As Kia first venture into the SUV market, the Sportage helped establish the company as a legitimate contender among the growing number of compact crossovers. While the original Sportage was considerably smaller and offered a two-door convertible version, the Sportage has grown slightly in size making room for the upcoming Kia Soul. The extra size is noticeable when it comes to both interior comfort and off-road handling. With available four-wheel drive and a potent V-6, the Kia Sportage is a good choice for anyone looking to buy a rugged and fuel efficient crossover SUV. The Kia Sportage comes with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and gets an estimated 20 mpg on the highway.