Kia nieuws

Kia continues a long standing legacy for design excellence with multiple Red Dot design awards! Scoring a triple victory, three of the models– the Optima Sportswagon, Niro and Rio – are taking home prestigious design distinctions. Judged among 5,500 competing products by 39 international design experts, our Europe-exclusive Optima Sportswagon tourer was distinguished with the highest title of ‘Best of the Best’ in the vehicle design category. The brand’s best-selling Rio was named ‘Winner’ of said category for its bold and mature upgrades. The market-leading Niro HUV received ‘Honorable mention in said category receiving praise for its intricate design and atten…

When people go looking for a new car, the idea is generally to strike a balance between good looks and affordability. This is often easier said than done, as you are often forced to give up one element in favor … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

March was a good month for Kia Canada, with a total of 6,346 units sold, which was a 6.1% year on year increase. Leading the pack was the Kia Forte, which sold 1,623 units, a 55% increase over last March. … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

The Kia Stinger is making a splash on its home turf! Our prized sports sedan made its Asia debut at South Korea’s biggest automobile event, the Seoul Motor Show. Following its appearances in Detroit and Geneva, Kia’s true gran turismo was unveiled with big surprises in store. Greeting audiences for first time in the domestic market, Kia Stinger is being shown in a new color with new specifications. Painted in a rich golden yellow hue, the model also features a revised grille, air intake and bonnet louvres made with elegant carbon fiber material. The Stinger is also showing off a new independent emblem exclusive to Korea. The never-before-seen ‘E’ badg…

“The Stinger GT, unveiled to the world’s automotive press at the Detroit auto show, is the fastest, most powerful and most expensive Kia to date.” Click to Read More ▶ Find out more about the Kia Stinger winter quality test ▶ Read about Stinger European media lounge Lees volledige artikel

Things you need to know about the 2017 Kia Soul floor mats… If you have purchased a brand-new Soul crossover vehicle, you are probably already looking for ways to keep it in pristine condition. This is especially true of the … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Kia has enjoyed a lot of sales success in recent years, and much of the credit has to go to the Sportage compact SUV. The vehicle is now entering its 4th generation, which means that it is getting an update … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

The 2017 Kia Classic ended in another resounding success as South Korean golfer Mirim Lee took home the iconic orange champion’s vase. After being runner-up of the event for the past two years, Lee’s step up on the podium was further punctuated by the fact that she scored 20 under par, tying the all-time tournament record. The eighth annual Kia Classic returned to the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort in California where 144 talented LPGA golfers competed for the championship title. Spectators from all over the world gathered at the resort and in front of their televisions to witness the palm-sweating 72 holes shot over the course of the week. As title sponso…

The release of the Kia Stinger sports sedan is right around the corner and so far, all the news and comments about the vehicle have been positive. Listed below are the two latest pieces of news we have learned about … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Kia are very quickly building a solid stable of eco-friendly vehicles, with the newest model in the line-up being the Optima Sportswagon plug-in hybrid -PHEV. It’s the perfect blend of the versatility of the traditional Optima “wagon” combined with the … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Not all three-row vehicles are comfortable. Consumer Reports has released its list of the worst three-row vehicles available this year, based on seat comfort and ease of access to the third-row seat. That means other considerations weren’t factored in, such as test performance and reliability. SEE ALSO: Midsize Three-Row Crossover Comparison Test But if you’re in the market for a three-row vehicle and seat comfort along with ease of access are priorities, you may want to avoid these vehicles. Land Rover Range Rover Sport Priced from $66,645 including destination, the Range Rover Sport from Land Rover can be purchased with either a 3.0-liter V6 engine with 340 hors…

The mysterious trademark application appeared on the European Union Intellectual Property Office. Filed on March 23, 2017, the trademark application shows a round “E” insignia logo that suggests Kia will launch a sub-brand for its future electric vehicles. Currently the Korean automaker only has the Soul EV in its lineup, but will likely add an all-electric version of its new Niro crossover. Last year it was reported Hyundai and Kia plan to launch at least 26 combined electrified vehicles across both lineups by 2020, with at least 12 hybrids, six plug-in hybrids, two EVs and two fuel cell vehicles. It’s a strong possibility those electrified vehicles will spawn a sub-…

