The entry level Sportage starts at $25,990. The Sportage X- Pro is the top model.

This all-new Kia 000270, -0.73% Sportage arrives in early 2022 as a 2023 model. It marks the fifth generation of the Sportage, and it’s based on the same chassis that underpins its Sorento sibling and Hyundai HYMTF, Tucson cousin.

The Sportage is 7.1 inches longer than the outgoing model and has a stretched wheelbase. The Sportage is able to differentiate itself from its Seltos sibling because of its larger size.

The only engine that will be available initially is a 4-cylinder that will send an estimated 187hp to the front wheels via an 8-speed automatic.

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The Sportage Plug-in hybrid and Sportage hybrid have the same engines as the Tucson hybrid and Tucson plug-in hybrid. The Sportage hybrid has an all electric driving range of more than 30 miles.

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There will be both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions of the Sportage when it goes on sale.

The Sportage is a 5-seater with an especially roomy back seat, and the dash is highlighted by a large curved display that sweeps across the vehicle. It has an integrated multi-function controller and is compatible with both the driver and front passenger. The system is simple to use.

The X-line, X- Pro, and X- Pro Prestige are three versions of the Sportage that are better suited for dirt. They have an extra 1.5 inches of ground clearance and also have all-terrain tires.

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The base model of the new Sportage is priced at $25,990. If you want all-wheel drive, you need to add $2,000.

The Sportage has 18-inch wheels and a black grille.

There is a power liftgate and a sunroof in the sx trim of the kia sportage.

The luxurious SX-Prestige is equipped with 19-inch wheels, premium artificial leather seat upholstery, and a surround- view monitor. The Sportage starts at $33,490 with a front wheel drive or a rear wheel drive.

The Sportage X-Pro has all-terrain tires on 17-inch alloy wheels and is priced at $34,990. A handy surround-view monitor is one of the extras included in the X- Pro Prestige.

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The Sportage has a standard 4- cylinder engine. The 8-speed automatic transmission is well-equipped to handle the power well. It has a traditional automatic transmission, which is better than a continuously variable transmission. Sport mode makes driving more enjoyable.

The Sportage is one of the quietest cars on the road. The inside of the Sportage is very calm and peaceful. There is a bit of body roll, but it is stable around corners.

The Drive Wise features are something we like about the Sportage. Lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control are features that are becoming more and more common. The drive wise features in the sportage do their job well without being intrusive.

The Sportage is a good off-roader when properly equipped. The new generation of the Sportage has a satisfying blend of on-road comfort and off-road capability.

When the pavement ends, the all-wheel-drive system holds its own, and the X-Pro models get all-terrain tires and multi-terrain drive modes.

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Interior comfort

The new interior of the Sportage looks great. The design was inspired by high end outdoor equipment. Your eye is immediately drawn to the large and slightly curved display, which integrates under one glass panel a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, and a color touch screen of the same size.

The air vent hugging the curved display adds a technical look. There is an asymmetrical center console that puts buttons and controls within easy reach of the driver. The Sportage cupholders can be used as a storage bin for tablets.

coat hangers are molded into the back of the front headrests and animal-free leather is used. The seat backs of the front seats have an integrated hook for charging cables or shopping bags.

The Sportage has 3 inches more rear legroom than the previous Sportage, which makes it an adult-friendly vehicle. The cargo room behind the folding rear seat is a best-in-class rating that is 28% more than the previouskia. The Sportage has a dual level cargo floor.

Exterior styling

The current model of the Sportage is one of the best looking compact SUVs and we think the new model is a good fit. It is more modern, but it is also full of neat details, like a black grille graphic that stretches across the width of the Sportage. There are daytime running lights and low-mounted headlights.

The all-new Sportage has a clean side profile with taut lines. There will be a black roof for the first time on a Sportage. It will help to accentuate the sporty profile of the car. The chrome beltline adds a hint of elegance to the Sportage and D-pillars.

The next generation of the Sportage has a strong presence, one that is enhanced in the back by attractive tail lamps that add to the vehicle's sense of width.

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A video image of the Sportage's rear three-quarter blind spot is displayed on the digital instrument panel when a turn signal is activated. The Blind-spot collision-avoidance assist will apply brakes to keep the Sportage from changing lanes.

The Sportage models are suitable for dirt. They do have 1.5 inches of extra ground clearance, and a multi-terrain all-wheel-drive system with dirt-specific settings.

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Standard features

The Sportages come with a 4- cylinder engine and an 8-speed transmission. The climate control system and the audio system are both standard, as is a new touchpad that can be used to operate both systems at the same time.

All-wheel drive and projector-style headlights are standard on the Sportage X- Pro. A surround-view monitor, an 8-way power front passenger seat, and a ventless front seats are included in the Prestige version.

The Sportage has driver assist systems. The base Sportage has a collision-avoidance program with cyclist detection and automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, high-beam assist, and a rear occupant alert.

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Factory options

The main option on the Sportage is an active AWD system with a center locking differential. You can also get a premium sound system and a wi-fi hotspot.

Safety is one of the main focuses of the other Sportage options. Smart cruise control, blind-spot collision-avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic assist, a forward parking distance warning, and even Highway Driving Assist are included. A hands-on system that uses speed limit information to adjust vehicle speed while maintaining a set distance to the car ahead and keeping the Sportage centered in its lane is one of the last technologies.

The new Sportage has Junction Turning, a safety technology designed to prevent accidents when you turn left at an intersection and collide with another vehicle.

There's also a remote smart parking assist. This allows Sportage drivers to get out of the vehicle and use their smart key as a remote to find a parking spot.

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Engine and transmission

There is only one engine in the Sportage, a 2.5 liter 4- cylinder with 187hp. Power is sent to the wheels via an automatic transmission.

The power to the rear wheels can be increased with the optional AWD system, especially in slippery conditions.

The front-wheel-drive is rated by the EPA at 25 miles per gallon in the city and 32 miles per gallon on the highway. The Sportage is rated at 23 miles per gallon in the city and 28 miles per gallon on the highway.

The EPA city/highway fuel economy is 25/32 miles per gallon.

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