2011 Kia Sportage EX AWD at a glance

2011 Kia Sportage EX AWD

Base price: $25,490

Price, as tested: $29,990

Powertrain: 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve inline four-cylinder engine; six-speed automatic transmission

Horsepower: 176 at 6,000 rpm

Torque: 168 pound-feet at 4,000 rpm

Curb weight: 3,355 pounds

Wheelbase: 103.9 inches

Overall length: 174.8 inches

EPA fuel economy: 21 mpg city/28 mpg highway

Final thoughts: Close your eyes and you’d think it was German. But why would you want to?