KIA SPORTAGE FROM $32,995

Kia’s latest Sportage is a twin under the skin with Hyundai’s Tucson. Both are much improved SUVs compared with their predecessors, and have effectively moved up a size too, offering greater interior space. This, plus comprehensive driver assist safety tech, now puts the Hyundai and Kia firmly into the family SUV category, where they compete against Nissan’s X-Trail, Subaru’s Forester and the Toyota RAV4. Value for money is still a key part of the Kia’s appeal, as is its seven years warranty — two years longer than Hyundai. Fifth generation Sportage kicks off at $32,995 for the carryover 115kW/192Nm 2.0-litre petrol/six-speed manual/front wheel drive S model. A six-speed auto variant, tested here, adds $2000. This drivetrain tops out at $42,050 for the SX+. A 132kW/265Nm 1.6-litre turbopetrol/seven-speed dual clutch automatic/all-wheel…

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