Kianieuws van Autoguide.com
Lees de laatste nieuwtjes over KIA van deze grote autosite.
711 topics in dit forum
-
- 0 antwoorden
- 1k weergaven
[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] Spy photographers have caught the Kia Niro EV testing on public roadways for the first time. Testing alongside the all-electric version of the Hyundai Kona, the Kia Niro EV is expected to make its debut sometime in 2018, possibly at the Geneva Motor Show. The two crossovers are part of Hyundai and Kia’s plan to add more electrified vehicles to their lineups. The Kia Niro EV will reportedly share its powertrain with the Hyundai Ioniq Electric, using the same 28-kWh battery pack and 120-horsepower electric motor. The Hyundai Ioniq Electric returns an EPA-estimated 124 miles of combined range, so expect the Niro EV to have slig…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 775 weergaven
The 2018 Kia Soul and Sportage have received the highest possible safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Both of the crossovers received the IIHS’ coveted Top Safety Pick+ rating. The safety rating applies Soul vehicles equipped with the Primo Lit (fam) package, which adds extra-bright high-intensity discharge headlights. The rating also applies to Sportage vehicles built after June 2017 and equipped with the new HID headlamps standard on SX Turbo trim and higher. “Kia’s world-class lineup continues to earn quality, reliability and safety awards at an increasing rate and these IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus ratings for Soul and Sportage reflect Kia’s …
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 867 weergaven
[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The 2018 Kia Stinger is one of the most interesting new cars to debut this year and it will soon be available at dealerships for you to check out, test drive, and buy. Although a definitive Kia Stinger release date has not been set because dealer availability can never be set in stone, most dealers will be fully stocked by the end of 2017. In the U.S., the Stinger and Stinger GT will arrive at dealerships later this month (November) in major markets on the west and east coasts, with greater availability in the rest of the country by mid-December. In Canada, Kia dealerships will be getting their Stinger GTs in late November. …
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 1,7k weergaven
[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The 2018 Kia Stinger is very close to hitting dealerships nationwide. Available with two engine options, a lot of new technology, and a sexy fastback profile, we dive into the details of this impressive performance car. 2018 Kia Stinger Specs Powertrain Options The Stinger will be available with two exciting engine options. The base engine is a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder making 255 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. The uplevel engine will be a 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6 with 365 horsepower and 376 pound-feet of torque. Both engines use an eight-speed automatic transmission. In Canada, the Stinger GT with AWD will b…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 1k weergaven
Get the Flash Player to see this player. Kia has a really impressive all-new grand touring car/sports sedan, but everyone had the same question: Can the Kia Stinger drift? Kia set up an area at the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas to show that it’s taking fun and performance very seriously by doing drift demonstrations. Although the Stinger comes standard with rear-wheel drive, even the AWD model can drift. Thanks to a big twin-turbo V6 engine, selectable drive modes, and the ability to turn off traction control, the new Stinger is more than happy to go sideways. Check out the video above to see it in action. Check out our review of the 2018 Kia Stinger here. 2017 SEMA …
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 1,1k weergaven
Fashion-forward four-door cars with liftbacks are offered by a number of automakers including Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Volkswagen. You can add BMW and even Kia to that list, with the 4 Series Gran Coupe and all-new Stinger, respectively. But which of these cars is a better option? That’s the question of today’s poll! The BMW is offered in a variety of flavors — it’s available with all-wheel drive, an efficient four-cylinder engine, and even a manual gearbox. But for this comparison, we’re focusing on the top-shelf 440i model, which is rear-drive. Power is provided by a liquid-smooth 3.0-liter inline-six that’s rated at 320 horses. Maximum torque clocks in at 330 pound…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 942 weergaven
[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The Kia Stinger will be the centerpiece of the Korean automaker’s display at the 2017 SEMA Show, with two heavily modified versions of the mid-size sedan set to be presented in Vegas this week. The more radical of the two Stinger-based concepts is the Stinger GT Wide Body. The concept, which was teased earlier this month, was created by West Coast Customs of Pimp My Ride fame. It features a fat widebody kit, lowered suspension, 21-inch Keen forged wheels, a lightweight carbon fiber front splitter and rear diffuser and sporty quad exhaust tips. Inside the concept features blue leather seat piping, a hand-stitched grey dash panel …
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 1,1k weergaven
