# Kia Sportage Next-Gen Spy Photos Reveal Design Shift

> Kia's next-gen Sportage spy photos show bold new design and tech upgrades for 2028.
- Title: Kia Sportage Next-Gen Spy Photos Reveal Design Shift
- Summary: Kia's next-gen Sportage spy photos show bold new design and tech upgrades for 2028. Kia will launch a redesigned Sportage in spring 2028 with Pleos…
- Keywords: kia sportage, pleos infotainment, hybrid system, 2028 model, kia, hyundai tucson, crossover, cars, culture, Sportage, Next-Gen, Spy
- Source: Jalopnik — https://jalopnik.com/2278198/2028-kia-sportage-crossover-spy-photos
- Author: Daniel Golson
- Published: 2026-10-05T21:29:57+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: kia sportage, pleos infotainment, hybrid system, 2028 model, kia, hyundai tucson, crossover, cars, culture
## Kia Sportage Lifespan Shortens
Kia's top-selling Sportage has a shorter lifecycle than most cars, with only a 2026 facelift after 2021 debut.
## 2026 Sportage Facelift Details
The 2026 Sportage features tall rectangular headlights and a thin LED running light that kinks up to the hood edge.
## New Interior Tech
The Sportage will get HMG's Pleos infotainment system with active-safety features and over-the-air updates.
## Engine and Efficiency
The Sportage will switch to a turbocharged 1.6-liter four with hybrid options for better fuel efficiency.
## 2028 Launch Timeline
Kia plans a global reveal for the 2028 Sportage in spring 2028, with U.S. sales by year-end.
## X-Pro Equivalent Expected
The Sportage will likely get an X-Pro variant similar to the Tucson's rugged XRT Pro model.
## Key takeaway

Kia will launch a redesigned Sportage in spring 2028 with Pleos infotainment and hybrid options.