The fifth generation of the KIA Sportage has been presented in society. However, the unveiled model will not reach the European market. For the first time in its history, the Sportage will have a specific version for Europe. A version that has been totally exposed in these spy photos.
The generational change of KIA Sportage it is already a reality. The fifth generation of the successful and popular SUV from KIA has burst onto the scene loaded with very important news. It premieres exterior and interior design, technological equipment, raises its commitment to electrification and, ultimately, the overall tuning of the vehicle has been perfected. However, the model presented is not the one that will reach European dealers.
At the time that the first images and official details of the new Sportage were unveiled, the South Korean brand itself stressed that we were facing the global model and that it did not correspond to the one that will be offered in the Old Continent. For the first time in its history, the Sportage will have a specific version for Europe. A model whose details will be revealed in about a month and a half.
The new European KIA Sportage 2022 has been uncovered
In the middle of the night and parked on the street. This is how the new Sportage that will arrive in Europe has been photographed. Some spy photos are circulating on the social network Instagram and that expose the KIA SUV. A model that, a priori, does not present novelties. Nothing could be further from the truth. If we pay special attention to the C-pillar, we will realize that we are looking at a different vehicle.
The Fifth generation Sportage will be available in two wheelbases. The short battle model will be the one that reaches European territory. The new Sportage destined for global markets has a length of 4.66 meters and its wheelbase reaches 2.75 m. These values will be lower in the model for Europe. Although for now, it is unknown what the final figures will be.
KIA has confirmed that the specifications of the new Sportage that will be sold in European dealerships will be announced next September. The first units will reach our market at the end of this year or in the first quarter of 2022.
The range of engines of the new KIA Sportage 2022 in Europe
One of the keys to the new generation of Sportage is KIA’s commitment to electrification. The new Sportage will be available alongside a selection of gasoline and diesel engines. Most of them will be electrified with 48 Volt Light Hybrid Technology (MHEV). Most importantly, there will be two hybrid variants. A conventional hybrid (HEV) and another plug-in hybrid (PHEV). In addition, certain reports highlight that, on the fifth generation, a 100% electric variant will be developed.