The Kia Sportage is available with 3 powertrains in the Saudi market, what are the highlights of this car? The reason why it has achieved good sales in Saudi Arabia, let's take a look.
Exterior
The new design of the Kia Sportage is especially striking among its competitors.
Its strong and powerful shape is complemented by an innovative front grille and headlamp combination.
The GT-line version enhances the sporty look with a more aggressive exterior design.
Dimensions: With a length of 4515mm and a width of 1865mm, the GT guarantees a spacious ride, while a height of 1650mm and a wheelbase of 2680mm provide excellent interior comfort and stability.
Wheel Options: A wide range of alloy wheels from 17 inches to 19 inches are available in the Saudi region.
Interior & Comfort
The interior design of the Kia Sportage reaches new heights of technology and comfort. Its curved, high-definition display blends seamlessly into the center console, allowing the driver to operate it with ease. The seats feature a combination of materials, including faux leather, leather and tumbled leather, further enhancing the luxury and comfort of the seats.
The front seats are ventilated, and depending on configuration, the Sportage's interior materials range from fabric to faux leather and leather, with the GT-line model featuring a combination of leather and tumbled leather, providing an even higher level of texture and luxurious ambience to the interior.
Technologies
Kia Sportage is excellent in terms of technological features, especially in the Saudi market, where many owners have a high demand for intelligent cars.Sportage is loaded with numerous high-tech features that make driving easier and more enjoyable.
Panoramic Curved Display: The new 12.3-inch HD curved display integrates driver assistance and entertainment information in a simple, intuitive and easy-to-use package.
Wireless Charging: A wireless charging tray in the center console supports fast charging of compatible devices and reduces wire clutter.
Multi-Zone Automatic A/C: The top-of-the-line model is equipped with a dual-zone automatic climate control system, allowing front and rear passengers to set different temperatures according to their needs.
The Sportage's multimedia system supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, allowing users to seamlessly access features such as cell phone navigation, music and communications.
Engine
The Saudi market offers a wide range of powertrains to meet the needs of different consumers, and the Kia Sportage's engine range utilizes Hyundai's Smartstream technology to deliver strong power with excellent fuel economy.
2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine: 156 hp and 19.6 kgm of torque.
1.6-liter turbocharged engine: 180 hp and 27 kgm of torque.
1.6-liter diesel engine: 136 hp and 32.6 kgm of torque.
All powerplants are equipped with Kia's Shift By Wire electronic gearshift system and Drive Mode Select, which allows the driver to select the appropriate driving mode for the best driving experience depending on the road conditions.
Safety
Safety is a key selling point of the Kia Sportage, especially with its equipped Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technology, which offers additional assurance for the complex road conditions in the Saudi region.
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
• Lane Keeping Assist (LFA)
• Smart Cruise Control (SCC)
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
Price
The Kia Sportage is available in the Saudi market in a variety of configurations, priced as follows:
2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine priced at approximately SAR 90,000-110,000
1.6-liter turbocharged engine, priced at approximately SAR 115,000-130,000
1.6-liter turbocharged engine, priced at approximately SAR 140,000
Summary
The Kia Sportage performs well in the Saudi market both in terms of exterior design, interior workmanship, and powertrain and safety. With a diverse selection of models and a reasonable price range, it has gained good sales, so if you are interested in this car, you may want to go for a test drive yourself.
Adrian is an Editor. Psychology graduate with over 4 years in the automotive industry, 3 in front of the camera. Occasionally seen at his family owned tyre shop. He will only buy cars that pass the big bottle test.
