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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The Kia Stinger with the 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 and all-wheel drive has been priced from $47,000 in Canada. Unlike in surrounding markets, the Stinger will only be offered with the 3.3-liter V6 and all-wheel drive in Canada. The sports sedan was touted as also being available in RWD V6 and RWD 2.0-liter formats when it was unveiled earlier this year, however rear-wheel drive and four-cylinder Stinger variants won’t be offered to Canadian buyers. In Canada, the AWD V6 Stinger GT will start at ” under $47,000″ and will come well-equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels with Michelin performance tires, Brembo brakes, LED bi-fun…

Technology has changed the way in which we do everything, which includes the methods we use for shopping. You can literally buy anything you need, and all without ever setting foot outside your front door. The one thing that you … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Kia’s sometimes outlandish TV commercials are never short on clever and creative ideas. Every Kia commercial captures and showcases the distinctive positioning and unique charm and appeal of our vehicles. With every new powerful and innovative TV spot, Kia continues to make memorable impressions on millions of viewers. The renowned stars of our commercials no doubt play an instrumental role in capturing and delivering the distinctive look and feel of our vehicles. Watch how each star steals the spotlight! Christina Hendricks + Kia Cadenza Kia Cadenza is impossible to ignore and so is Christina Hendricks. In the newest spot from Kia Motors America, Christina Hendri…

Some cars have disappeared completely from the collective consciousness because they didn’t last long enough to make an impression. There have been dozens of duds in the automotive world. Sometimes the cars sound good in theory but they just don’t sell, while we can’t even figure out why other cars exist in the first place. Here’s a look at some short-lived cars from the past few decades, many of which were only sold for a single model year in the U.S. SEE ALSO: Top 10 Cars You Forgot Existed While there may be some cars that have had shorter lives than the ones on the list, these are the ones we found the most interesting. Acura SLX Before Acura had its popular M…

Kia has released an image of its new concept car it will show at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Korean automaker says the wagon-shaped concept previews the next-generation C’eed compact hatchback and may also be an indication of a coming C’eed wagon. It was designed at Kia’s European design center in Frankfurt – located just 500 meters from where it will be unveiled at Frankfurt’s Messe exhibition center next month. SEE ALSO: Watch the Kia Stinger Test on the Nurburgring With a striking shooting brake silhouette, futuristic single-element taillights and large black wheels, the concept should prove to be just as good looking as the Kia Stinger and other new produc…

Invented in 1903 and first implemented in motor vehicles in 1916, windshield wipers (or windscreen wipers) have now faded into the background as ordinary and commonplace parts of a car. While windshield wipers have played a significant and enduring role for over a century, even they are subject to some major transformations in today’s era of technological advancement. The technology behind windshield wipers has not changed in any major way over the past 100 years, so they are not without areas that require fine tuning. One of the biggest complaints about wiper performance is their tendency to streak and squeak. Rubber wiper blades have a limited service life and …

A new vehicle is one of the biggest investments that you will ever make in your life, which is why you need to go out of your way to protect that investment. The Kia Optima is now one of the … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

“The sports sedan taking me through it all gracefully handles each twist of the wheel, each jab at the brake and accelerator, acting as though the Nürburgring is home territory.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

Latest news and rumors about the 2019 Kia Niro hybrid (release date, new color options, plug-in model arrival date, possible AWD)! Kia Niro crossover vehicle has set the world on fire and has sure shaken up the hybrid car segment! … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

In partnership with FIFA, Kia is now diving into the world of eSports! Earlier this month, Kia Motors served as one of the main sponsors for this year’s FIFA Interactive World Cup (FIWC) Grand Final that took place in London. As the world’s largest gaming tournament, the 2017 FWIC invited gamers from all over the globe to vie for the title of the best EA SPORTS™ FIFA 17 player and the $200,000 USD (£154,000 GBP) prize purse. The popularity and interest in gaming and the FIWC has grown tremendously over its 14-year history. Following the regional preliminaries in which over seven million participants took part, 32 finalists were selected to compete in the three-d…

Which automaker ranks highest for quality in 2017? You may be surprised to learn that it’s Kia Motors, but we certainly aren’t! This is the second consecutive year at the top of the heap for Kia in the J.D. Power … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Car shopping for your kid that’s heading back to school? Here are some affordable cars that both parents and kids can agree on. Kelley Blue Book (KBB) has released its list of the 10 best back-to-school cars of 2017 by gathering a list of vehicles with a Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price of less than $20,000. From there, KBB debated and researched, narrowing it down to 10 affordable but appealing entries. SEE ALSO: 2018 Honda Fit Gets a New Face, Added Safety Gear 10. Chevrolet Trax The compact Chevrolet Trax crossover features a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 138 horsepower while returning 25 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. The Trax…

