump replacement in manual.**
Engine Oil Type:
API SM or higher, SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (verify specific viscosity and API rating in manual)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 4.5 - 4.9 quarts (4.3 - 4.6 liters) with filter change (verify in manual)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based, OAT (Organic Acid Technology) coolant, typically Asian Red/Pink or equivalent. (Verify specific Kia specification in manual)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (verify specific requirement in manual)
Common Issues Potential:
Timing belt wear and tensioner failure (critical maintenance item), occasional interior trim rattles, potential for ABS sensor issues, some reports of minor oil leaks from valve cover gaskets or oil pan. Heater core issues can occur in some vehicles.
Brand Heritage Summary:
Kia Motors Corporation, founded in 1944, is South Korea's oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles. It has grown into a global brand known for offering a wide range of vehicles, increasingly recognized for design, quality, and value.
Model Evolution Summary:
The Sportage entered its second generation in 2004 (for the 2005 model year), a significant departure from the first generation's body-on-frame construction. This second generation adopted a unibody platform shared with the Hyundai Tucson, resulting in a more car-like driving experience, improved comfort, and better fuel efficiency. The 2010 model year was the final year of this generation before the introduction of the all-new third generation Sportage.
Production Years 2Nd Gen:
2005-2010
