2026 Kia Sportage Facelift Test Drive (1.6T Gasoline): First Drive & In-Depth Impressions

Join us for an exclusive first drive of the 2026 Kia Sportage Gasoline (1.6 Turbo) Facelift!💨 From its enhanced driving dynamics to impressive fuel efficiency, this video dives deep into everything you need to know about the latest Sportage Facelift. I have a lot of Sportage videos down the line coming up, so stay tuned! ✓ Gasoline vs. Hybrid ✓ Pre-facelift vs. Facelift ✓ Long distance drives ✓ Real-world fuel economy ✓ VS. Hyundai Tucson What you'll see in this video: ✅ Real-world 1.6T + 8spd Auto performance ✅ Test drive impressions on city roads and highways ✅ Fuel efficiency insights ✅ Comfort and ride quality 👉 Also, check out our previous video for a first look, walkaround, and detailed exterior & interior review of the Sportage Facelift here: 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid(HEV) Test Drive: Real-World Driving & Hybrid Tech Explained! (143K views)    • 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid(HEV) Test Drive: ...   2026 Kia Sportage Facelift: In-Depth First Look, Walkaround, Exterior & Interior Features Explained! (119K views)    • 2026 Kia Sportage Facelift: In-Depth First...   🔇 2026 Kia Sportage Facelift - First Look Walkaround | Exterior & Interior Review (No Narration) (240K views)    • 🔇 2026 Kia Sportage Facelift – First Look ...   And Korean review with my wife DumA: 🇰🇷 2026 Kia Sportage Facelift First Look & Walkaround! In-Depth Exterior & Interior Review (ENG SUB) (31K views)    • 🇰🇷 2026 Kia Sportage Facelift First Look &...   📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for the latest car reviews, first drives, and test drives from Korea’s vibrant car scene! 🚘 🇰🇷 KDM automotive parts & merchandise carefully curated by DK Kim of CarSceneKorea YouTube channel👇 https://carscenekorea.myshopify.com/ ✅ Timestamp 0:00 2026 Kia Sportage Facelift Test Drive (1.6T Gasoline): First Drive & In-Depth Impressions 1:24 Sportage 1.6T Gasoline specifications, transmissions 2:56 Fuel economy, mpg 2026 Sportage Facelift 1.6T Gasoline 3:14 Acceleration #1 3:43 Acceleration #2 4:02 Acceleration #3 4:49 Fuel economy 6:25 Advantage or benefit of Sportage hybrid? 7:08 Interior differences 8:04 Second row, rear view 8:44 Comparison to Hybrid coming up next 9:55 Verdict 11:35 Cornering performance ✅ Stay ahead of the curve by subscribing and turning on notifications for our prompt, in-depth reviews on the latest Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia models! 🔔 ✅ Gear up like a pro with the tagged products in my store 🎥⚡ https://carscenekorea.myshopify.com/ 2026 The New Sportage Specifications: Dimensions • Length: 4,685 mm (184.4 in) • Width: 1,865 mm (73.4 in) • Height: 1,660 mm (65.4 in) ✓ Including roof rack: ✓ Standard models: 1,665 mm (65.6 in) ✓ X-Line models: 1,680 mm (66.1 in) • Wheelbase: 2,755 mm (108.5 in) Engine Specifications • 1.6L Gasoline Turbo ✓ Displacement: 1,598 cc (97.5 cu in) ✓ Maximum Power: 180 ps (177 hp) ✓ Maximum Torque: 27.0 kgf·m (195.2 lb-ft) ✓ Combined Fuel Efficiency: *12.3 km/L (29.0 mpg) (*17-inch wheels, 2WD, without Built-in Cam) • 2.0L LPi (LPG) (Only available in Korea) ✓ Displacement: 1,999 cc (122.0 cu in) ✓ Maximum Power: 146 ps (144 hp) ✓ Maximum Torque: 19.5 kgf·m (141.7 lb-ft) ✓ Combined Fuel Efficiency: *9.2 km/L (21.6 mpg) (*17-inch wheels, 2WD, without Built-in Cam) • 1.6L Gasoline Turbo Hybrid ✓ Displacement: 1,598 cc (97.5 cu in) ✓ Maximum Power: ✓ Engine: 180 ps (177 hp) ✓ Motor: 47.7 kW (64 hp) ✓ Maximum Torque: Engine: 27.0 kgf·m (195.2 lb-ft) Motor: 264 Nm (194.7 lb-ft) ✓ Combined Fuel Efficiency: *16.3 km/L (38.3 mpg) (*17-inch wheels, 2WD, without Built-in Cam) Instagram:   / carscenekorea   Facebook:   / carscenekorea   Google Calendar link to Car Events in Korea: https://bit.ly/2lHoFhA #Kia #Sportage #KiaSportageFacelift #TestDrive #FirstDrive #CarReview #CarSceneKorea #CSK #카씬코리아