Kia Pakistan Halted; Kia Sportage L HEV Bookings Temporarily!

By Ahmad Iqbal On May 26, 2025

Kia Pakistan has some important news for anyone who is keeping an eye on Kia Sportage L HEV as their next vehicle. Due to a surge in global demand for this popular hybrid vehicle, they have temporarily halted new bookings in Pakistan.

The company, Kia Pakistan – Lucky Motor Corporation (LMC), made this decision while reviewing their shipment schedule for CKD (Completely Knocked Down) kits, which are essential for assembling the cars locally. The high demand has affected the availability of these kits, leading to stop new bookings for a short time. Stay tuned for latest updates if you’re interested to get hands on the Kia Sportage L HEV!

What Does This Imply for Buyers?

If you are planning to buy the Kia Sportage L HEV in the near future, you will have to hang tight for some time and for further news. Kia has announced that they will resume the bookings in Pakistan again once they get to know the arrival of essential CKD kits. For those who have already placed their orders with Kia Pakistan, there is good news: deliveries will happen as planned, based on the date on your Provisional Booking Order (PBO).

In the meantime, you can still place orders for the Sportage 2.0L Alpha and 2.0L FWD models. Kia is committed to processing these orders and making deliveries as promised.

Stay tuned for updates on when bookings for the Sportage L HEV will reopen!

Kia Sportage L – Engine & Power

The Kia Sportage L comes with two exciting engine choices:

The Smart Stream 2.0L MPI Engine, which delivers 154 horsepower and 192 Nm of torque.
The Smart Stream 1.6T-GDI HEV (Hybrid) engine, offering a powerful combination of 226 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque.

Additionally, the Drive Mode Select (DMS) system allows drivers to switch between Normal, Eco, Smart, and Sport modes for a tailored driving experience. Plus, the Shift by Wire (SBW) system enhances the feel of gear changes, making them smooth and enjoyable.

Kia Sportage L HEV – Safety Features

Detail	Description
6 Airbags	Front, side, and curtain airbags deploy in a crash to cushion occupants and reduce injury.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Continuously checks tire pressure and alerts you if any tire is under-inflated to help maintain safety and fuel efficiency.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)	Uses radar and camera to detect vehicles or pedestrians ahead and applies brakes automatically to prevent or mitigate a frontal collision.
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA)	Monitors side blind spots and can gently steer or brake the vehicle if it detects a lane-change risk with another vehicle.
Prefill or Partial Braking	Pre-charges the brake system when a potential collision is detected, reducing response time and shortening stopping distance.
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) & Lane Following Assist (LFA)	LKA gently steers the car back into its lane if you drift; LFA keeps the vehicle centered in the lane at set speeds.
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)	Automatically adjusts your cruising speed to maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead, even in stop-and-go traffic.
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)	Warns and brakes if it senses crossing traffic while reversing, helping to prevent collisions with approaching vehicles or cyclists.
Surround View Monitor (SVM)	Combines multiple camera feeds into a 360° overhead view, making parking and low-speed maneuvers easier and safer.
Rear View Monitor with Dynamic Guidelines	Displays a live rear-camera view with trajectory lines that move as you turn the steering wheel, guiding you into tight spots.
Parking Sensors (Front, Rear & Side)	Ultrasonic sensors detect obstacles around the vehicle at low speeds and provide audible and visual warnings to help avoid bumps.
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)	Monitors steering patterns and driving behavior; alerts you if it detects signs of fatigue or distraction, suggesting a break.
High Beam Assist (HBA)	Automatically switches between high and low beams based on oncoming traffic and lighting conditions, improving night-time visibility without glaring.
Safe Exit Warning (SEW)	Monitors the rear and side for approaching vehicles or cyclists and warns passengers before they open a door into traffic or on the road.
Reverse Parking Collision Avoidance Assist (PCA)	Uses rear sensors/camera to detect obstacles when backing up and can apply auto brakes if a collision is imminent.

What are your thoughts on the recent decision to suspend the Kia Sportage L HEV? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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