Designed with you in mind
Interior
The Sportage offers you and your passengers a uniquely configured cabin for maximum comfort & space, filled with all the features you need for an enjoyable journey.
Smart Key with Push-Button Start
Power Adjustable Front Seats
Satellite Navigation
Dual Zone Climate Control
Electronic Parking Brake
Rear Power Outlet

With the smart key in your pocket or bag you can lock or unlock your Sportage with a simple press of a button on the door handle, and start or stop the engine with push-button start.

Find your ultimate driving position with eight-way power adjustable front seats, plus two-way lumbar support for the driver.

Know exactly where you're going thanks to the Sportage's satellite navigation system – the quintessential travel companion combining navigation, trip information and digital entertainment.

The driver & front passenger can adjust their own personal temperature settings, while the system automatically maintains the desired climate throughout the cabin.

You can activate the parking brake simply by lifting the button. Automatic vehicle hold keeps the Sportage at a standstill without having to keep your foot on the brake.

Rear passengers can charge their electrical devices via the USB and 12V power outlets mounted on the back of the centre console.
Attention to detail
Exterior
The Sportage announces its presence with supreme confidence and the power to intrigue through its striking design and fascinating details.
Distinctive Daytime Running Lights
Escort & Welcome Lights
Improved Aerodynamics

Attention grabbing LED daytime running lights illuminate with supreme effectiveness allowing others on the road to easily see you at all times, while also adding to the Sportage’s stunning exterior styling.

The Sportage's front headlights and rear taillights stay illuminated for 30 seconds after you get out of the car, and then switch off automatically. While your smart key illuminates door handle pockets and unfolds the power mirrors on approach.

The rear spoiler side garnish minimises drag for improved fuel efficiency, while a state-of-the-art air curtain improves the flow of air around the front wheels to offer you a more comfortable driving experience.
Tech
Features that heighten your satisfaction
High Beam Assist
Smart Power Tailgate

The onboard camera detects any vehicles ahead, adjusting the front headlights to low beam if required to reduce blinding effects on other drivers.

The rear tailgate opens automatically when the smart key is detected nearby for three seconds or more, and comes with a memory function enabling you to set & store your preferred opening height.
Enjoy even more power & enhanced performance
Performance
Now you can go further thanks to enhanced fuel efficiency, while revelling in the delight of greater control of your driving experience, regardless of driving conditions.
Nu 2.0L MPI Gasoline Engine
Theta 2.4L GDi Gasoline Engine
R 2.0L Diesel Engine

Max power 114kW @ 6,200 rpm
Max torque 192 Nm @ 4,000 rpm

Max power 135kW @ 6,200 rpm
Max torque 237 Nm @ 4,000 rpm

Max power 136kW @ 4,000 rpm
Max torque 400Nm @ 1,750 ~ 2,750 rpm
Safety
Strength & safety go hand-in-hand
Extensive use of high strength steel combined with a reinforced chassis design and the trusted hot-stamping process has created the safest and quietest Sportage yet.

Advanced High Strength Steel

Advanced High Strength Steel
Built using 51% high strength steel the Sportage is even stronger and lighter, giving you better handling and improved fuel efficiency.

5 Star ANCAP Rating

5 Star ANCAP Rating
The Sportage has achieved a 5 star ANCAP safety rating (2016 standard), and features dual front & side airbags, plus two side-curtain airbags all strategically placed to help protect occupants and potentially reduce injuries in the event of a collision.

Drivewise™ Safety Package

Drivewise™ Safety Package
The Kia Drivewise™ safety package consists of the standard fitment of Autonomous Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Electronic Stability Control, Downhill Brake Control & Hill Start Assist. On Sportage models from LX Plus and above the package also adds Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert as standard.

Forward Collision Avoidance Assist

Forward Collision Avoidance Assist
Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Junction View is the latest development of this technology. In addition to vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist detection, the system now also detects other road users on more acute angles, such as at an intersection, helping the driver safely navigate through, and applying the brakes if it detects danger.

