Kia nieuws

[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] While talk of a Kia sports sedan has been swirling for years now, new spy photos show us that the Korean brand is getting close to a real release. Codenamed CK, the new sports sedan from Kia will likely feature a twin-turbo 3.3-liter V6 cranking out 365 horsepower, the same unit found in the current Genesis G80, though it may be turned up to around 400 hp under the hood of this sports sedan to make it a performer. Styling will be based on the Kia GT Concept, while the production car may also keep that concept’s name. Kia could also use the ‘Stinger’ badge, another name pulled from a former sports car concept that Kia has trade…

Kia is working on a small crossover vehicle which is scheduled to go on sale in 2017! Kia Australia CEO Damien Meredith recently spoke to their local automotive media and discussed plans for a B-segment Kia crossover that will hit … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

“brandchannel talked with Sprague about bringing back the Soul hamsters—by popular demand, as it turns out—and the strategy behind the long-running campaign.” Click to Read More Lees hele artikel

Back on our home turf in time for the biennial Busan International Motor Show (BIMOS), Kia Motors radiated green energy for the crowds this year, revealing new eco-friendly models and concepts. Among our 23 beautifully displayed cars, the spotlight shone brightest on three Kia models in particular, the Kia K5 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), making its exciting debut in Korea, the Kia Telluride concept, shown for the first time in Asia, and the Kia K7 Hybrid (HEV), making its world premiere. Needless to say, Kia was the talk of the town. Eager audiences gathered at the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center (BEXCO) to witness the stunning display of our finest models. Unde…

We have some exciting exclusive news out of Korea, and it has to do with the upcoming Kia Niro, and when it might land in the US. It’s no secret that Kia are looking to expand their eco-friendly offerings in … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The Soul urban crossover vehicle has been a major hit for Kia since they launched it a few years back. The style of the Soul car has become iconic, and the hamster ads that help make it a sales success are … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The 2016 China Touring Car Championship (CTCC) season officially kicked into full gear with the first round held at the Jiangsu Wanchi International Circuit in Nanjing, China on May 22, 2016. The DYK Racing Team Drivers (from left): Jiatu Zhan, Lifeng Lin, Hongli Ye and Zhiqiang Zhang DYK (Dongfeng Yueda Kia) Racing Team, the official racing team of Kia Motors China and last year’s defending champion, is back, energized with the all-new Kia K3 to complete the circuits. Following the glorious win from the 2015 CTCC season, DYK Team drivers Lifeng Lin, Jiatu Zhan, Zhiqiang Zhang, and Hongli Ye will continue to lead the team this year. Furthermore, the DYK Racing …

“When it comes to units of measurement, it’s likely one of the units you think of isn’t a jellybean. Well, that is, unless you’re Kia. Then, using jellybeans to measure things is a terrific idea.” Click to Read More Lees hele artikel

Our furry friends are back, and they’re bringing all the musicians to the yard! Whether it is or , our advertising campaigns in the US with the Kia Hamsters have always featured a catchy tune. This time our mascots are shaking it up and bringing an entirely different kind of song – an inspirational track that we like to call the ‘Soul Jam’. Previous Kia Hamster campaigns – “Fully Charged” (top) and “Totally Transformed” (bottom) In the 2016 spot for the Kia Soul titled “The World Needs More Soul”, the hamsters reinterpret the classic song “Dueling Banjos” with American musician Nathaniel Rateliff in an enthusiastic jam session that urges musicians all…

Kia Motors America announces record May sales! -Double digit gains for Kia’s crossovers includes all-time high for the Sportage compact CUV -Year-to-date sales up 3.5 percent Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced best-ever May sales of 62,926 units. The brand’s … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The Green Light Project, Kia’s global corporate social responsibility program, continues to spread hope to communities in Africa. Since 2012, Kia Motors has actively contributed to building facilities and providing resources for areas in need. To further our goal of improving social mobility and promoting self-sufficiency in disadvantaged regions, Kia is breaking ground on a brand new program. Our newest initiative comes in the form of community-run auto mechanic training centers designed to support locals by providing employment and vocational training. Following the recent groundbreaking ceremony, construction for the two centers located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopi…

The hip-hop hamsters are back, but this time they are broadening their musical horizons for their latest appearance in a Kia Soul ad. The new spot, which is titled “Soul Jam,” sees Kia’s advertising agency of choice, David&Goliath, take things … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Photo courtesy of Kia Motors America Official Tumblr Many of the biggest names in the music industry gathered for the 2016 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs) last week to celebrate the year’s hottest stars and top-selling albums. As expected, the BBMAs did not disappoint, delivering stellar moments and emotional live performances from iconic artists around the world. As the Official Automotive Partner of this premier music awards event, Kia Motors also took part in the amazing festivities by presenting “Kia’s One to Watch” of 2016. Find out more about the night as Kia BUZZ walks you through the exciting event at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas! Now in its s…

