Kia nieuws

Keeping pace with Hyundai, Kia unveiled its latest production car today: the 2013 Forte 5-Door. Like it or not Kia is a brand that’s going places. Last year the South Korean automaker’s U.S. sales topped half a million units for the first time ever. To continue that explosive growth they have to keep pushing, and one of the products that will carry them into the future is a stylish hatchback that was just revealed at the Chicago Auto Show this morning. The 2014 Forte 5-Door is a logical extension of the brand’s C-Segment nameplate. Late last year they unveiled the redesigned sedan-version of the car at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Now the company is showing hatchback en…

With the reveal of a third new vehicle at the Chicago Auto Show today, Kia is firmly planting its flag in the Midwestern city. The 2013 Cross GT concept is a look into the future at a possible rear-wheel drive luxury crossover. As its name implies, this vehicle is based on the GT concept that debuted in 2011 at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. According to Kia’s press release, it’s meant to blur the lines between a gran turismo and a luxury crossover. As with many concept vehicles these days, the Cross GT features a hybrid drivetrain. At the heart of the system is a familiar 3.8-liter V6 and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Beyond that combination, Kia engin…

Swooping in to save the world from evil, or at least this week’s Chicago Auto Show from boredom, Kia’s Superman-inspired Optima Hybrid is an interesting concept car to say the least. This car is the result of an ongoing collaboration between the automaker, Super Street magazine and DC Entertainment. It’s part of a 10-month, eight-vehicle partnership that’s highlighting the famous “Justice League” super heroes. In case you’re wondering, that illustrious group includes Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Aquaman, Cyborg and of course, Superman. An eighth vehicle will be the final in this “super” series and will be an amalgamation of all the Justice League ch…

As a late comer to the Super Bowl pre-release party, Kia just released a new spot for the 2014 Forte entitled “HotBots,” which explores what would happen if auto show models were actually androids. Getting greasy fingerprints all over a shiny new car at an auto show is definitely frowned upon, and Kia takes matters into its own hands in the commercial. The ad has the tagline “respect the tech” tacked on at the end, seemingly to show off that Kia is a company focused on cutting-edge new car tech. The commercial is expected to air during the Super Bowl, this coming Sunday. Get the Flash Player to see this player. Lees het hele artikel

As expected, Kia has revealed its “Space Babies” Super Bowl commercial ahead of the big game, and it’s every bit as strange as we anticipated. Last year, the Korean automaker made headlines by having the beautiful Adriana Lima in its Super Bowl spot, but this year the focus is on the redesigned Sorento. That meant that a more conservative approach had to be taken, but no one could have expected this. SEE ALSO: Kia Teases ‘Space Babies’ Super Bowl Commercial – Video In answering the age old question of, “Where do babies come from?”, a normal dad begins conjuring up an insane story to tell his son while driving around the neighborhood in the family’s Sorento. Of course…

Just ahead of the 2013 Chicago Auto Show, Kia Motors is revealing a sneak peek of its next stunning concept, the Cross GT. Inspired by nature, driven by technology, the Cross GT hints at the future of Kia’s design language in the form of a premium Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) that is larger than the new 2014 Sorento. Lees hele artikel

Kia released a teaser today of the Cross GT concept bound for next week’s 2013 Chicago Auto Show. The Cross GT will be larger than the new 2014 Sorento and will likely seat seven passengers; much like the upcoming long-wheelbase Hyundai Santa Fe. The styling of this new large crossover is said to represent the future of Kia’s design language. It still integrates the brand’s tiger nose grille, although it looks slightly revised in the illustration here. Specific information is sparse, but Kia syas it will be “inspired by nature, driven by technology.” See AutoGuide’s 2013 Chicago Auto Show Preview Discuss this story at kia-forums.com Lees het hele artikel

Joining the previously unveiled Justice League Concepts from Kia is a Superman-themed Optima Hybrid that will debut at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show. In support of DC Entertainment’s campaign “We Can Be Heroes”, Kia has already built five character-themed vehicles: Batman Optima, Aquaman Rio, Flash Forte Koup, Green Lantern Soul, and Cyborg Forte. Of course the Korean automaker saved the best for last, giving Superman his own ride in the form of an Optima Hybrid. SEE ALSO: Kia Debuts Justice League Concepts: 2012 SEMA Show Only a teaser image has been released of the custom Optima Hybrid, but it reveals a vehicle that is obviously influenced by the Man of Steel. There’s…