Blind Spot Detection

Blind Spot Detection
The system detects approaching vehicles within a distance of up to 70 meters and warns you when they enter your blind spot zone, and that it may be dangerous to change lanes.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Rear Cross Traffic Alert
When backing out of a parking spot or driveway, the system warns the driver if it detects any cross traffic in the direction the vehicle is heading.
Range
Pick your ride.
NZ Govt Clean Car Feebates. Terms and conditions apply please refer to www.nzta.govt.nz for full details.
From April 1st 2022 (payable in addition to the vehicle On Road Costs- ORC's)
- Sportage Diesel - n/a
- Sportage 1.6T - no fee or rebate
- Sportage 2.0L - $1,090 fee
LX
Petrol 2WD
Features include:
- 2.0L Petrol Engine
- Front Wheel Drive
- 17” Alloy Wheels
- 6-speed Automatic
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Downhill Brake Control
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Cruise Control
- 7” LCD Touchscreen Infotainment
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
- 1,650kg Towing Capacity
LX Plus
Petrol 2WD
Features include:
- 2.0L Petrol Engine
- Front Wheel Drive
- 18” Alloy Wheels
- 6-speed Automatic
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Smart Key with Engine Start/Stop Button
- 7” LCD Touchscreen Infotainment
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
- 1,650kg Towing Capacity
Deluxe
Petrol AWD
Features include:
- 1.6L-T Petrol Engine
- All Wheel Drive
- 19” Alloy Wheels
- 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- LED Front Headlights
- 8-way Power Front Driver & Passenger Seats
- Heated & Ventilated Front Seats
- JBL® Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
- Wireless Smartphone Charger
- 8” LCD Touchscreen Infotainment
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
- Smart Power Tailgate
- 1,650kg Towing Capacity
X-Line
Petrol AWD
Features include:
- 1.6L-T Petrol Engine
- All Wheel Drive
- 19” Alloy Wheels (X-Line)
- 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- LED Front Headlights
- 8-way Power Front Driver & Passenger Seats
- Heated & Ventilated Front Seats
- JBL® Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
- Wireless Smartphone Charger
- 8” LCD Touchscreen Infotainment
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
- Smart Power Tailgate
- 1,650kg Towing Capacity
LX
Diesel AWD
Features include:
- 2.0L Diesel Engine
- All Wheel Drive
- 17” Alloy Wheels
- 8-speed Automatic
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- LED Front Headlights
- 8-way Power Front Driver & Passenger Seats
- Heated & Ventilated Front Seats
- JBL® Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
- Wireless Smartphone Charger
- 8” LCD Touchscreen Infotainment
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
- Smart Power Tailgate
- 1,900kg Towing Capacity
LX Plus
Diesel AWD
Features include:
- 2.0L Diesel Engine
- All Wheel Drive
- 18” Alloy Wheels
- 8-speed Automatic
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- LED Front Headlights
- 8-way Power Front Driver & Passenger Seats
- Heated & Ventilated Front Seats
- JBL® Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
- Wireless Smartphone Charger
- 8” LCD Touchscreen Infotainment
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
- Smart Power Tailgate
- 1,900kg Towing Capacity
Deluxe
Diesel AWD
Features include:
- 2.0L Diesel Engine
- All Wheel Drive
- 19” Alloy Wheels
- 8-speed Automatic
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- LED Front Headlights
- 8-way Power Front Driver & Passenger Seats
- Heated & Ventilated Front Seats
- JBL® Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
- Wireless Smartphone Charger
- 8” LCD Touchscreen Infotainment
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
- Smart Power Tailgate
- 1,900kg Towing Capacity
X-Line
Diesel AWD
Features include:
- 2.0L Diesel Engine
- All Wheel Drive
- 19” Alloy Wheels (X-Line)
- 8-speed Automatic
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Detection
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- LED Front Headlights
- 8-way Power Front Driver & Passenger Seats
- Heated & Ventilated Front Seats
- JBL® Premium Sound System with 8 Speakers
- Wireless Smartphone Charger
- 8” LCD Touchscreen Infotainment
- Apple CarPlay™ & Android Auto™
- Smart Power Tailgate
- 1,900kg Towing Capacity