The new Kia Sportage, is celebrating its 25 anniversary. The model was recently upgraded this summer with a range of enhancements to further cement its position as the brand’s best-selling model in Europe.

To celebrate 25 years of the Kia Sportage, a special ‘Edition 25’ grade is available at Tates Kia in Pyecombe and paired exclusively with the 1.6 GDi engine with manual transmission. Priced at £25,655, equipment highlights include 17-inch alloy wheels, black cloth and leather upholstery and premium paint, as well as an eight-speaker JBL® premium sound system with sub-woofer, external amp and front centre speaker, an 8.0-inch touchscreen satellite navigation system and Android Auto ^TM and Apple CarPlay^TM smartphone compatibility.

In addition, there’s Kia’s Smart Entry system, heated front and rear outer seats, heated steering wheel, LED-bi function headlights with adaptive lighting system, LED rear lights, front and rear parking sensors and a 360-degree Around View Monitor with Reversing Camera System. Safety is taken care of thanks to Forward Collision-Avoidance, including pedestrian monitoring, as well as Driver Attention Warning, Speed Limit Information Function, High Beam Assist, Lane Keep Assist System and Blind-Spot Collision Warning.

Kia – New Sportage

The new Kia Sportage offers striking good looks with serious off-road credentials and a luxurious interior packed with modern features. Excellent reliability and a highly efficient range of engines, combined with Kia's seven-year warranty, provide the ultimate in care-free motoring.

Exterior

Bold, sporty lines and premium details give the Sportage undeniable kerb appeal. With its narrow, extended headlamps and shapely ‘tiger nose’ grille, it has an aggressive attitude, while an aerodynamic silhouette supports its fierce style with efficiency. A wide range of different trim levels offers various styling options, ensuring every drive turns heads. Choose from 16-19-inch alloy wheels, LED or bi-xenon headlamps and add a panoramic roof for the ultimate airy cabin on the GT Line S variant.​

Interior

Inside the new Kia Sportage, the high-quality materials and luxurious finishes are immediately apparent and guarantee that every journey will impress. Whether you’re heading to the shops or off the beaten track, you’ll stay connected and entertained thanks to a DAB radio and Bluetooth with music streaming. Higher specs, meanwhile, add an 8-inch touchscreen navigation system, heated steering wheel and ventilated front seats for optimum comfort.

Engines and Performance

The new Sportage is available with a range of high-performance, low-emission diesel engines. If the economy is your priority, opt for the 1.7-litre CRDi unit, which returns up to 61.4mpg while offering an ample 139bhp for effortless driving. If it’s performance you want, the 2.0-litreCRDioption delivers a powerful 182bhp, making acceleration swift and towing simple.​

Safety and Technology

Protecting you and your passengers is of paramount importance, which is why the Kia Sportage comes with high levels of standard safety equipment across the entire range. In addition to active measures such as stability control and anti-lock brakes, all models come with front and rear airbags, ISOFIX child seat anchor points and impact sensing auto door unlocking.