Kia is making a number of tweaks to the recently-introduced new Sportage. As well as the introduction of a ‘GT-line S’ model, a ‘KX-5’ version and a 1.7 CRDi DCT powertrain are now available. An updated multimedia system and new paint options have also been added to the line-up.

Kia says the ‘GT-Line’ version of the Sportage has proved to be a big success in its first year, and now the ‘GT-Line S’ will provide the looks and styling of the GT-Line with a number of high level specification items to add further appeal. The ‘GT-Line S’ will be paired with the 2.0 CRDi 6-speed auto and the 1.6 T-GDi 7-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 range-topping KX-5, available with a 2.0 CRDi engine and 6-speed automatic transmission. It features two-tone leather upholstery, electronic parking brake, wireless phone charging plus other features over the KX-4.

On ‘2’ and ‘3’ grades, the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) paired with the 1.7 CRDi engine will be available. This improves the MPG and lowers the CO2 when compared to traditional automatics. MY17 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.

As for the updated paint strategy, customers can choose whether to have Standard at no additional cost or Optional and Premium paint colours, for which the price will vary accordingly.