Has the Kia Sportage been redesigned for the 2023 model year?

When it comes to the world of SUVs, not many brands have as much of an impressive lineup of them as Kia. The Kia Sportage is one of the most popular offerings. Compact crossover SUVs are all the rage now. However, Kia has been a veteran in this segment by introducing the Sportage back in 1993. The Sportage has come a long way and has now been modernized drastically. Taking it a step further, the 2023 version of the Sportage is set to completely radicalize the compact SUV’s legacy. That said, has the Kia Sportage been redesigned for the 2023 model year? Well, we at Mark Martin Kia in Batesville, Arkansas, have listed out all the updates that the 2023 Sportage will get.

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2023 Kia Sportage’s Updates

The following are the 2023 Kia Sportage’s updates:

Most of the 2023 Sportage trims will be assembled alongside the Telluride, Sorento, and K5 at Kia’s West Point, Georgia plant.
Larger in multiple dimensional aspects compared to the previous generation, with best-in-class rear seat legroom and rear cargo capacity that is the largest in the segment.
“Opposites United” design philosophy that aims at blending futuristic and rugged design elements.
Comprehensive and distinct trim lineup that includes LX, EX, SX, SX-Prestige, plus new adventure-ready trims (X-Line, Sportage X-Pro, and X-Pro Prestige) that leverage Sportage AWD’s 1.5-inch increased ground clearance along with unique body and interior trims, as well as a new all-terrain tires and multi-terrain mode AWD (All-Wheel Drive) system.
Increased power output via a new 2.5-liter In-line four-cylinder engine that comes with a new eight-speed automatic transmission targeted to produce 187 horsepower.
Targeted to offer eight-percent better fuel-economy despite the larger overall size.
Eight standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including newly available features such as live feed Blind-Spot View Monitor within instrument cluster and 360-degree Surround View Monitor with 3D View.
Larger and more capable lineup featuring an all-new X-Line and Sportage X-Pro trims, as well as forthcoming electrified versions.
The 2023 Sportage will debut with near-luxury features including available dual panoramic curved 12.3-inch display screens.