Updated: November 2026. The Kia Sportage is an upcoming SUV expected to launch in India at an estimated ₹25 Lakh (ex-showroom). It is expected to get 2.0L diesel engine up to 181 bhp, a manual transmission and features such as a turbo-petrol engine. Once launched, it will rival the Mahindra XEV 9e, Toyota Hilux and Tata Sierra EV.
| Variants | Estimated Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Sportage new
1999 cc . Manual . Diesel
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Rs. 25.00 Lakh Estimated Price | Alert Me When Launched |
| Engine | : 1999 CC |
| Power | : 181bhp |
| Transmission | : Manual Only |
| Fuel Type | : Diesel |
The shiny bright red SUV is indeed the Sportage. Think of this SUV as Kia’s version of the Hyundai Tucson. It slots in a segment above the likes of the Duster, Creta and Kicks, and is comparable to SUVs such as the XUV500 and the Jeep Compass. Kia has confirmed that this SUV will not be coming to India anytime soon. Instead, Kia will be launching a smaller SUV that’s based on the Concept SP that was showcased at the 2018 Auto Expo.
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