Kia has been testing the 5th generation Sportage, with camouflaged test mules frequently spotted and shared on social media. Reports now suggest a formal launch is scheduled for February 2025, following its recent unveiling to select attendees at a private company event.
The 5th generation Kia Sportage features a bold and dynamic exterior design, characterized by its distinctive grille, sharp LED lighting, and sporty profile. The interior emphasizes a modern and premium feel, offering a driver-centric layout with high-quality materials, a wide digital display, and advanced connectivity options.
5th gen Kia Sportage (pre-facelift) unveiled to a selected audience
Though specs, safety, and equipment details of the locally available 5th gen Sportage have yet to be officially released, it is expected to offer both petrol and hybrid powertrains, focusing on efficiency and performance. In terms of safety, the new Sportage will equipped with advanced features such as multiple airbags, electronic stability control, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and collision avoidance technologies, ensuring a secure driving experience for passengers.
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Kia has not confirmed plans to discontinue the 4th generation Sportage it already sells in Pakistan. The upcoming 5th gen model, likely to be sold alongside the 4th gen, is essentially a pre-facelift version that debuted globally four years ago. It has already become outdated, having been surpassed by a facelift introduced last year. Once again Kia seems to be repeating its pattern of offering older models locally.
As they say, better late than never. Having a newer, slightly less outdated model would be a welcome change, especially considering the decade-old Kia models currently sold in Pakistan. Want to share your thoughts, use the comment section below.
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