First Look: Kia Sportage 2025 Facelift Revealed

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10 Nov 2024

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First Look: Kia Sportage 2025 Facelift Revealed

Kia has unveiled the 2025 facelifted Sportage in South Korea, boasting impressive updates in design, technology, and performance. With a refined look, the latest Sportage presents a balance of modern styling and functionality tailored for today’s drivers. This new model offers upgrades across its exterior, interior, and safety features, aiming to elevate both the driving experience and the vehicle’s appeal.

Bold Exterior Updates

The exterior of the 2025 Sportage features a redesigned front with a rectangular grille and vertically aligned “Starmap Signature Lighting” headlights. The front bumper now includes a larger, squared-off air intake, while the rugged XLine trim stands out with a unique mesh grille and integrated fog lights. At the rear, updated bumpers and animated entry lights enhance the model’s aesthetics. With dimensions of 4,685 mm in length, 1,865 mm in width, and 1,660 mm in height, the Sportage maintains a robust stance. Wheel options range from 17 to 19 inches, contributing to its bold presence on the road.

Advanced Interior Features

Inside, the 2025 Sportage sports a horizontal dashboard layout highlighted by dual 12.3-inch screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment. The infotainment system supports over-the-air (OTA) updates, enabling software improvements without visiting a dealership. The steering wheel now has a flat-top and bottom design and includes touch detection for lane-centering assist. Premium trims come equipped with a heads-up display and an augmented reality (AR) navigation view, projecting real-time navigation directions onto the windshield. For added convenience, the cabin offers adaptive cruise control, which uses satellite data for precise speed adjustments on highways.

Enhanced Powertrain Options

The 2025 Sportage provides a range of engine options tailored to different driving needs. The 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol engine produces 180 PS and 270 Nm of torque, paired with a new eight-speed automatic transmission and available in both 2WD and AWD versions. A petrol hybrid variant incorporates a 65 PS electric motor and an “infant mode” feature for smoother acceleration, catering especially to families with young passengers. Additionally, a 2.0-liter LPG engine option delivers 146 PS and 195 Nm of torque, coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission, providing a fuel-efficient alternative.

Upgraded Safety and Driver Assistance

Kia has incorporated an array of advanced safety features in the 2025 Sportage, enhancing driver confidence and vehicle protection. The Highway Driving Assist 2 system combines adaptive cruise control with lane-centering and automatic lane-change capabilities. Other safety features include Lane Keeping Assist, Forward and Rear Collision Avoidance, and Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance, which aids drivers when reversing out of tight spots. The Smart Parking Assist system further supports ease of parking in challenging spaces, making the Sportage a highly adaptable choice for city driving.

Pricing and Availability

In South Korea, the 2025 Kia Sportage facelift is competitively priced, starting at approximately $21,000. With its updated design, enhanced features, and range of options, the 2025 Sportage appeals to a broad spectrum of drivers, from families to tech enthusiasts, setting a high bar in the compact SUV market.

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