Here’s What the Kia Sportage 2025 Facelift Looks Like

Kia has officially launched the 2025 facelifted Kia Sportage in South Korea, featuring upgrades in design, technology, and performance.

Exterior Redesign:

The 2025 Sportage has a new front look, featuring a more rectangular grill and vertically aligned headlights called “Starmap Signature Lighting.”

The front bumper has a larger, squared-off air intake, while the rugged XLine trim includes a unique mesh grill and integrated fog lights. The rear bumper and lights have also been updated, with animated lighting upon entry.

This facelifted model measures 4,685 mm in length, 1,865 mm in width, and 1,660 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,755 mm, giving it a balanced and sturdy stance. The Sportage offers alloy wheels in sizes from 17 to 19 inches, adding to its bold look.

Interior Enhancements:

Inside, the 2025 Sportage showcases a new horizontal dashboard layout with dual 12.3-inch screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment. The infotainment system supports over-the-air (OTA) updates, allowing software enhancements without dealership visits. The steering wheel now has a flat top and bottom design, integrated with touch detection technology for lane-centering assist.

High-end trims include a heads-up display and an augmented reality (AR) navigation view, providing real-time directions on the windshield. The cabin also features adaptive cruise control that uses satellite data for precise speed adjustments on highways.

Powertrain Options:

The 2025 Sportage offers a variety of engine choices:

1.6Liter Turbocharged Petrol Engine: Delivers 180 PS and 270 Nm of torque, paired with a new eight-speed automatic transmission. Available in both 2WD and AWD options.

Petrol Hybrid Variant: Includes a 65 PS electric motor, with a new “infant mode” for smoother acceleration, especially designed for families with young passengers.

 2.0Liter LPG Engine: Produces 146 PS and 195 Nm of torque, coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Advanced Safety and Driver Assistance:

Highway Driving Assist 2: Combines adaptive cruise control and lane-centering with automatic lane changes.

Lane Keeping Assist: Helps keep the vehicle centered within the lane.

Forward and Rear Collision Avoidance: Enhances safety during emergency situations.

 Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance: Assists when reversing out of tight spaces.

Smart Parking Assist: Provides easier parking in various conditions.

Pricing:

In South Korea, the 2025 Kia Sportage facelift starts at about $21,000.

Images Via motor1.com