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KIA Sportage Review - Is It A Good Investment?

Updated Jun 14, 2022

KIA Sportage is one of the most popular vehicles in the KIA lineup. It has been redesigned for 2023, and some of its first images have been released. To find out more about this promising car, check out this KIA Sportage review.

Overview of KIA Sportage 

The latest generation of the KIA Sportage is about to be released, and it is shooting higher than ever before.

The automobile has been on the market for over three decades, but the Korean manufacturer chose to spend extensively on its flagship model only in 2011. We've previously seen the second generation (2012-2017), which added a more luxury appearance and made it more enticing to purchasers. 

Now, KIA is preparing for a new race, promising more fantastic experiences with the latest generation of its best-selling SUV.

review of Kia Sportage

Kia Sportage Philippines

KIA Sportage Specs

Body Type

Crossover

No. of seats

5

Connectivity

Aux, Bluetooth and USB

*Exist on some variants

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Manual

Automatic

Warranty

5 Years (Unlimited Mileage)

Wheel Size

17 in - 18 in

Airbags

2

ISOFIX

Exist on some variants

Front Parking Sensors

Not Available

Rear Parking Sensors

Exist on some variants

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Diesel

KIA Sportage Review

KIA Sportage Exterior

The KIA Sportage 2023 is a 5-seat C-class CUV made by KIA Motors in South Korea. The vehicle has a futuristic style that sets the KIA design trend for 2023. The wheelbase of the KIA Sportage is 2,755mm, while the length, width, and height of the automobile are 4,660 x 1,680 x 1,865mm, indicating that the car is well-balanced.

Kia Sportage 2022 Philippines

Kia Sportage exterior

The vehicle has a dynamic and aggressive design, with a styled front end that is eye-catching and distinct from its KIA "brothers." The KIA Sportage automobile's grille keeps the iconic aggressive style. Still, it is narrower, and the chrome rim is intended to be an aesthetic highlight for the car and an identifying characteristic for KIA cars.

KIA Sportage Interior

Users consider the new KIA Sportage 2023 to have the most amazing inside of any KIA car. The Korean carmaker pays close attention to the automobile's nuances to provide a better experience for its consumers with the newly introduced model.

Kia Sportage interior

Kia Sportage interior

The manufacturer has introduced to its clients a cutting-edge table board with two enormous overflow displays bent to the vision of a cutting-edge driver. 

Because of the wheelbase of up to 2,755mm, the cabin of the KIA Sportage 2023 is rather big and bright, making the driver more comfortable during vehicle management.

KIA Sportage Engine/Performance

Customers in the Philippines can choose from up to two different engine types, including gasoline and diesel, with the following parameters:

The 2.0L T-GDi petrol engine produces 153 horsepower and has a maximum torque of 192 Nm. You will also choose an engine with a manual transmission of 6 speeds and 7 speeds.

2.0L turbocharged oil engine with 182 horsepower and a maximum torque of 400Nm. In addition, automatic transmission with 8 speeds, combined with current fuel economy optimization capabilities will be available.

Kia Sportage engine

Kia Sportage engine

Furthermore, for consumers to have the greatest possible experience with the vehicle, KIA has equipped the Sportage 2023 with a more durable and stiffer N3 chassis. It provides the exceptionally powerful KIA Sportage off road capability for adventurers.

KIA Sportage Safety And Technology

In terms of safety and driver assistance, KIA Sportage offers equipment that any driver will love: an electronic handbrake and automatic brake hold. In addition, several modern safety features can be mentioned:

  • 360-degree camera
  • Support to avoid collisions in front of the vehicle
  • Support to avoid rear-end collisions
  • Emergency brake system
  • Highway Driving Assistant
  • NSCC cruise control

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Conclusion

With the arrival of this vehicle, KIA has decided to change its strategy so that it is more attractive to young buyers. 

As you can see in this KIA Sportage review, they made significant changes to the model's design and features, which will make it even more competitive. This new generation of KIA Sportage is expected to be a great step forward for the Korean automaker.

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