Whoever said, “there’s no such thing as bad publicity” probably didn’t pay too much attention to the automotive industry. Many automakers make headlines during the Super Bowl for their outrageous and sometimes hilarious commercials, but there are plenty of marketing campaigns going on year-round. Many of these campaigns are traditional and even boring, while others really go outside the box in an attempt to grab attention. SEE ALSO: New Ads Feature a Ram Casually Towing a Church And then there are some that are so strange we’re not really sure how they are related to selling cars. Here are the top 10 weirdest automotive marketing campaigns we’ve come across in recent…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 2k weergaven
Car owners spend more time inside their car than looking at it from the outside, so a car’s interior has to be a nice place to be. Of course, luxury vehicles excel at making sure their drivers have a comfortable and pleasing place to spend time, but luckily for the rest of us, there are plenty of affordable cars that have surprisingly higher-end interiors. Here are some vehicles with inviting premium-looking interiors despite their modest pricing. ALSO SEE: Top 10 Best Car Interiors of 2017: WardsAuto Top 10 Affordable Cars with Surprisingly Higher-End Interiors 10. 2018 Honda Civic Honda has recently undergone a styling revolution for its cars both inside an out…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 1k weergaven
Consumer Reports has released its list of safe, reliable vehicles that are well-suited for young drivers. Picking a car for a teen driver is never easy, especially when you’re trying to keep it within a certain budget. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly half of teens involved in a car crash die, and motor-vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 14- to 18-year-olds. So while shopping for an affordable car with good reliability and safety marks is a good start, there are also vehicles that are better suited for inexperienced drivers. SEE ALSO: Top 10 Best Used Sports Cars Under $10K To narrow down its picks, Consumer Repo…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 1,3k weergaven
Consumer Reports just released its Annual Auto Reliability Survey, which predicts the dependability of every new vehicle on sale today. There were plenty of eyebrow-raising tidbits like the fact that the Chrysler Pacifica minivan is projected to have average reliability, an unheard-of rating for the brand, especially with a first-year product. Additionally, Kia’s Niro hybrid crossover is supposedly the most dependable vehicle available today, a major win for this South Korean automaker. SEE ALSO: Toyota Tops, FCA and GM Flop in Consumer Reports 2017 Reliability Survey Consumer Reports’ Annual Auto Reliability Survey is based on responses from their subscribers who ha…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 828 weergaven
[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The 2018 Kia Stinger is being released for sale in a couple weeks and word has been trickling out about its performance prowess and the incredible value it offers for the sports luxury segment. The segment in which Kia decided to join has been home to a host of top performers such as Audi, Mercedes, Infiniti, and BMW. Many have been curious to see how Kia would fare amongst such highly regarded competition. Well, we have some answers. Here’s what people — experts and regular people — are saying about the new 2018 Kia Stinger: ALSO SEE: 2018 Kia Stinger Review “Be afraid, BMW. Be very afraid”, said Angus MacKenzie of Motor Tr…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 813 weergaven
Certain Kia Soul models have been recalled in the United States for an issue related to the power steering. According to the automaker, affected models may have a faulty steering pinion plug that allows the pinion gear to separate from the steering rack, causing the vehicle to lose steering functionality. Kia says 342,381 vehicles are affected, all built between July 21, 2013 and September 30, 2015. Kia will contact owners of affected models starting on November 16th. It will then instruct customers to book an appointment with their dealer, where the pinon plug will be inspected, replaced and secured. If necessary, the entire steering gear assembly will be replaced. S…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 971 weergaven
Kia is teaming up with famed tuner West Coast Customs for a modified Stinger at the 2017 SEMA Show. The new Kia Stinger is quite possibly the Korean automaker’s best looking car yet. The sporty sedan features athletic proportions with a prominent and aggressive front end that flows well with the rest of its body. So we can’t help but be a little concerned with the render Kia and West Coast Customs have released of their upcoming Stinger project, sporting a gaudy widebody that doesn’t seem to work with the rest of the body. But we were taught not to judge a book by its cover, so we will hold our judgment until we see more of the project. SEE ALSO: 2018 Kia Stinger Pro…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 991 weergaven
[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The 2018 Kia Stinger is an all-new model from the Korean brand and it’s really making waves. Kia is trying to move upmarket and prove that it takes performance seriously — this new grand touring vehicle is a solid shot at premium German automakers and needs to be taken very seriously. Make sure to check out our full review of the new Stinger, but here is a quick overview of the pros and cons for this exciting new Kia. 2018 Kia Stinger Pros and Cons Pros Excellent Driving Dynamics: “Cars often get flustered and come undone when driven angrily, but if you push the Kia Stinger, it rewards you with an invitation to push it even h…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 954 weergaven
