2025 Kia Sportage

The 2025 Sportage offers a selection of meticulously crafted trims, each exuding distinct character while all share robust, bold styling. From the introductory LX trim, you’ll find sculpted contours, the signature tiger-nose grille flanked by angular LED projector headlamps, and boomerang-shaped LED daytime running lights. The EX adds sophistication with chrome accents, a brilliant gloss-black grille, and heated side mirrors that are welcome on cold mornings. The SX and SX Prestige feature premium features and finishes, as well as advanced LED lighting, a Smart Power Liftgate, and up to 19-inch wheel designs. The X-Line and X-Pro trims appeal to the wild at heart, boasting skid plates, high-utility roof rails, durable black cladding, and all-terrain tires, while the Sportage X-Pro Prestige stands as a testament to rugged elegance, featuring exclusive blackout trim,17-inch matte black alloy wheels, and multi-terrain drive modes to back up its elite and aggressive look. With available sunroof options and exclusive 2-tone color choices like Jungle Green with an Ebony Black roof, these top-tier trims are perfectly suited for Maine’s lush forests and beyond.

The Sportage is powered by a dynamic 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, delivering a robust 187 hp and 178 lbs.-ft. of torque. Mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, this powertrain ensures responsive acceleration and a smooth driving experience.

Performance is at the core of the Sportage's design. The available active all-wheel drive system with Multi-Terrain Mode provides enhanced traction and control across various driving conditions, be it deep snow, mud, or sand, while Sport mode gives you a thrill with sharper throttle response and handling. The vehicle's independent suspension system has been finely tuned to offer a balance between comfort and agility, ensuring a composed ride on both city streets and rugged terrains. Additionally, the X-Line and X-Pro trims dominate anything in their path with 8.3 inches of ground clearance and higher approach and departure angles, making it a versatile companion for all your adventures.

Step inside the 2025 Sportage, and you're greeted by an interior that epitomizes modern luxury and convenience. The cabin features class-leading cargo space, offering 39.6 cu. ft. behind the second row, expandable to 74.1 cu. ft. with the rear seats folded. Rear passengers enjoy 41.3 inches of legroom, ensuring comfort on long journeys. The available 12.3-inch dual panoramic displays provide wireless smartphone integration, navigation, entertainment, and vehicle settings, while the available Harman Kardon® premium audio system delivers an immersive listening experience. Nearly every trim indulges front passengers with heated, 10-way power-adjustable SynTex seating with 2-way lumbar, while higher trims add ventilation as well. Amenities like ambient LED lighting, a wireless charging pad, solar control glass, and a heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel further elevate the cabin's serenity and convenience, urging you to take the long road home.

An IIHS Top Safety Pick+, safety is built into the 2025 Sportage’s structure. Kia’s Drive Wise suite of driver assistance systems includes Auto Emergency Braking with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Car Detection, which uses sensors and cameras to monitor the road ahead and can automatically apply the brakes if a potential collision is detected. The Blind-Spot View Monitor displays live video of adjacent lanes in the instrument cluster when the turn signal is activated, enhancing driver awareness. Additionally, the 360° Surround View Monitor utilizes multiple cameras to provide a comprehensive view around the vehicle, aiding in parking and low-speed maneuvers. These features, among others, contribute to the Sportage's commitment to occupant safety.