After starting the engine, before switching on one of the stages, press the foot brake pedal. Otherwise, the vehicle will begin to “creep.” Never press the accelerator and foot brake pedals at the same time.
Selecting gear D with the control lever, you have switched the gearbox to economy driving mode. You can almost always drive in the D stage.
Gently depressing the accelerator pedal will shift to fuel efficient gears early. Manual step change is only necessary in exceptional cases. Select 3, 2 and 1 only when it is necessary to avoid upshifting or additional engine braking is required.
As soon as the traffic situation permits, select D again.
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission control lever positions P, R and N
R= parking. The front wheels are blocked. Translation only when the vehicle is stationary and the hand brake is applied.
R= reverse. Switch on only when the vehicle is stationary.
N= Neutral or idle.
The automatic transmission control lever can only be moved out of the P position with the ignition on and the foot brake pedal depressed.
The engine can only be started in position P or N. When starting in position N, depress the foot brake pedal or apply the hand brake.
Do not press the accelerator pedal while shifting gears.
Stage D
D = constant position for normal driving conditions in gears 1 to 4.
After starting the engine and engaging D, the transmission always operates in economy driving mode.
Step 3
3 = position for driving conditions in gears 1, 2 and 3.
Stage 2
2 = position for driving in 1st and 2nd gears, e.g. on a mountain serpentine; there is no shifting to 3rd and 4th gears.
Stage 1
1 = load stage for maximum braking force, e.g. on steep descents; no shifting above 1st gear.
Electronic Driving Modes
Sport driving mode, gearbox changes gears at higher engine speeds:
press the S button (lit).
Economy mode, gearbox changes gears at lower engine speeds: press button S again.
Starting assistance: press the button.
Engines X 18 XE,X 20XEV.X 25 XE1: automatic neutral switch automatically shifts the gearbox to position N to reduce fuel consumption, for example, during stops at traffic lights. Automatic switching to the neutral position is carried out if:
– the automatic transmission control lever is in position D, 3, 2 or 1 and
- depress the foot brake pedal and
- the vehicle is stationary and
– there is no pressing an accelerator pedal.
As soon as the brake is released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the vehicle starts moving normally.
After starting a cold engine, the operating temperature control program quickly brings the temperature of the catalyst to the temperature required for optimal reduction of toxic substances in the exhaust gases by delaying gear changes (at higher engine speeds).
Adaptive programs are programs that automatically adapt gear changes to driving conditions, such as when towing a trailer, when heavily loaded and on hills.
Assistance when pulling away
In case of difficulties on slippery roads, to start off, press the button, turns on in P, R, N, D, 3 (switch on indicator - ). The car will move in 3rd gear.
The traction help is deactivated by pressing the button again.
In addition, it is possible to turn off by:
– manual selection of steps 2 or 1;
– turning off the ignition.
Kickdown - sharp pressing all the way down on the accelerator pedal
Pressing the accelerator pedal to the stop: at a speed below a certain value, the box shifts to a lower gear. Used for acceleration using full engine power.
Additional engine braking
To use the braking functions of the engine when descending, turn on 3, 2 or, if the situation requires it, 1 in a timely manner.
The braking action is especially effective in gear 1. If engaged at too high a speed 1, the gearbox will continue to operate in 2nd gear until the point of transition to 1st gear is reached by, for example, braking.
Stop
The enabled stage when stopped with the engine running can be saved.
When stopping on slopes, be sure to apply the hand brake or depress the foot brake pedal. To prevent overheating of the transmission, do not keep the vehicle in place in the engaged gear by increasing the engine speed.
When parking for long periods of time, such as in traffic or at a railway crossing, stop the engine.
Before leaving the vehicle, first apply the handbrake, then shift to P and remove the ignition key.
The ignition key can only be removed from the ignition lock when the transmission control lever is in position P.
"Swinging"
In order to rock a car stuck in sand, mud, snow or a ditch for further movement, you can switch the control lever between D and R with a lightly depressed accelerator pedal. Keep the engine speed as low as possible and avoid sharp pressing the accelerator pedal.
The method described above should be used only in exceptional cases.
Precise maneuvering
For precise manoeuvres, such as when parking the car, driving into a garage, etc., you can use the "crawl" method by releasing the foot brake pedal.
Never press the accelerator and foot brake pedals at the same time.
Malfunction
The signaling device burns at the included ignition. If it does not go out after starting the engine or lights up while driving, then there is a malfunction in the automatic transmission.
If the vehicle is equipped with a Multi-info-display, the display shows the fault message "Automatik Getriebe" ("Automatic transmission").
The gearbox no longer shifts automatically.
You can keep moving. Shift gears 1, 3 and 4 manually using the gear lever:
1
= 1st gear,
2
= 3rd gear,
3
= 4th gear,
D= 4th gear,
N= neutral (idle),
R= reverse,
R= parking.
Have the cause rectified by an authorized Opel workshop. The self-diagnosis algorithm integrated in the system allows you to quickly find the cause of the malfunction.
Power failure
Power failure, e.g. due to a dead battery. In the event of a power failure, it is impossible to withdraw the automatic transmission control lever from position P.
