Debuts September 15
[update] We managed to find two live shots, one of which is showing the front end.
[update 2] More pics added, including interior.
The
fourth
generation Kia Sportage
has been caught on camera without any sort of
disguise.
This is by far our best look at Kia's all-new compact
crossover as a pre-production prototype was recently filmed performing final
testing rounds and as you can see it was camo-free. The video comes only a day
after Kia released a trio of teaser images of its new Sportage which will be
based on the new generation Hyundai Tucson.
We only get to see the rear end and side profile which both
look significantly sportier compared to the outgoing model while from yesterday's
teaser we learned the front end will also be a major departure compared to the outgoing model and is set to employ
a lower tiger nose grille, aluminum underbody protection and reshaped headlights incorporating LED ice cube
daytime running lights which will likely be available only on the upper-spec versions.
As for the interior, Kia promises the 2016 Sportage will
have the "most refined high-quality cabin yet" and will blend parts from the
bigger Sorento with those from the new Optima mid-size sedan.
Since it will share its platform with the Tucson, expect the
new Sportage to come with several engines, including a 135 PS 1.6-liter
normally aspirated unit also available in a turbo version with 176 PS (129 kW).
On the diesel side there will be a 1.7-liter CRDi with 115 PS (85 kW) along
with a bigger 2.0-liter available with 136 PS & 184 PS. FWD will be standard
but at an addition cost clients will be able to specify the compact crossover
with an optional AWD setup. Gearbox choices will be limited to a six-speed
manual, six-speed automatic and an optional seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Taking into account a public debut is set for September 15
at IAA, don't be too surprised if Kia will show us the new Sportage before the end
of this month especially since they don't even bother camouflaging their
prototypes anymore.
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