Sportage 1st Generation
Kia
2021 - present
SUV
Body Type
AWD
Drivetrain
1575 kg
Weight
54 L
Fuel Tank
Description
Fifth generation with radical boomerang LED lights, curved dual 12.3" screens, available with hybrid and PHEV, sharing platform with Tucson.
General Information
Height:
1650 mm (65 in)
Generation:
1st Generation
Production Years:
2021 - present
Body Type:
SUV
Drivetrain:
AWD
Engines Used:
—
Drag Coefficient:
0.33 Cd
Braking & Suspension
Front Brakes:
—
Rear Brakes:
—
Front Suspension:
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension:
Multi-link
Dimensions & Weight
Length:
4515 mm (177.8 in)
Width:
1865 mm (73.4 in)
Height:
1650 mm (65 in)
Wheelbase:
2680 mm (105.5 in)
Ground Clearance:
182 mm (7.2 in)
Curb Weight:
1575-1925 kg (3473-4245 lbs)
Gross Weight:
2280 kg (5027 lbs)
Payload:
705 kg (1555 lbs)
Towing (braked):
1650 kg (3638 lbs)
Fuel Tank:
54 L
Trunk & Interior
Trunk (seats up):
591 L (20.9 cu.ft)
Trunk (seats down):
1780 L (62.9 cu.ft)
Seating:
5 seats
Wheels & Tires
Wheel Size:
17" - 19"
Tire Size (Front):
—
Tire Size (Rear):
—
Performance Range
0-100 km/h:
7.9 - 10.6 s
Top Speed:
188-201 km/h (117-125 mph)
Transmission:
6-speed manual / 8-speed automatic
Gearbox Options:
—
Performance figures vary by engine modification.
Safety & Equipment
Airbags:
7
Safety Systems:
ABS, ESC, Drive Wise, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance
Climate Control:
Dual-zone automatic
Power Steering:
Electric
Euro NCAP Rating:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Classification & Production
Car Class:
Compact SUV
Platform:
Hyundai N3
Production Country:
Slovakia / South Korea
Factory Location:
Žilina, Slovakia / Gwangju, South Korea
Units Produced:
—
Original Price:
—
Gallery
Advantages
- Design is bold and distinctive with boomerang LED lights and sharp creases that make a real statement.
- Interior is spacious with generous legroom for all passengers and a large 591-liter boot.
- Equipment is excellent across the range with features like dual 12.3-inch curved displays as standard.
- Plug-in hybrid version offers up to 57km electric range with impressive combined efficiency.
- Industry-leading 7-year warranty provides exceptional peace of mind and protection.
Pay Attention
- The polarizing design with busy details won't appeal to everyone looking for subtlety.
- Ride quality is firm especially on the GT-Line trim making it less comfortable on poor roads.
- Visibility is challenging with thick pillars and complex body lines making parking tricky.
- Hybrid versions command a significant price premium over conventional engines.
- Some interior plastics feel cheap in lower areas despite the otherwise premium ambiance.