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The current Sportage in Pakistan is an obsolete and discontinued 4th generation model although when it was launched in Pakistan in August 2019, it was relevant with respect to global offering. Internationally the model was replaced by a 5th gen in June 2021. Read about it here > https://bit.ly/3oPIN1j
Sportage has collected a lot of attention in Pakistan since its launch and actually the model which started the Crossover war in the country. It's sales statistics are open to all and still one of shortlisted choice.
Anyways, as per unconfirmed and unofficial news, KIA Pakistan will be launching a limited edition model / trim level to the existing AWD, FWD and Alpha lineup. Basically this will be 4th variant and will be top of the line version and possibly offered with AWD.
The BLACK EDITION was also offered in Europe for the 4th generation but it was called JBL BLACK EDITION. JBL for the fact that it was available with a JBL 8 speaker sound system including front central speaker + subwoofer. I am not sure if Pakistani version will be called just a BLACK EDITION or JBL BLACK EDITION. If it's just BLACK, we can assume there will be no JBL sound system.
Other highlights are mostly aesthetics which will include, blacked out front grill, dark accents for the headlights, black side view mirrors, blacked out door handles , black roof rails, black alloy wheels (might be 19" but no confirmation. Overseas model had 17" black alloys ) while there will be blacked out front and rear bumper skid plate, valance and KIA logos. We might see a slightly changed rear bumper & possibly a blacked colored SPORTAGE spelled emblem across on the rear hatch.
On the interior, expect black color theme like black headliner, black door panels, black seats. No other technical changes / features are expected on interior.
There is a strong rumor that KIA Pakistan might add ADAS safety equipment to the BLACK EDITION but no confirmation. If it becomes reality, there will be front collision warning system with auto braking and pedestrian detection, Lane keep assist, Blind spot monitoring and possibly adaptive cruise control.
No changes to engine or other stuff under the hood. BLACK EDITION will not be exclusive to black exterior color but also for other exterior shades , mean you can have BLACK EDITION on white exterior paint as well.
Lastly, expect a new price for the new version as in a typical fashion. The current AWD is priced at 8,570,000/- ( correct me if I am wrong). I expect the BALCK EDITION to jump over 9 Million easy peasy.
The BLACK EDITION will give the old discontinued global model a little more life in Pakistan especially when auto industry is going through rough times. Expect the new version to arrive @ dealers within a week time.
Please stay tuned for more details. Attached pictures are for reference only.
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