Just after being announced in Europe, the 2022 Kia Sportage has been unveiled for the Australian market. Unlike the European-spec model, the Aussie model is the same size as those sold in every other major market. As such, it is 4,660 mm long, 1,865 mm wide, 1,660 mm tall, and has a 2,755 mm wheelbase. It also offers 1,050 mm of legroom for second-row passengers and 1,000 mm of headroom.
As we can all agree, the exterior design of the new Sportage is a radical departure from the previous-generation model. Some will love it, some will hate it. Among the key changes made include an enlarged tiger nose front grille, boomerang-shaped LED daytime running lights and muscular, shapely bodywork that will certainly give it a unique presence the street.
Like other Kia models, the all-new Sportage has had its suspension system tweaked for Australian roads. Two engines will be offered: a 1.6-liter TGDI four-cylinder with 177 hp and 265 Nm and an R2.0-liter turbo-diesel four-cylinder producing 183 hp and 416 Nm.
Like the outgoing model, the 2022 Kia Sportage will be sold in S, SX, SX+, and GT-Line guises. All of these models feature a raft of upgrades and improvements over the old model. Among these are features like 8-inch and 12.3-inch infotainment displays, LED lights, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, front center airbag, Blind Spot Collision Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Assist, Lane Follow Assist, Multi Collision Brake, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Advanced Smart Cruise Control, and Electronic Park Brake.
Kia Australia will release more detailed specifications, including pricing details, closer to the SUV’s local arrival in October.
