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Overview

This is a really phenomenal vehicles and one of the best values on the market. I would never be getting rid of this car if I weren't moving to NYC. Originally leased from York Kia of Medford (MA) - roughly 14 months into the lease. ~16,500 miles on the car. All regular service has been performed at the dealership. From the 2.0L Turbo and 250hp to the 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle-shifters, this car is a blast to drive. Low, wide profile and sport suspension help it hug the road on turns and the high torque makes it quick off the line. Great top-end acceleration for passing on the highway, and this car has the looks to stop people in their tracks and say, "that's a Kia?" And to top it all off, 5-star safety ratings across the board. Really a great vehicle through and through.

Condition

Car is in great condition. There is minor curb wear on the edges of the rims, and the rear passenger side door has a small dent in it, which I've been told is easy to have fixed at a dealership. Other than that, car runs like a dream.

History

Leased from York KIA of Medford in May 2013. Only reason I'm getting rid of it is because I'm moving to New York City for work and it doesn't make sense to keep the car there. I would never get rid of this car otherwise - it's hard enough to do so as it is!

Shipping and Payment

As it's coming off of a lease, the dealer will be involved in the final transaction. After a bill of sale is issued, the seller will coordinate with the buyer and the dealer to get the license transferred to the buyer. If shipping is required, buyer and seller will work out the specifics, but buyer will be responsible for any fees associated therewith.

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Kia has revamped the Sportage's base 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine to add direct injection, which is said to improve efficiency, although no fuel economy numbers have been released yet. Switching to DI has also increased the engine's output, up slightly from 176 horsepower and 168 pound-feet of torque in 2013 to 182 hp and 178 lb-ft for 2014. Additionally, LX models now receive the sportier shock setup previously available only on EX and SX trims.
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