On April 1, the 2025 Kia Sportage officially launched. The 1.5T and 2.0T models each added two versions: Luxury Comfort and Premium Smart. This brings the total to 12 models, priced between 179,800 and 237,800 yuan (32660$). From April 1 to 30, new buyers can enjoy a starting price of 115,800 yuan (15900$). Kia also offers multiple limited-time launch gifts. Customers can receive up to 11,000 yuan (1510$) in financial subsidies, an additional 3,000 yuan (410$) for loyal customers trading in, a 2,000 yuan (270$) fuel card for targeted groups, and five free basic maintenance services.
The 2025 Kia Sportage adopts Kia’s new design philosophy, “Opposites United.” It features “Bold for Nature” design elements. The design targets the aesthetic needs of Chinese consumers. It develops from the high-spec global X-Line version. The result is a more powerful and sporty exterior. The interior combines a sense of luxury with technology.
The 2025 Kia Sportage features Kia Connect and Baidu Smart Connectivity System 3.0. It includes a standard 12.3-inch colorful instrument panel and multimedia touchscreen. The system offers voice recognition, real-time navigation, remote control, home connectivity, and OTA updates. CarLife also supports many local apps, including iQIYI and QQ Music.
The 2025 Kia Sportage inherits classic qualities and strong performance. It also meets the travel needs of Chinese users. Four new models enhance comfort and smart features. The 1.5T Luxury Enjoy Edition adds a panoramic sunroof, power driver’s seat, and heated, power-folding side mirrors. The 2.0T Luxury Enjoy Edition includes a panoramic sunroof and power-folding, heated side mirrors. The 1.5T and 2.0T Prestige Smart Enjoy Editions add SVM 360° panoramic view and BVM side rear view features.
The 2025 Kia Sportage features a powerful smart driving assistance system. It includes 10 standard smart driving assistance functions. These functions are FCA forward collision avoidance, FCW forward collision warning, LFA lane following assistance, LKA lane keeping assistance, LDW lane departure warning, ISLA intelligent speed limit assistance, DAW driver fatigue reminder, and HBA intelligent high and low beam adjustment. The FCA function effectively identifies vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles. It actively brakes to prevent collisions. Its recognition accuracy and response speed surpass traditional AEB. This greatly enhances travel safety.
The 2025 Kia Sportage offers five advanced driving assistance features. It includes HDA for highway driving, NSCC-Z/C for navigation-based smart cruise control, BCW for blind spot collision warning, RCCA for rear cross-traffic collision assistance, and SEW for safe exit warning. These features provide comprehensive safety protection across parking lots, urban roads, rural roads, and highways. The 2025 Kia Sportage is the only model in its class to offer three powertrains: 1.5T, 2.0T, and 2.0L HEV. The fuel models come standard with an 8AT transmission, while the hybrid models feature a 6AT transmission. This variety meets diverse performance needs. The 1.5T-GDI engine uses Kia’s unique fourth-generation CVVD technology. It achieves high-quality results from Atkinson, Otto, and Miller cycles. This technology boosts engine efficiency, delivering a maximum output of 200Ps and 253N·m of torque, leading its class. The efficient and reliable 8AT transmission enhances overall power and fuel efficiency.
The 2.0T-GDI engine delivers strong performance. It produces a maximum power of 236 Ps and a maximum torque of 353 N·m. The engine reaches its peak torque at 1500 rpm and maintains power output up to 5000 rpm. This allows the 2.0T model to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds. The 2.0L HEV version features a leading TMED hybrid system. This system generates a maximum power of 200 Ps and a maximum torque of 350 N·m, achieving a combined WLTC fuel consumption of 5.6 L/100 km. It also allows for electric-only driving at startup and low speeds. The 2025 Kia Sportage features advanced front MacPherson and rear multi-link independent suspension. The 2.0T version offers an optional electronic on-demand four-wheel drive system. This system automatically adjusts the front and rear wheel drive power. Together with optimized weight distribution, steering, braking systems, and body strength, the 2.0T AWD version provides a sporty driving experience. The 2025 Kia Sportage builds on Kia’s third-generation i-GMP platform. The new vehicle adheres to global manufacturing standards. It uses a three-layer longitudinal beam design, connecting high-strength steel square frames with the main longitudinal beams to form a cage-like structure. This enhances safety and establishes a high-quality foundation for global SUVs. Thanks to the i-GMP platform’s redesigned body structure and optimized engine bay layout, the 2025 Kia Sportage features a short front overhang and a long wheelbase. The compact SUV measures 4,670 mm in length and boasts a wheelbase of 2,755 mm. It achieves a 59% ratio for headroom and legroom, leading its class. With 545 L of trunk space and hidden storage solutions, it offers the comfort and flexibility of a midsize SUV.
The 2025 Kia Sportage features an optimized chassis layout. It uses double-layer soundproof glass with added sound insulation film. The design includes built-in soundproof materials in the A and B pillars. It also optimizes the engine pulley structure. These improvements significantly reduce road noise, wind noise, acceleration noise, and idle vibration. The rear seats boast a high-angle seating design and support heating. They feature quilted leather craftsmanship. The car includes a smart air purification system. It also offers a Harman Kardon premium sound system with ASD virtual engine sound.