Kia has released pricing on its redesigned 2014 Sorento SUV, which debuted late last year at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show. Compared to the 2013 base model Sorento, the 2014 model year will see a price increase of $1,000 to $24,950 including an $850 destination charge. The price increase is justified however by not only the exterior redesign, but a new engine and more optional comfort. According to the Korean automaker, more than 80 percent of its Sorento is new or significantly redesigned for the 2014 model year. SEE ALSO: 2014 Kia Sorento Gets a Thorough Redesign: 2012 LA Auto Show Those opting for the V6 LX FWD Sorento will have to pay up $26,550, while the EX tr…

The new Kia pro_cee’d GT and cee’d GT – the brand’s most performance-focused production cars ever – will enjoy their world premieres at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show on March 5th. Designed in Europe under the direction of President and Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer, the two debutants feature bold athletic styling, LED daytime running lights, dual-exhaust pipes, 18-inch alloy wheels and eye-catching red brake calipers. The new turbocharged 1.6-litre GDI gasoline engine will produce 204 ps and 265 Nm, powering the front wheels through a six-speed manual transmission and allowing the Kia pro_cee’d GT and cee’d GT to accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in 7.9 seconds. …

The Volkswagen GTI just got a stylish new rival in the hot hatch segment… from Kia. With all the stylish good looks anyone could ask for, the oddly named 5-door cee’d and 3-door pro_cee’d models available in Europe will now get a hotter “GT” version with a turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder under the hood making 201 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a six-speed manual transmission, the sprint to 62 mph will take a modest 7.9 seconds. SEE MORE: Kia Previews Coupe-Styled Crossover But that’s not all. Both GT models will also gain dual exhaust pipes, 18-inch wheels, red bake calipers and Recaro seats. Set to debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, Kia has not yet said i…

Kia Motors is proud to announce that Road & Travel Magazine has named the 2013 Kia Optima as the International Car of the Year at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Completely redesigned for the 2011 model year, the Optima’s stunning design combined with modern amenities and impressive value propelled the mid-size sedan to becoming the top-selling Kia vehicle in 2012. “We are thrilled that our best-selling Optima has earned the distinction of being named International Car of the Year by Road & Travel Magazine, further elevating its status in the midsize segment,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of marketing and com…

Last year, Kia generated plenty of hype with its Super Bowl commercial, which featured the beautiful Adriana Lima. This year, the Korean automaker is doing a complete 180 in order to promote its Sorento model. According to Kia, this year’s Super Bowl commercial will answer the age old question of, “Where do babies come from?” It will take us on a journey nine months in the making to introduce the family-friendly 2014 Kia Sorento along with the automaker’s next-generation UVO infotainment system. SEE ALSO: Kia Super Bowl Commercial Brings Fantasy to Life [Video] Director Jake Scott created the 60-second “mini-movie” that’s set on the distant planet of “Babylandia.” If…

Kia is set to deliver a provocative and racy new urban concept car at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. With the company’s signature tiger-nose morphing into a mischievous yet friendly grille and headlight arrangement, coupled with strong styling lines that exude speed and energy from every angle, Kia’s newest concept vehicle is guaranteed to attract attention. Here are the images of Kia’s new concept vehicle that’s born to provoke. There are more to come, so keep checking in. What do you think? What do you think about these initial sketches? Tell us what you think in the comment section below. Learn More Check out what other Kia concept vehicles have been sho…

Kia is teasing a “provocative and racy new urban concept car” ahead of this year’s Geneva Motor Show. Looking like a coupe in the photo above, other angles clearly show higher-riding crossover elements, similar to the MINI Paceman. Kia claims the car is, “guaranteed to attract attention,” using dramatic styling elements we’ve come to know over the years from the brand. SEE MORE: MINI Paceman JCW Video Walk-Around Along with unique traits like the front headlights and nose there are hints of the Nissan Juke and European market Volkswagen Scirocco. More details are expected in the lead-up to the Geneva show, which starts March 6th. GALLERY: Kia Coupe-Crossover Concep…