Shopping for a new vehicle this Memorial Day weekend? There are plenty of good deals to take advantage of if you’re in the market for a new car. In the spirit of Memorial Day, Consumer Reports has compiled a list of the 10 best sales available on vehicles assembled in the U.S., even if they aren’t from American automakers. The publication’s analysts checked 2016 model year vehicles for nationwide new-car incentives and discounts that result in notable available savings below sticker price. It also only recommended vehicles that performed well in testing. SEE ALSO: 10 Supercars Built in Surprising Places Chevrolet Impala The 2016 Chevrolet Impala has a potential sav…

“Now Kia’s oldest nameplate, the-fourth-generation Sportage, is far more pleasant, holding its own in a wickedly fierce segment that includes the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Fans of lucha libre will especially love the Sportage’s front fascia, though others might wrestle with the face.” Click to Read More Lees hele artikel

Love ’em or hate ’em, the Kia hamsters are back to share some soul and are hinting at a new model for the funky compact. The new 60-second spot called Soul Jam will debut on more than 34,000 movie screens starting this weekend, starring Kia Motors’ music-loving hamsters. The upbeat campaign centers around the compact Soul and features a catchy new tune that transforms the classic Dueling Banjos into an internationally inspired anthem. If you don’t care to watch dancing hamsters, the best part of the new commercial is the very end, when the small print shows that a turbocharged Kia Soul will be arriving this winter. Right now, an electric Soul is offered along with …

The Kia Motors Worldwide Instagram (@kiamotorsworldwide) has already reached 100,000 followers! Since our very first posting in January of 2014, Kia has showcased nearly 800 meticulously selected photographs that capture the best of our brand and vehicles. In celebration of this momentous occasion, join us as we look back on some of the greatest photos from our Instagram curation! The Early Days Kia’s Instagram account opened for fans in January of 2014. With our first photo receiving approximately 30 precious ‘likes’, the channel showed incredible promise as a fun and dynamic image collection. Our first images revealed the beloved Kia GT4 Stinger conc…

The 2016 UEFA European Championships are just around the corner, and needless to say, excitement is already running high. As proud sponsors of the largest football event in Europe, Kia Motors is already doing our part to energize the audience for the exciting month ahead. As it has done since the 2008 UEFA EURO Championship, Kia sends out casting calls for young football fans to participate as Official Match Ball Carriers (OMBCs) during the tournament. This year, Kia invited children from 15 countries and released heart-touching films based on real life events of past OMBC competition winners. In the films, the winners shared their experiences of the event and ho…

“The 2017 Kia Sportage attempts to address those issues, while giving the small SUV a reverse-mullet haircut in the process: Instead of “business in the front, party in the back,” the new Sportage has a cartoonish, bug-eyed face, juxtapositioned against a clean and stately tail.” Click to Read More Lees hele artikel

In the next few years, automakers expect to see a sales spike in eco-friendly cars, with the likes of EV’s, hybrids, and plug-in hybrids gaining popularity. It’s believed that by 2020, there will be 6.6 million electric vehicles on the … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

New Kia Cadenza grille designs: Diamond Butterfly and Intaglio! It’s easy to get excited about the features and luxury components that will be part of the new 2017 Kia Cadenza premium sedan, and believe it or not, that includes the … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia Niro, our first ever dedicated Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV) model, made its global debut last February at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. Since then, all eyes have been on the soon-to-be-launched eco-friendly SUV. The Niro gets its name from the combination of two words, ‘Near Zero,’ to indicate the flawlessness of the vehicle, and ‘Hero’ to signal its heroic emergence in the CUV market segment. To beat the drum of Kia Motors next big eco-friendly leap, Kia BUZZ is sharing the reasons why the Niro HUV is an up-and-coming superstar. 1. Powerful Performance Exceptionally engineered to house a cutting-edge Kappa 1.6-liter GDI four-cylinder engine, the hybrid pl…

Love of the Game Sports have long been an unwavering passion for Kia Motors and we strongly believe in the power of sports to move the world. In support of the passion, cooperation, and touching moments of human potential that sports competitions offer, Kia is wholeheartedly involved in sponsorship activities for athletes and major and minor sporting events worldwide. Tennis and football are among the few major sports that Kia sponsors Having taken part in promoting some of the most highly anticipated events such as the Australian Open tennis championship, FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Football Championship, we are committed to furthering the development o…

[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The production Kia GT has been spied testing in Southern California near the company’s headquarters. The upcoming Kia sports sedan will be based on the Kia GT concept that originally debuted at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Although it is heavily camouflaged, the production Kia GT appears to keep similar proportions and is sized closely to the current Hyundai Genesis sedan, which will become the Genesis G70. Expect it to borrow styling cues from the Kia GT Stinger concept that debuted at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show. SEE ALSO: Kia Stinger Sports Car Hinted in New Trademark Filing Kia’s goal for the sports sedan is to target m…

“But where the Sportage rewards you day-in-and day-out is with its on-road charisma. This is not a boring SUV. Acceleration is rabbit quick — and the SX-GDI even offers a Sport mode for a few more revs in the twisties. In a world where (my favorite 220-horse) hot hatches are in the Sportage price point, this grunt is a welcome addition to the family ute. As is the handling. The AWD system rotates beautifully and I tore up Oakland County esses with the nicely appointed chassis. When the venom seized me Mrs. Payne reached for the door handles — which are right where they are supposed to be.” Click to Read More Lees hele artikel