Drained and fatigued by the summer heat? We are bringing you a new way to ease your exhaustion and deepen your understanding of Kia Motors. From time to time, Kia releases a series of quizzes and puzzles on our social channels to challenge our fans. Today, Kia BUZZ shares some of these fun and creative ‘brain teasers.’ Read on if you are ready for the challenge! Level 1 Try out the puzzles below as a warm-up. [Guess which model] Kia Motors Jordan Look closely at the silhouette. Can you guess which Kia models the three silhouettes belong to? [Connect the dots] Kia Motors Palestine Connect the dots to match the right pairs! (Hint: Pay close atte…

We have already spent some time talking about the exterior accessories available for the Kia Niro, and now it’s time to turn our focus to the cabin. There are a lot of interior accessories for Kia Niro, all of which … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

There are few things more exciting that taking possession of a new car, but we would suggest that customizing it and making it truly your own may be even better. The Kia Niro is one of the hottest new hybrid … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

“Kia has earned three J.D. Power Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) awards with the Kia Niro, Kia Soul, and Kia Cadenza, all garnering awards in their respective segments.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

The Netherland’s Orange emerged victorious at the Women’s EURO 2017! The UEFA EURO Women’s Championship 2017 successfully came to a close with the host country defeating Denmark by two goals in a thrilling final match. The Netherlands channeled the support of the home crowd into passion and vigor, dominating in all six games of the tournament and deservedly taking home the crown. The Dutch team became the first host to win the championship since Germany in 2001. As a proud and passionate sponsor of sports and sportsmanship, Kia Motors has maintained its position as a major UEFA sponsor since 2006. This year, we did our part as the exclusive vehicle and …

Q: What notable event occurred in August 1973? Forty-four years ago in 1973, the Kia Brisa B-1000 model rolled off Kia’s assembly line to replace the three-wheeled mini trucks released in the 1960s. As one of the first automobiles to be assembled in Korea, the Brisa pick-up marked the start of domestic automobile production in the country. Kia Brisa B-1000 pick-up truck Kia Brisa four-door sedan Manufactured in the newly built Sohari production facility, the Brisa pick-up was a beta model for the popular four-door sedan to follow the year after. The model line was an overall success and in 1975 the Brisa pick-up also became the first Kia to be exported wh…

“The Cadenza is for people who want to step up in the world. They may need more space or features than their money can get them in the luxury market, so they end up here. And I think they’ll love it.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

Although crossovers and SUVs are starting to dominate the market when it comes to family cars, there are still a few minivans available that deserve your attention. It’s not easy shopping for a family car and keeping your budget under $30,000, but you might be surprised at how many options there are out there. Also, it’s worth noting that a couple great family cars miss the mark for costing more than $30,000 including destination – like the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna. They’re both worth a look if you’re willing to go slightly over the budget. SEE ALSO: Best Three-Row Vehicles of 2017: Consumer Reports Since most three-row crossovers and SUVs cost over $30,000, w…

Kia Stinger is a new street style icon. Kia Motors teamed up with GQ magazine to introduce Kia’s first ever true gran turismo that has realized a perfect transition from concept to production. Apart from its heart-pounding performance, the Stinger boasts a breathtaking design that combines imposing proportions with elegance and aggressive dynamism. Great design can be difficult to define, but with just one glance at the Stinger – you’ll know why all eyes are on this trendsetter. The overall concept of this collaborative project takes its cue from the philosophy of the legendary street style photographer Bill Cunningham, who pioneered the notion that the true ho…

The car horn is one of the most elementary and basic tools for communication in a vehicle. Used to warn and notify others of your presence and approach, the horn is a signal that has persisted since before the emergence of automobiles. The first standard electric car horn was developed in 1910 in England. As more and more motor vehicles started to emerge on the roads, horns became a necessity for warning nearby cars and drivers during traffic congestion. Vehicle horns in the past were operated by a suspended lever or a spoke – called a horn ring – located on the side of the steering wheel. With more development, the horn was moved to the center of the steering …

If you are in the market for a new 4-door sedan, we suggest that you give the Kia sedan line-up some serious thought. All of the models available are extremely well designed, and are also reliable, fuel efficient, and incredibly … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

“The Niro has the potential to break that cycle, to convince people that a hybrid can deliver on the high-mileage promise without making its owner look like a twit or a starving student. ” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

The Kia brand is very much on the rise, and the Koreans are now looking ahead to the next chapter in their success story. The last few years have been devoted to redesigns and the release of new models followed … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel