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Kia Global PR Group wins Gold award in Environmental category at PR Awards Asia-Pacific 2025 for media communications campaign highlighting the brand’s partnership with The Ocean Cleanup Global PR... Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group President, Chief Design Officer, and Chief Creative Officer Luc Donckerwolke, former President and Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer, and legendary designer Giorgetto... Bekijk volledig artikel

The next-generation KIA Seltos (known internally as SP3) is set to be launched in January 2026, featuring a hybrid powertrain for the first time and a new in-house e-AWD system. A few days ago, we shared new spy photos that clearly revealed the front design of the Seltos X-Line, and our colleagues at GotchaCars used […] The post Next-Gen KIA Seltos X-Line Rendering appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

According to industry insiders cited by Maeil Business, Kia is evaluating the implementation of the EREV system in the Telluride, a semi-large SUV that has gained immense popularity in the U.S. The move is seen as part of Kia’s broader strategy to meet the growing demand for electric mobility while addressing the range anxiety often […] The post KIA Considers EREV System for Telluride to Achieve Over 620 miles of Range appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Project712’s latest virtual tuning series reveals an unexpected truth about Kia’s heritage – that the PV5 isn’t just their first Purpose-Built Vehicle, but proof that their ‘movement’ was always about moving goods, services, and possibilities – sustainable mobility solutions eight decades before it became their vision. When I started digging through archives for WRD°’s Project712 […] The post From Bicycles to Beyond: How Kia’s PV5 Embodies 80 Years of Purpose-Built DNA appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The next-generation Kia K5, codenamed DL4, is beginning to take shape—and thanks to a detailed rendering by NYMammoth, we’re getting our first glimpse at how Kia’s flagship mid-size sedan could look as it transitions into a new electrified era. While the K5’s corporate cousin—the Hyundai Sonata—has recently undergone a bold transformation, this rendering of the 2026 Kia K5 DL4 takes […] The post Next-Gen Kia K5 DL4 First Details & Rendering appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

New spy shots revealed by ShortsCar show a heavily camouflaged Kia EV5 GT prototype, giving enthusiasts and analysts their first glimpse at this high-performance model. The test vehicle exhibits subtle but telling design cues hinting at its performance pedigree, including sportier alloy wheels—reminiscent of those on the EV6 GT—and yellow brake calipers together with a more aggressive stance, […] The post Spied: KIA EV5 GT is Already in the Works appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia America has officially pulled the covers off the all-new 2026 Kia EV4 compact electric sedan at the New York International Auto Show two months ago and now our colleagues at KindelAuto captured it in the wild for the first time, while finalizing tests in California. What do you think? A Game-Changer in the Compact […] The post US-Spec Kia EV4 Sedan Spied in the Wild appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia’s best-selling SUV, the Kia Sportage, has officially launched its most advanced version yet in Europe. With over 7 million units sold globally, the Sportage enters a new era in 2025, setting fresh benchmarks in design, technology, comfort, and electrified performance. Developed specifically for the European market, the latest iteration features a shortened wheelbase to […] The post All-New Kia Sportage 2025 Debuts in Europe appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

In an expected shift in South Korea’s SUV market, the all-new Hyundai Palisade has climbed to the No. 2 spot in domestic sales for May, marking its strongest monthly performance since launch. With 7,682 units sold, the Palisade is now narrowly behind the long-time best-seller, Kia’s Sorento, which led the market with 7,734 units — a margin of just 52 vehicles. This […] The post All-New Hyundai Palisade Surges to 2nd Place in May, Challenges Kia Sorento’s Reign appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia continues to expand its high-performance electric lineup, and for the first time, the Kia EV4 GT has been caught testing near Hyundai-KIA R&D Center in Namyang. Spotted by our colleagues at Healer TV, the EV4 GT is shaping up to be a powerful and dynamic addition to Kia’s growing EV portfolio. Kia EV4 GT: […] The post KIA EV4 GT: First Look Inside Upcoming High-Performance EV Sedan appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

