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After reviewing 40 nominated interiors that were all-new or significantly improved from the prior year, WardsAuto has released its list of the top 10 best interiors of 2018. The publication said this year, the color red was extremely popular inside cabins, not just as an accent color but covering complete seats and wide swaths of door panels. “We know a lot of consumers end up buying black, gray or beige interiors, but there are also a lot of shoppers who want more excitement,” said WardsAuto senior content director, Drew Winter. “This year’s class of winners will make these folks happy.” SEE ALSO: Top 10 Affordable Cars with Surprisingly Higher-End Interiors The 201…
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Nowadays, some hatchbacks are giving crossovers a run for their money with respect to their cargo hauling capabilities. Moving a lot of things in a car can quickly become a drag if you don’t own something big enough to get the job done well. There’s nothing more annoying than having to make multiple trips when a single trip with a larger vehicle would have met your moving needs. This is where the appeal of crossovers comes in. They mostly drive like a regular 4-door sedan, but due to longer wheelbases and an overall larger size, they offer impressive amounts of cargo space to handle whatever is thrown at them. ALSO SEE: Top 10 Hot Hatches We Wish Were Sold in North Am…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The 2019 Kia Soul has been photographed in a parking garage in Korea, giving us our best look yet at Kia’s next-generation version of the squarish little crossover. The photos, taken by a Motorgraph forum member, reveal the 2019 Soul’s front daytime LED running lights and four front fog lamps. The new Soul’s front end also appears rather similar to the 2018 Hyundai Kona’s, with narrow LED daytime running lights and a narrow mailslot-style intake that is joined by a large lower grille section. To our eye, the side profile looks almost identical to the current Soul. The vertically mounted taillights seen on the current version a…
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Kia has developed a new wireless charging system for use on the Soul EV. Kia calls it an important step in the future of EVs. The Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center (HATCI) has been in a three-year partnership with California-based wireless power company Mojo Mobility to develop automotive wireless charging. Mojo has worked on wireless power transfer for automotive use as well as for mobile and medical devices. The project was partly funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. HATCI and Mojo first worked on a compact wireless charging system that could transfer more than 10 kilowatts through to the vehicle. The two were able to achieve power transfer effic…
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The Kia K900 has not been a very popular vehicle in the United States. The automaker sold just 455 of the full-size sedans in all of 2017, and 2016 wasn’t much better with just 834 units sold. The first model years for the vehicle in the US were a bit stronger, with Kia selling 1,330 in 2014 and 2,524 in 2015. Those are still extremely low numbers, though, especially for a volume brand like Kia, so why did the company bother engineering an all-new model for 2018? We asked Kia USA product boss Orth Hendrick the same thing, who explained the interesting circumstances behind the car. He said that shortly after the recession, they noticed that many luxury buyers were mov…
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Kia is open to producing different model variants of the Stinger sedan, so long as sales and interest in the performance four-door remain strong. Speaking to AutoGuide at the 2018 New York International Auto Show, Kia North America product planner Orth Hendrick said the company is open to producing different model variants of the Stinger. He didn’t go into detail on what the Korean automaker may be considering for the car, but a performance version, special editions, or maybe even a version with some more premium content aren’t outside of the realm of possibility. “We’re looking at it (different Stinger variants),” Hendrick said. “The reaction has been phenomenal to (th…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] Four years after its last refresh, Kia has given its Sedona minivan yet another makeover. In a segment with few competitors, Kia has opted to give its Sedona another refresh rather than develop a next-generation model. The updated minivan makes its debut at the 2018 New York Auto Show, four years after the last updated Sedona bowed at the same show. Once again, it receives new front and rear fascias that feature a similar design language as other models in Kia’s lineup. In addition, the minivan benefits from a newly available rear-seat entertainment system and other convenience features. Helping give the Sedona a sharper appe…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] Looking to stay competitive in the crowded midsize sedan segment, Kia has unveiled the refreshed Optima at the 2018 New York Auto Show. Sporting new design cues inside and out, the 2019 Kia Optima also benefits from expanded ADAS technology, a new UVO infotainment system, and available European-inspired red and black two-tone sport leather-trimmed seats. In additional, available enhancements for the sedan include new alloy wheel choices, ambient LED interior lighting, and a new Passion Red exterior paint shade. Starting with the base LX model, the Optima now comes standard with Stinger-inspired LED daytime running lights, new…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The completely redesigned 2019 Kia K900 has debuted at the 2018 New York Auto Show. The Korean automaker’s flagship sedan is set to go on sale in the U.S. during the fourth quarter of 2018 and was conceived and created in Kia’s design studio in Korea, with collaboration from the Irvine, California-based studio. The second-generation K900 hopes to bring a new definition of premium luxury to the Kia brand, measuring slightly longer and wider than its predecessor. Kia says its designers were inspired by a design ethic they call “The Gravity of Prestige” when it came to styling the new K900. Up front, the sedan gets a new “Quadri…
