- Design Updated exterior and interior design.[3]
- Powertrain New EcoDynamics+ 48V diesel mild-hybrid powertrain, the first launched under Kia's global electrification strategy.[3]
- Powertrain A new 1.6-litre U3 diesel was introduced.[3]
- Powertrain Idle Stop & Go became standard and all petrol engines received particulate filters.[3]
- Design In North America the facelift arrived mid-2019 as an early 2020 model, with new headlights and bumpers.[1]
Kia Sportage · Fourth generation · production 2015–2021
Kia Sportage (QL)
Key facts
| Production | September 2015[1] – 2021[1] |
|---|---|
| First shown | September 2015, Frankfurt Motor Show[1] |
| Model years | 2017–(end not documented) (North America)[1] 2017–2022 (market not stated)[1] |
| Codes | QL model code[1] |
| Names by market | Kia KX5 (China)[1] |
| Platform | Not documented here |
| Assembly | Gwangju, South Korea[1] Žilina, Slovakia[3] Yancheng, China (DYK)[1] Gurun, Malaysia (NAM)[1] Kaliningrad, Russia (Avtotor)[1] Karachi, Pakistan (Kia Lucky Motors)[1] Batna, Algeria (GLOVIZ)[1] |
| Body styles | 5-door SUV[1] |
| Seating | Not documented here |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive — market not stated[1] All-wheel drive — market not stated[1] |
Photos
What changed from the SL
Facelifts and updates
- Design China-only restyle with headlamps integrated into the grille and a slightly revised rear.[1]
Dimensions
| Market | Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market not stated | — | 4,480 mm (176.4 in) | 1,855 mm (73.0 in) | — | 2,670 mm (105.1 in) | [1] |
| China | Kia KX5 | 4,550 mm (179.1 in) | — | 1,655 mm (65.2 in) | — | [1] |
| Europe | Kia Austria, as the predecessor in the 2021 Sportage press kit | 4,485 mm (176.6 in) | 1,855 mm (73.0 in) | 1,645 mm (64.8 in) | 2,670 mm (105.1 in) | [4] |
Figures are as published by the source for that market and version; widths usually exclude mirrors. Conversions in brackets are ours.
Luggage capacity
| Market | Version | Measured behind | Volume | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | — | 2nd row | 503 L | not stated | [4] |
The source does not say how the volume was measured. Volumes measured by different methods are not comparable.
Powertrains
| Version | Market | Type | Engine / motor | Power | Torque | Transmission | Drive | Years | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 GDi | Market not stated | Petrol | 1.6-litre petrol | 97 kW (132 PS) | 161 Nm (119 lb-ft) | — | — | — | [1] |
| 2.0 petrol | Market not stated | Petrol | 2.0-litre petrol | 120 kW (163 PS) | 200 Nm (148 lb-ft) | — | — | — | [1] |
| 2.4 petrol | Market not stated | Petrol | 2.4-litre petrol | 138 kW (188 PS) | 241 Nm (178 lb-ft) | — | — | — | [1] |
| 1.6 T-GDi | Market not stated | Petrol | 1.6 T-GDi turbo-petrol | 130 kW (177 PS) | 265 Nm (195 lb-ft) | optional 7-speed dual-clutch | — | — | [1] |
| 2.0 R diesel | Market not stated | Diesel | 2.0-litre R-series turbo-diesel | 135 kW (184 PS) | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) | — | — | — | [1] |
| 2.4 (North America) | North America | Petrol | naturally aspirated 2.4-litre inline-four | 181 hp (135 kW) | 175 lb-ft (237 Nm) | 6-speed automatic | — | — | [1] |
| 2.0 turbo (North America) | North America | Petrol | turbocharged 2.0-litre inline-four | 240 hp (179 kW) | 260 lb-ft (353 Nm) | 6-speed automatic | — | — | [1] |
| 2.0 EcoDynamics+ diesel mild hybrid (facelift) | Europe | Mild hybrid | 2.0-litre diesel with 48V mild-hybrid | 185 PS (136 kW) | — | — | — | 2018– | [3] |
Power is shown in the unit the source uses first (kW, metric PS or SAE hp), with our conversion in brackets. A blank cell means the source does not state it.
Notes
- Length conflict: Wikipedia gives 4,480 mm; Kia Austria's 2021 press kit gives this generation (as the predecessor of the fifth generation) as 4,485 mm long, 1,855 mm wide, 1,645 mm high with a 2,670 mm wheelbase. Both are recorded.
- The 503-litre figure is Kia Austria's 'max. 503 Liter' for the predecessor's luggage space with seats up; the standard is not stated.
- On-sale in Europe for the 2018 facelift: Kia Europe gives Q3 2018. Pakistan production continued 2019–2025 (Wikipedia).
- Wikipedia's powertrain prose does not name markets for the international engines, so they are recorded as 'unstated'.
Sources
- Kia Sportage — Wikipedia Reference work (read 9 October 2026)
- Shaping the Sportage | The Evolution of an Urban SUV — Kia Corporation Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- Sportage (2018 upgrade) — Kia Europe press, July 2018 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- Pressemappe Kia Sportage — Kia Austria press Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
Wikipedia sources link to the exact revision that was read. Specifications differ between markets, years and versions; each figure is shown with the market and version its source states.