The third generation Sportage will come only for North America, with new design lines and hopefully new driving experience that would place the compact crossover at a higher level in the segment.

Kia haven’t released any details about the new model, waiting for Geneva to present the newest member of the family. The model looks a bit like the new Sorento, being longer, wider and lower and I guess it will keep the 2.4-liter inline-four found in the new Hyundai Tucson when it goes on sale this fall. I can say the US costumers will be a little dissappointed as other markets will get a range of gas and diesel power options from which to choose, but, in the end, the looks and strenght of the crossover will make them go over this aspect.