Since 1993, the Kia Sportage has been a compact SUV (classified as a compact crossover SUV since 2004) produced by the South Korean automaker Kia. In Kia's SUV lineup, the Sportage sits between the three-row Sorento and the lightweight Seltos. After its introduction, Pakistanis have adored the KIA Sportage. Every road in Lahore and other major cities is lined with Sportages. The positive news is that a new version of KIA Sportage is in development and has already been spotted in the United States. Even if the vehicle is highly camouflaged, the identity of Sportage can be seen.

KIA Sportage 5th generation:

Kia is currently testing the 5th iteration of its most popular car, the Sportage, and spy shots as well as a few speculative renderings have already surfaced on the internet, giving us a glimpse of the new model's design language. Auto enthusiasts in Pakistan have something different to look forward to after the South Korean multinational automobile maker KIA Motors arrived in the country. Pakistanis adore the new KIA and other company models that have added variety to the country. The auto-titan quickly established a strong foothold in the world. Now, KIA enthusiasts and prospective buyers will look forward to yet another exciting addition to the KIA family. According to reports, the next-generation KIA Sportage is on the way.

Despite the fact that much of the knowledge available is dependent on guesswork, we can get a clear sense of what to expect from the version.

Engine Performance:

According to rumors, the upcoming Sportage will be powered by the same engine as the Hyundai Tucson. The SUV will be available in hybrid versions, according to the brand. For the 5th generation Sportage, there will be two powertrain choices.

A 2.5-liter naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine is standard on the base model. A hybrid version with a 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-four engine is available.

For a few countries, Tucson is also available with a range of diesel engines. With a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine that produces upwards of 280 horsepower, the new Sportage is expected to get sporty trim levels in its lineup.

When it comes to the engine, the NQ5 is said to be fitted with an eight-speed automatic transmission that produces 190 horsepower. A 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with plug-in hybrid or hybrid technologies may also be available.

Design and Specifications:

Kia Motors initially planned to release long-body models of the new Sportage in major markets such as South Korea and Europe. This is due to Kia's recent attempts to secure a wide range of SUV models, product diversification due to the semi-midsize SUV market's weakness, and hopes of the first-generation Sportage Grand (Long body) returning after 20 years.

This longer body may have made its way to the current Tucson as well, although it has now been reported that it would only be available in the standard edition, which is larger but still seats five people to avoid competing with the Santa Fe. In Kia's case, they said at the time that the long body will only be available in China.

An exclusive headlight treatment can be seen in spy shots of the upcoming KIA Sportage. The headlights are placed low on the car, the grille has a unique texture, and the hood has an irregular cutline. The car's new slanting rear, teardrop-style tail lights, and spoiler configuration give it a sportier appearance. We're looking forward to seeing the recently completed device, which will most likely be unveiled later this year. Like its counterpart, the Hyundai Tucson, the latest Sportage will be offered in both short and long-wheelbase models. The spy photos show the European-market Sportage with a shorter wheelbase.

The upcoming Sportage is not like the current Hyundai Tucson, tends to have clearer body lines and a more aggressive silhouette. Although it is extensively camouflaged, its unusual front fascia can still be seen.

Safety Measures:

Although radically different in style from the Hyundai Tucson, the upcoming model will have the same underpinnings as the newest generation Tucson. However, the next-generation Sportage will lack the polygonal creases on the sides that the new breed of Hyundai models has.

Following measures would be seen in the upcoming Kia sport age 5^th – Gen:

• Blind-Spot View Monitor • Highway Driving Assist (HDA) • Surround View Monitor • Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) • Lane Following Assist (LFA) • Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCTAA) • Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) • High Beam Assist (HBA) • Driver Attention Alert (DAW) • Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCTAA (RCCA).

Launching and Price:

According to rumors, the 2023 KIA Sportage will be unveiled later this year for global markets. The US update will most likely not be out until 2022. Pakistan is the last country in line to receive the fifth-generation Sportage. The 4th generation Sportage will be sold for at least three to four years before KIA Lucky Motors considers taking the next one to Pakistan.