79,007 units sold in May, a 5-percent increase compared to previous year Best-ever May performances for Telluride, Sportage, Carnival, and K4 2026 EV9 Nightfall Edition and EV9 GT-Line with... Bekijk volledig artikel

May 2025 global sales of 269,148 units, up 1.7% Y/y Outside of Korea, Kia sold 223,817 units, up 2.6% Y/y Kia SUVs led the company’s sales, including EV3, Sportage and Seltos models Kia... Bekijk volledig artikel

We recently saw spy photos of the next-gen KIA Telluride X Pro ‘s interior, thanks to our colleagues at Healer TV. Today we’re sharing a new set of exterior photos captured in Korea, revealing recovery hooks and a possible factory-installed tow hitch— similar to the recently revealed Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro. The Telluride Success Story […] The post Next-Gen Kia Telluride X Pro Spied for the First Time appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

At the end of February, Kia unveiled its entry-level electric vehicle (EV), the KIA EV2, which aims to make sustainable mobility accessible to a broader audience while maintaining the brand’s signature design language and technological advancements. Kia has now confirmed that the production version will be launched just one year after the concept was showcased, […] The post Production-Ready KIA EV2 Spied in Germany appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The next-generation KIA Seltos (known internally as SP3) is set to be launched in January 2026, featuring a hybrid powertrain for the first time and a new in-house e-AWD system. A few days ago, we shared clever spy photos that clearly revealed the front design, and our colleagues at NYMammoth used these hints in their […] The post New KIA Seltos Rendering Based on Latest Spy Photos appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia America has officially announced pricing and feature updates for the 2026 Kia EV9, and the big news is its enhanced electric range. The 2026 EV9 Light Long Range (LR) model now offers an impressive Kia-estimated 305 miles on a single charge—making it one of the most capable all-electric three-row SUVs in its class. Longer Range for […] The post 2026 Kia EV9 Boasts Up to 305 Miles of All-Electric Range, Adds New Nightfall Edition appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia America has announced pricing for the award-winning all-electric 2026 Kia EV9 three-row EV SUV. The EV9 largely carries over into its third model year, but still delivers meaningful changes,... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia America has announced pricing for the award-winning all-electric 2026 Kia EV9 three-row EV SUV. The EV9 largely carries over into its third model year, but still delivers meaningful changes,... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia has officially announced that production of its highly anticipated electric, the Kia EV4 Hatchback, will take place at its core European manufacturing hub in Žilina, Slovakia, from August. This strategic decision marks a significant milestone, as the EV4 becomes the first electric vehicle Kia will both produce and sell exclusively in Europe. Kia EV4: Designed for […] The post KIA to Produce New EV4 Hatchback at Slovakia Plant from August appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

A camouflaged KIA Tasman prototype with an unusually high ride height has been spotted testing by our colleagues at KIA Tasman Club. The appearance of this rugged-looking vehicle has reignited speculation about Kia’s plans for a lifestyle-oriented pickup, especially in light of the Tasman WKNDR concept that made waves at the 2025 Seoul Mobility Show. […] The post Mysterious High-Riding Kia Tasman Prototype Spotted appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

ZER01NE Fund III, valued at KRW 125 billion, aims to accelerate innovation in future technologies through early-stage startup investments The fund targets startups globally that align with... Bekijk volledig artikel

A camouflaged Kia K4 wagon was recently captured on camera for the first time, testing near Hyundai & Kia Technical Center in Rüsselsheim, Germany—thanks to our colleagues at SH Proshots. This development has ignited speculation that Kia may be preparing to introduce a wagon variant of the K4, potentially as a successor to the Ceed […] The post KIA K4 Wagon Spied Testing in Germany appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Carnival LX FWD has starting MSRP[i] of $36,990 Optional dual-screen rear-seat entertainment system with streaming and OTA update[ii] capability Tech-forward interior includes panoramic dual... Bekijk volledig artikel

Carnival LX FWD has starting MSRP[i] of $36,990 Optional dual-screen rear-seat entertainment system with streaming and OTA update[ii] capability Tech-forward interior includes panoramic dual... Bekijk volledig artikel