Bold, athletic and sporty all-new Sportage to make its world premiere in March 2010

Marking a shift in design direction for the popular SUV

The all-new Kia Sportage crossover looks set to make a dramatic shift in design direction for the brand’s popular SUV when it makes its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show on 2 March.

Longer, lower and wider than the previous generation model, the new Sportage will offer more space for people and cargo, with an improved ride quality thanks to a longer wheelbase.

The all-new Sportage crossover should be available at Kia dealerships later this year, with a range of diesel and gasoline engines.

Here are some pictures