Frankfurt Auto Show: Get a closer look at the new Kia Sportage !

Now in its fourth reincarnation, Kia Sportage debuted successfully in front of journalists present at the Auto Show in Frankfurt. The Korean crossover, built on the same platform with the new Tucson, surprises with a new design evolved, the origins of which are found in its predecessor.

The SUV now looks even more spacious, especially in the back and this is reflected in pictures. The interior combines a number of features in common with Optima models and Carens MPV, aligning instant popular Kia models in the current range. Contrary to the new trends to replace hard buttons type with displays and voice commands, Kia wanted to keep the classic ones. A good decision, we say, to have direct access to the necessary functions without navigation through complex menus.

As Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage share the same platform, do not be wonder the latter will borrow and engines, including drive 1.6-liter naturally aspirated, which develops 135 horsepower and turbo version of its 176 horsepower. On the diesel engine of 1.7 liters and see 115 horsepower, followed by a 2.0-liter big brother, which delivers between 136 and 184 horsepower, depending on the version.