December brings new changes to the all-new Sportage. The model, launched in February 2016, has sold 35,000 since then.
As well as the introduction of a GT-line S model, a KX-5 version and a 1.7-litre DCT powertrain are now available.
An updated multimedia system and new paint options have also been added to the line-up. This means 2017 is set to be an exciting year for Sportage customers and the Korean car manufacturer hopes they will continue the Sportage’s popularity.
GT-Line on the Sportage has proved to be a big success in its first year, and now the range sees an even higher specification, the GT-Line S.
This will provide the looks and styling of the GT-Line with a number of high level specification items to add further appeal to the line-up.
The GT-Line S will be paired with the high powered 2.0-litre CRDi six-speed auto and the 1.6-litre T-GDi seven-speed auto DCT powertrains. Additions also include a heated steering wheel, headlamp washers, bi-xenon headlamps, smart park assist system plus much more.
Replacing the First Edition is the KX-5. This is a range-topping, highly specified model that showcases the full extent of technology that the Sportage range has to offer, available with a 2.0-litre CRDi engine and six-speed automatic transmission.
It features two-tone leather upholstery, electronic parking brake, wireless phone charging plus much more over the KX-4.
On 2 and 3 grades, the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission paired with the 1.7-litre CRDi engine will be available. This improves the miles per gallon and lowers the CO2 when compared to traditional automatics.
The 2017 Sportage also has an upgraded multimedia system from the 2 grade and above, offering a number of key improvements such as 3D mapping, SD map updates, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.