Kia Motors creates a visual symphony of art and science. The best driving experience comes from the perfect connection between car and driver – a give-and-take relationship that dates back to when the wheel was first invented. Car owners often describe their vehicles as an extension of themselves. So it comes as no surprise that people can develop passionate and emotional bonds with their cars. We all know someone out there who loves their car with more than just sentimental value. You know who we’re talking about, and it might even be you – the three-hour double coat waxing devotee who probably even nicknamed their ride like a sea boat captain. It’s OK, we’re car people…

The significantly upgraded, new-look Kia Cadenza luxury sedan made its overseas premiere today (Tuesday) at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, USA. The upgraded Cadenza moves the Kia brand further up market by offering customers an impressive list of standard and optional equipment that takes in-car technology and premium features to an entirely new level. Sophisticated and elegant styling Based closely on the 2009 model’s styling by Kia’s President and Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer, the new-look Cadenza features fresh elements that incorporate Kia’s evolving design DNA. Echoing some of the visual innovations of the flagship Kia Quori…

Based on the Hyundai Azera, the Kia Cadenza just made its way into the public eye here at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, marking Kia’s entrance into the premium-sedan segment. The most powerful V6 in Kia’s stable lives under the hood; a 3.3-liter that pumps out 293 hp and 255 lb-ft of torque. Power is transferred exclusively to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission. To make the Cadenza a more engaging drive, it is fitted with a sport-tuned fully independent suspension and a “Sportmatic” manual shift mode complete with paddle shifters. The real Cadenza story comes from the interior, a point of pride for Kia, as the brand claims it will “introduce a number …

Kia Motors announced at its Australian Open 2013 vehicle handover ceremony that it will extend its agreement as the major sponsor of the Australian Open for an additional five years through to 2018. The new deal cements Kia as the longest running major sponsor of the event, with 17 continuous years of commitment to the first tennis Grand Slam® tournament of the year. The sponsorship rights of the renewed agreement will remain largely the same, with a host of new marketing programs to be introduced by Kia at the Australian Open over the next five years. Kia will continue to supply more than 100 official tournament vehicles each year for the safe transportation of players,…

The Kia Cadenza will reportedly make its official production debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, marking the brand’s foray into the premium segment. A renamed version of the K7 model sold in Korea, when the American Cadenza makes its debut, it will feature minor changes to its exterior styling in addition to a revised interior compared to the K7. Kia is hoping its new full-size sedan will compete head-on with cars like the Acura RL and the Toyota Avalon. SEE ALSO: 2012 Hyundai Azera Review The front-wheel drive sedan is actually slightly longer than a BMW 5-Series, though it is narrower. Based on the same platform as the Hyundai Azera, the Cadenza will mostly like…

Our all-new Cerato (Forte) made its world premiere at the LA Auto Show back in November, and last month we asked the 2 million plus people who like Kia Motors on Facebook to ask any questions they might have about our next generation compact sedan. Numerous inquiries poured in from across the globe, and we’ve sorted them into six categories: Body Style Variants Engine Specifications Design Availability Options Safety & Ride Handling We would like to answer these questions and help demystify the all-new Cerato – Let’s begin. Body Style Variants People asked a lot about the body style variants of the all-new Cerato. Following the launch of the four-door sedan, a…

For the past several years, Hyundai and Kia both have been enjoying growth in global sales, but the Korean automakers anticipate this year to be the slowest in global sales growth in seven years. The slowing global economy and a strong won are the main reasons the Korean automakers anticipate a cut in vehicle demand, though both expect a combined sales increase of 4.1 percent to 7.41 million vehicles this year. It will be the lowest growth since 2006. The Korean automakers are battling against an appreciating currency – the won has appreciated more than any other Asian currency in the past six months. Last year, the automakers combined for an estimated 7.12-million ve…

Hyundai and Kia are making a change to their telematics setups, announcing today that both companies will be integrating Google Maps into their vehicles navigation systems. Both Kia’s UVO system and Hyundai’s Blue Link will now use Google Maps to search for locations and directions, and Google Places to find points of interest and information about them. This will make finding locations and information easier as Google Maps and Google Places are constantly being updated with new information. Voice activated point of interest searching will also be available with the Google-powered systems. Additionally, a cell phone app will be available that will allow the car owner …

2013 has dawned and Kia Motors would like to wish you a Happy New Year! We are fully charged and ready to drive into 2013. Are you? Lees hele artikel