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Kia Refreshes Sportage for 30th Anniversary With Digital Cabin and Broader Electrified Lineup

Spanish pricing is published alongside new driver-assistance tech, with the plug-in hybrid awaiting range certification.

Overview

  • Kia details an exterior refresh with Star Map lighting and new 17–19 inch wheels, paired with a cleaner dashboard and a spacious interior with a large, flexible boot, though reported cargo figures vary slightly between articles.
  • The cockpit adds dual 12.3 inch panoramic displays and a 10 inch head-up display, over-the-air updates, Digital Key 2.0, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, in-car payments and optional Harman Kardon audio, plus increased use of recycled polyester to 75%.
  • Powertrains cover gasoline and diesel mild-hybrid options and a hybrid rated up to 239 CV with 4x2 or 4x4, while a plug-in hybrid is announced and pending official electric-range homologation.
  • Safety and assistance features include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection and Level 2 highway driving assistance with lane-change help and evasive-manoeuvre support.
  • Spain pricing starts at €28,760 for the T-GDi Concept gasoline, €31,980 for the Concept 4x2 Hybrid and €38,180 for the 1.6 CRDi MHEV Drive diesel, with campaign and Plan Renove KIA discounts reported above €7,000.