The hot summer months are just around the corner, and that means trying to find an effective way to stay cool when you drive. One option available to you is to invest in a Kia vehicle that offers a seat … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

“Kia unveiled the stunning Stinger four-door coupe on Monday, and it’s truly unlike anything else we’ve seen from the Korean automaker.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] Expected to be called the Kia Stonic, the compact crossover has been spied testing in Germany. The first time spy photographers caught the Stonic, it was testing on a frozen lake in Sweden but it was heavily camouflaged. This particular prototype has shed some of the camouflage, giving us a better look. Unfortunately it’s still difficult to pick out details on the crossover’s styling, but it’s starting to look like it will resemble the Rio. The model is expected to have a closely related Hyundai variant, which means both crossovers should share powertrains while having significantly different exterior and interior styles. Exp…

One of the most exciting parts of interacting with fans on our social media channels is hearing what they have to say about the Kia brand and our vehicles. Using our popular and widespread hashtag #MyKia, we encourage fans to submit photos, videos and stories about their own Kia experiences and adventures on a daily basis. Discover some of the stories that fans have submitted to our Facebook page! Moments and Milestones Many of our followers like to share with us memorable moments and milestones with their Kia vehicles. Whether it’s an anniversary, mileage achievement or simply testimonials about their trusted road companion, the photos and personal stories provided…

If you’re in the market for a three-row vehicle, you’ll likely want to start your research from this list. Consumer Reports has revealed its list of the best three-row vehicles available this year, judged on seat comfort and ease of access to the third-row seat. It’s worth noting the models were selected based on the seating, without factoring other key considerations like test performance and reliability. SEE ALSO: Midsize Three-Row Crossover Comparison Test While larger SUVs provide both better access and more cargo space, you’ll want to look towards a minivan if you want to have a better third-row seat for children as well as adults. Here are the best three-row v…

“Kia, however, has gone to great lengths to make the Niro blend in with the conventional SUV pack. It’s a hybrid that conceals the fact that it’s a hybrid.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

Our Kia Worldwide Instagram account (@kiamotorsworldwide) has just published its 1000th post! We reached 100,000 followers last May and our endless pursuit of communicating with global fans has accelerated since then. Currently, more than 132,000 Instagram users are following our account. Since our 100K milestone, the Kia Motors Worldwide Instagram team has been striving to deliver more original and creative materials. Check out our 1,000th post and some of the recent highlights that have grabbed the attention of our fans. 1,000th Post: A New Way of Storytelling For the 1000th post, we utilized the newly-introduced Instagram feature to publish multi…

The all-electric 2017 Soul EV has yet to be officially announced by Kia, but head on over to the US version of their site and you will see it showcased there. The all electric Soul crossover has an official page complete with … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Kia has long been known as a brand that delivers quality vehicles at an affordable price. It is in fact possible to get a Kia model for less than $20,000, and that doesn’t mean having to give up on features, … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

The latest in our owner’s series is a bit of a special one, as it features a Kia vehicle that all of you have been waiting for. We are talking about the 200-hp 2017 Kia Soul Turbo, and Tom, a … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

The all-electric Kia Soul EV has been on the market for around 2 years, and in that time, very little has changed with the vehicle. Sure, there have been a couple of trim level upgrades, but nothing major. This means … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Are side mirrors becoming a thing of the past? With the advent of self-driving cars and autonomous technologies, new laws and regulations are now making it possible for automakers to replace side mirror systems with cameras and monitors. While seemingly uncanny, this mirrorless design is already starting to show up as an experimental concept in prototype autonomous vehicles. How will this transformation impact the way we drive in the future? Blind Spots No More Eliminating side mirrors will mean eliminating their biggest design flaw – the blind spot. An assembly of strategically placed cameras called a Camera Monitoring System (CMS) will do away with this p…

“The Stinger GT is somewhat similar in intent to a BMW 4-series GranCoupe, but it looks better. Look at those lines, it’s aggressive and svelte, and the rear-end with its connected taillights looks even better.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel