The popular Korean SUV features a facelifted exterior, an updated interior and new onboard technologies that include upgraded infotainment and a set of active driver aids.
Kia Motors has revealed the 2018 Sportage, introducing a range of enhancements to the brand’s international best-seller. The revised model pairs an updated exterior and interior design with new safety and infotainment technologies. The car’s powertrains are also fully compliant with near-future emissions standards.
The Sportage’s advanced new EcoDynamic+ 48V diesel mild-hybrid powertrain is the first to be launched as part of the brand’s global powertrain electrification strategy. Kia is said to be the first manufacturer offering hybrid, plug-in hybrid, battery-electric and 48-volt mild-hybrid technology across its full model lineup.
The popular Korean SUV features a facelifted exterior, an updated interior and new onboard technologies that include upgraded infotainment and a set of active driver aids.
Improvements to the Sportage’s sporty exterior design include new front and rear bumpers, as well as redesigned front and rear lamps and new 16-, 17- and 19-inch alloy wheel designs. Options include chrome sill trim and metallic skid plates, and five new paint colours.
GT-Line Sportage models are equipped with a gloss black hot-stamped radiator grille, a gloss black and silver skid plate, and dark chrome inserts on the side sills and rear tailgate. The GT-Line’s unique 19-inch alloy wheels have been redesigned, and all models are fitted with a dual-exhaust rear valance and nicer “ice cube” LED foglamps.
The newly improved cabin features a new steering wheel and revised instrument cluster, as well as new black-and-grey two-tone upholstery. GT-Line models are available with new black-and-grey two-tone leather seats, or optional black leather with red accents.
The 2018 Sportage adopts Kia’s latest advanced driving assistance systems, including Smart Cruise Control with Stop&Go, an Around View Monitor for easier parking manoeuvres, and Driver Attention Warning to combat fatigue and inattentiveness at the wheel. Customers also get a choice of Kia’s latest infotainment systems – a 7-inch touchscreen or a new “frameless” 8-inch infotainment system.
The popular Korean SUV features a facelifted exterior, an updated interior and new onboard technologies that include upgraded infotainment and a set of active driver aids.
Kia has sold more than five million Sportages over four model generations.
Read our comparison of Kia Sportage and its Korean kissing cousin Hyundai Tucson.
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