2025 Kia Sportage Model Review - Houston, TX

What's New for the 2025 Kia Sportage?

The 2025 Kia Sportage is a compact SUV designed with the features that busy drivers need. This year, the X-Line and X-Pro trims come standard with gloss black badges and accents. Additionally, the Sportage EX debuts a new Premium package, which includes a hands-free power liftgate, a sunroof, and more.

What Are the 2025 Sportage Trims & Features?

With a range of trim levels, the 2025 Sportage offers options to suit every driver. The base LX model features a digital instrument cluster, 8-inch touchscreen, LED headlights, and 17-inch alloy wheels. The Sportage EX steps up with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, remote start, heated front seats, and a wireless charging pad. For those seeking a rugged edge, the X-Line comes with standard all-wheel drive and a center-locking differential.

The SX trim adds premium touches like a hands-free liftgate, driver's seat memory settings, and LED interior lighting. In the SX Prestige, you'll find ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel. The X-Pro trim is built for off-road adventures with all-terrain tires, a heated windshield, and alloy pedal covers. Topping the lineup, the X-Pro Prestige combines the off-road capability of the X-Pro with the upscale features of the SX Prestige.

How Much Horsepower Does the 2025 Sportage Have?

Every 2025 Sportage is powered by a 2.5L four-cylinder engine that delivers 187 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive comes standard on most trims, with all-wheel drive standard on the X-Line and X-Pro. Other trims can be upgraded to AWD.

What Safety Features Does the 2025 Sportage Include?

The 2025 Sportage comes with an array of standard safety features, including rear parking sensors, driver attention monitoring, and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking. Every trim level also includes a lane-keeping system and lane departure mitigation. Starting from the EX trim, you'll also get blind-spot monitoring and a rear passenger safe-exit system for added peace of mind.