Kia has officially unveiled the 2025 facelift Sportage in South Korea, establishing a new standard in the C-segment SUV market.
The fifth-generation SUV features significant upgrades in powertrain, technology, and a design similar to the one seen in other Kia vehicles like the Picanto, Sorento, Carnival, K4, and K8.
Kia 2025 Sportage facelift specs
The 2025 Kia Sportage facelift measures 4,685 mm in length, 1,865 mm in width, and 1,660 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,755 mm.
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The South Korean automobile manufacturer has also introduced a refined 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine in the facelift model, coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The engine is available in both 2WD and AWD. It outputs 180 PS at 5,500 rpm and 270 Nm of torque from 1,500 to 4,500 rpm, delivering responsive and versatile performance.
The 2025 Kia Sportage offers a comprehensive Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) package, which integrates adaptive cruise control, lane-centering, and automated lane changes.
Moreover, other ADAS features such as lane-keeping assist, forward and rear collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, and smart parking assist are also included for a more enhanced driving experience.
Kia 2025 Sportage facelift price
The 2025 Sportage comes in eight distinct colours, priced at KRW 28,360,000 (approximately $21,000). It is expected to be available in Australia by the second quarter of 2025 and later in Malaysia.