Unblocking:
1. Apply the hand brake.
2. Raise the cover on the raised part of the floor between the front seats and turn it 90° to the right.
3. Press the pawl forward with a screwdriver and remove the automatic transmission control lever from position P.
4. Replace the cover on the protruding part of the floor between the front seats and fix it.
Retransfer to position P again will lock the lever. The cause of the power failure must be repaired by an authorized Opel workshop.
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The second generation Kia Sportage was one of the most popular crossovers in its segment. The appearance of the third generation caused a lot of dissatisfaction with the design, but over time, the negative perception changed towards a positive one. Note that most find similarities between the Korean crossover and the German premium SUV Porsche Cayenne, especially after updating the latter, which even has rear optics, now like the Sportage.
Like all Kia models, the crossover has its own analogue from Hyundai, for the Sportage, such an analogue is with which they have completely similar technical characteristics, including a line of engines and transmissions. Potential owners are offered a choice of two petrol engines and one diesel. The gasoline range of engines consists of a 2.0-liter aspirated engine with a capacity of 150 hp. and a 1.6 lira turbo engine with an outstanding 177 hp. a 2.0-liter diesel engine is capable of delivering 185 hp.
As transmissions, a manual and automatic gearbox with 6 steps is offered, as well as a new DCT robot with seven gears and two dry clutches.
Kia Sportage with mechanics
With mechanics, only three configurations are available, two with front-wheel drive and one with all-wheel drive.
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp price from 1,269,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp price from 1,424,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp full price from 1,564,900 rubles
Kia Sportage with automatic
The machine is also available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions.
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp front-wheel drive price from 1,484,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp front-wheel drive price from 1,544,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp four-wheel drive price from 1,564,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp four-wheel drive price from 1,624,900 rubles
Prestige
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp four-wheel drive price from 1,784,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter diesel engine with 185 hp four-wheel drive price from 1,904,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter petrol engine with 150 hp four-wheel drive price from 2,019,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter diesel engine with 185 hp four-wheel drive price from 2,139,900 rubles
Relatively recently, almost all models of the Kia brand have acquired a sports package that adds a sporty interior and exterior design to the car, and in some cases a new robot and turbomoto are also available.
- 1.6 liter petrol turbo engine with 177 hp four-wheel drive price from 2,084,900 rubles
- 2.0 liter diesel engine with 185 hp all-wheel drive price from 2,094,900 rubles.
Of all the above versions, we would prefer a diesel engine, all-wheel drive and a classic automatic, because. in our opinion, this is the optimal ratio of price / fuel consumption / dynamics and reliability.
Competitors in this segment for Sportage 2018 can be considered Volkswagen Tiguan price from 1,349,000 rubles, Ford Kuga price from 1,399,000 rubles, Honda CR-V price from 1,769,900 rubles, Hyundai Tucson from 1,505,900 rubles, Mazda CX- 5 price from 1,431,000 rubles and Toyota RAV4 from 1,493,000 rubles.
Kia Sportage 3 is equipped with either a manual transmission (5-speed for a 2-liter petrol engine and 6-speed for a 2-liter diesel engine) or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Manual Transmission
Car modifications with a 2-liter gasoline engine are equipped with 5-speed transmission model M5GF1. It is installed in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions of the crossover and has design features depending on the type of drive. Kia Sportage with a 2-liter diesel engine is aggregated 6 speed gearbox M6GF2. Specifications for the two types of mechanical transmissions are shown in the table below.
| Parameter | M5GF1 | M6GF2 |
|---|---|---|
| gear ratios | ||
| 1st gear | 3.615 | |
| 2nd gear | 1.794 | |
| 3rd gear | 1.333 | 1.542 |
| 4th gear | 1.176 | |
| 5th gear | 0.921 | |
| 6th gear | - | 0.732 |
| Reverse | 3.416 | |
| General gear ratio | 4.533 | 4.643/3.421 |
Automatic transmission
For modifications with a 2-liter gasoline engine, installation is provided automatic transmission model A6MF1, for versions with a 2-liter diesel - models A6LF2. Both boxes have almost the same design and are arranged according to the traditional scheme - torque converter + planetary gear. The differences are in gear ratios and the diameter of the torque converter. The gearbox mounted on a crossover with a 4WD drive additionally has a flange for attaching the transfer case. Speed switching is carried out using electronic control unit, which analyzes many parameters and determines the optimal moment for switching. The characteristics of the automatic transmissions installed on the Kia Sportage 3 are shown in the table.
| Parameter | A6MF1 | A6LF2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 HP | 184 HP | ||
| gear ratios | |||
| 1st gear | 4.651 | 4.252 | |
| 2nd gear | 2.831 | 2.654 | |
| 3rd gear | 1.772 | 1.842 | 1.804 |
| 4th gear | 1.386 | 1.386 | |
| 5th gear | 1.000 | 1.000 | |
| 6th gear | 0.778 | 0.772 | 0.772 |
| Reverse | 3.393 | 3.393 | |
| General gear ratio | 3.648 | 3.195 | 3.041 |