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The 2019 Kia K900 has been shown in full ahead of its debut at the 2018 New York International Auto Show later this month. The 2019 K900 is the new flagship luxury sedan for the Kia brand and is set to go on sale globally this year. It was styled by designers at Kia’s two global design studios in Namyang, Korea and Irvine, California and follows a minimalist ethos both inside and out. The exterior features simple, smoothed over styling and an abundance of chrome trim. The cabin is similarly minimalist and features a wrap-around dash that is intended to “cocoon” the driver and front seat passenger, Kia says. Some light details on the new K900 have also been shared by K…
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Hyundai and Kia are being investigated by safety watchdog groups in the United States due to multiple reports of airbag failures in the Korean brands’ vehicles. According to Reuters, the National Highway Traffic Saftey Administration has received reports of six crashes in which six separate people were injured when the airbags failed to deploy in Hyundai and Kia cars. Four of the accidents were in 2011 Hyundai Sonata sedans, while two were in 2012 and 2013 Kia Fortes. Hyundai-Kia also said it was aware of two deaths linked to the crashes, which were reportedly the result of high-speed head on collisions. NHTSA is currently looking at recalling 425,000 2012-2013 Kia For…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] Kia has announced U.S. pricing for the 2019 Sorento, which is available in five trim levels. The standard 2019 Kia Sorento L is priced from $26,980 including destination, marking an increase of $90 compared to the outgoing model. Powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, the Sorento now comes standard with a new seven-inch touchscreen audio head unit and a revised six-speed automatic transmission. In addition, the 2019 model receives new front and rear fascias, giving it a more sophisticated appearance. The interior is also noticeably more upscale, while adding new technology such as available Driver Attention Warning, Lan…
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The 2019 Kia K900 appears to have leaked ahead of its debut, with sharp-eyed car enthusiasts photographing it on the back of a flatbed. These images were making their rounds on Twitter today and while extremely grainy, show the new K900 completely uncovered. Not surprisingly, the full-size sedan’s design stays true to the sketches Kia released earlier this month, with rounded headlights and taillights and a beltline seam splitting the car just beneath the side windows. There’s also integrated dual exhaust outlets, multi-spoke alloy wheels and an abundance of chrome trim. Kia today released a sketch of the interior of the new K900, showing a Mercedes-Benz inspired hori…
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Kia has released a design sketch showing the dashboard layout and interior of its new K900 full-size sedan. The 2019 Kia K900 will make its debut later this month at the 2018 New York Auto Show. Kia already released sketches previewing the exterior of the sedan, but this is the first time we’ve gotten a look at the redesigned cabin. While certainly not a bad thing, we sense some heavy Mercedes-Benz influence with the new K900’s interior. The diamond-quilted stitching on the doors is very Mercedes-Benz, as are the silver row of buttons located just below the floating infotainment screen – another design trend Mercedes pioneered. Other standout design features include t…
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The next Kia K900 has been previewed in an official design sketch released by the Korean automaker this week. The new K900 was designed by experts at both Kia’s global design headquarters in Namyang, Korea and the brand’s US design studio in Irvine, California. Some standout details on the new sedan, according to Kia, include the ‘Quadric pattern’ grille, which it says has 176 jewel-shaped cells, along with the ‘Duplex comet’ headlamps and various chrome trim. SEE ALSO: Kia Stinger GT Already has a Limited Edition Model The new K900 will go on sale in the second quarter of 2018 following a debut that will likely occur at the 2018 New York International Auto Show late…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] Kia is celebrating its cross-Atlantic collaboration on the development of the Stinger with a special edition model. The development of the Stinger sports sedan was a joint effort between the U.S. and Germany, and it stole the show as AutoGuide.com‘s 2018 Car of the Year. According to Kia, the Stinger has ushered in a new era for the brand, and now there’s a limited-edition Stinger GT Atlantica to celebrate. Limited to 500 units, the Atlantica special edition model is based on the Stinger GT2 AWD and wears a Deep Chroma Blue metallic paint job. It wears 19-inch wheels that come directly from the European Stinger, while the larg…
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Get the Flash Player to see this player. The Mazda CX-5 has won the 2018 AutoGuide.com Utility Vehicle of the Year award, but here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how the editors came to that decision. The Mazda CX-5 won the most points in AutoGuide.com’s scoring against a field of extremely competitive crossovers and SUVs: The 2018 Volvo XC60, Subaru Crosstrek, Jeep Wrangler, and Kia Niro. Of course, these vehicles weren’t scored against each other, rather were evaluated in regards to how they stacked up against their natural competitors in their respective segments. This video gives some insight into how the Mazda CX-5 won and where the other contenders might have f…
