Kia Sportage (NQ5). 2021 to date (prod. n/a). 5-door SUV, 5-door LWB SUV. F/F, F/A, 1598, 1999, 2497 cm³ petrol, 1598 cm³–1·49 kWh petrol–electric hybrid, 13·8 kWh–1598 cm³ electric–petrol hybrid, 1598, 1998 cm³ diesel, 1999 cm³ LPG (I4 DOHC). Fifth-generation Sportage, on shared platform with Hyundai Tucson (NX4). Attractive exterior, a departure from earlier Sportages and a shift upmarket, with futuristic ‘boomerang’ headlights and chrome beltline. Electronically controlled continuous damping to aid handling and stability, but overall a soft ride. Both a 12-inch infotainment screen and a 12-inch instrument cluster inside, and over-the-air software updates. Short-wheelbase, four-light version for UK and Europe, with overall length reduced by 85 mm.

Manufacturing location: Gwangju, Korea

Marque: Kia | Model: Kia Sportage | Predecessor: Kia Sportage (QL)

Off-site link

• J. Yan: ‘For all seasons’, Lucire, July 4, 2022