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The Kia Stinger is a new type of product for the typically reserved Korean automaker. Never before has Kia made a rear-wheel drive sports sedan, and it’s out to prove that its first attempt can punch well above its weight class. The automaker today announced the Stinger Experience, which will visit several major cities across America throughout 2018. The program will allow attendees to drive the 365 hp V6 Stinger in 0-60 mph acceleration runs, cornering tests and a slalom course. That’s not all though – they will also be able to pilot a BMW 640i, Porsche Panamera V6 and Audi A5 on the same courses to compared the Kia with some of the vehicles it was benchmarked with. SE…
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Ever wonder which automakers make the best vehicles? Consumer Reports is out to answer that question each year, searching for the automakers that produce reliable, high-performing models. The brand rankings are based on the publication’s vehicle testing, along with owner feedback on over 640,000 cars to determine the predicted reliability and owner satisfaction ratings. Each Overall Score is a composite of the road test score and the predicted reliability and owner satisfaction ratings from Consumer Reports‘ Annual Auto Survey. SEE ALSO: Most Dependable Vehicles of 2018: J.D. Power To keep things fair, brands are ranked based on the average overall score for all of …
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The second-generation Kia K900 flagship sedan should debut at the 2018 New York Auto Show. The Korean automaker has released a teaser image for its next-gen K900, a model that will likely see some changes as it hopes to push stronger sales compared to its predecessor. The Kia K900 was introduced to the U.S. market for the 2015 model year, but it has been on sale in other parts of the world under the K9 or Quoris nameplate since 2013. But the sedan hasn’t quite made the impact in the segment that Kia would like. Kia’s more recent models have impressed consumers and the media, including the Stinger which was named AutoGuide.com‘s Car of the Year. Don’t be surprised if t…
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If you’re shopping for a new vehicle and dependability is at the top of your wish list, start here. The J.D. Power 2018 Vehicle Dependability Study has been released, and along with ranking all the major automakers from most dependable to least dependable, J.D. Power has shared the top performing models per segment. We’ve compiled the data in an easy-to-read list so that you can see which vehicles are the most dependable in their class. SEE ALSO: Top 10 Least Dependable Automakers: 2018 J.D. Power Small Car: Kia Rio Topping the small car category this year is the Kia Rio. The Chevrolet Sonic placed second, while the Nissan Versa finished third. Small Premium Car:…
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This year was the first year overall vehicle dependability has improved since 2013. The J.D. Power 2018 Vehicle Dependability Study has been released, with overall vehicle dependability improving nine percent from 2017, from an industry average of 156 problems experienced per 100 vehicles (PP100) to 142 PP100. The annual study measures the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles during the past 12 months by original owners of 2015 model year vehicles, with a lower score reflecting higher quality. SEE ALSO: Top 10 Most Dependable Automakers: 2017 This year, mass-market brands continue to close the gap with luxury brands, with the mass market average scoring 14…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The all-electric Kia Niro is currently undergoing cold weather testing in the Arctic Circle. Earlier this year, Kia unveiled the Niro EV Concept at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show, previewing the future all-electric crossover set to arrive later this year. Final details and specifications on the production Kia Niro EV have not been announced, but the Korean automaker did say the concept was capable of returning 238 miles of driving range on a single charge. Expect the production model to be similar in range. SEE ALSO: Kia Niro EV Helps Usher in a New Generation of Technology The Kia Niro EV will serve as one of five fully…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] It feels like Kia has taken on a whole new personality following the introduction of the Stinger sedan. The all-new Kia Stinger was named AutoGuide.com‘s 2018 Car of the Year, and the Korean automaker followed up the sports sedan with a redesigned Forte at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show. Sporting a sleeker look with some Stinger influences, the new Forte is more about economy than performance, with a 147-horsepower engine underneath the hood. So while it has a sportier appearance than its predecessor, the Forte is more about its 35-mpg fuel rating than it is about excitement. But perhaps that’s going to change, as Derrick Ty, pro…
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[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The 2019 Kia Soul has been spied winter testing and it appears it will finally offer an all-wheel-drive variant. The next-generation Kia Soul rides on a new platform originally designed for front-wheel-drive applications, but also offers an all-wheel-drive option that the Korean automaker will likely take advantage of given consumer demand. The prototype caught on camera by spy photographers is wearing a lot of heavy camouflage, but we can tell the Soul will retain its overall boxy shape. What’s more interesting is the possibility it will have stacked headlights, giving the front end a new personality. SEE ALSO: 2017 Kia Soul…
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