At least 859 complaints about exploding sunroofs have been filed in the past 22 years. Consumer Reports recently conducted a study into exploding sunroofs, finding that the safety standards and regulatory oversight of sunroofs have not kept pace with dramatic size and design changes over recent years. The publication used data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Office of Defects Investigation’s vehicle owner complaint database from 1995 to September 2017 to determine the vehicles with the most complaints. The list included at least 208 models of cars from 35 different automakers with the Scion tC being the most popular with 71 complaints. Hyundai …
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 1,1k weergaven
Driving around in a nice looking car usually means parting ways with a significant amount of your hard-earned cash. Here are some vehicles that manage to look stylish and expensive without making you broke. SEE ALSO: Top 10 Best Looking Sedans of 2017 Top 10 Cars That Look More Expensive Than They Actually Are 10. 2018 Acura TLX Acura got a lot of flack over the previous TLX’s competent but plain design. The 2018 refresh brought a much-needed reinvigoration. A less controversial grille treatment, available fancy-looking paint choices, nice wheels, and new LED lighting signatures front and back totally transform this car from a Plain Jane to one a car that has a lot …
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 978 weergaven
The 2018 Kia Stinger will start at $32,795 in the United States. For that price, you’ll get a rear-wheel drive Stinger with the 255 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. A step up to the 365 hp 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 model will run the price up to $39,895. All-wheel drive can be optioned on both cars for a $2,200 premium. The eight-speed automatic is the only transmission option and is standard on all models. SEE ALSO: A V8 Kia Stinger Could be Headed to North America The Stinger model lineup will start with the entry-level base model and extend to include Premium, GT, GT1 and the range-topping GT2. The base and Premium trims are exclusive to 2.0-l…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 959 weergaven
In North America, if it’s not a crossover, truck or SUV, a vehicle’s sales are probably declining. New passenger car sales have decreased 12 percent through the first eight months of 2017, compared to the same period last year. The result is 565,000 fewer cars being sold, while the light truck category sees a four-percent increase year-over-year. In terms of total auto sales, cars now account for just 37 percent, down from over 50 percent as recently as 2012. SEE ALSO: US Car Sales Have Fallen for Five Straight Months There are, however, some cars that continue to see growth in sales, although there aren’t many. Our friends at The Truth About Cars compiled data from …
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 1,7k weergaven
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto make it safer, easier, and more convenient to access your smartphone while driving. And the best part is that it’s available in really affordable cars. Automakers have been working to quickly integrate the technology into their infotainment systems, and now hundreds of vehicle models worldwide support both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. SEE ALSO: Apple CarPlay Finally Goes Wireless Here are the 10 cheapest cars currently available with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility as standard. 10. Volkswagen Golf The Volkswagen Golf comes standard with VW Car-Net App-Connect, which allows you to link your compatible smartphone and ac…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 778 weergaven
[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The new 2018 Kia Rio has been priced from $14,795 in the United States including destination. The entry-level 2018 Rio LX will start at $14,795 for the sedan and $15,095 for the 5-door hatchback. A step up to the Rio S trim line will raise the price for $16,995 for the sedan and $16,400 for the hatch. The range-topping Rio EX will command $19,295 for the sedan and $19,595 for the hatch. All prices have been listed including $895 in destination. Kia US unveiled its all-new Rio earlier this year, introducing minor changes to the nameplate. The 1.6-liter four-cylinder powerplant now makes a bit less power and torque at 130 hp and…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 975 weergaven
Kia is reportedly working on a V8 version of the Stinger performance sedan bound for North America. Speaking to CarAdvice, Kia Australia general manager Kevin Hepworth said the 2.0-liter and 3.3-liter V6 engines would be the only engines offered with the Stinger in Australia, but that a V8 is being worked on for North America. “I believe they’re developing one,” Hepworth said. “There may be a possibility the U.S. could pick it up. We’ve not heard about it [for Australia]. We haven’t entered into discussion for a V8.” SEE ALSO: Kia Stinger With 3.3L V6 and AWD Priced From $47K in Canada It seems likely that a Stinger V8 would utilize the 5.0-liter that was used in th…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 902 weergaven
Get the Flash Player to see this player. The Frankfurt motor show is kind of a big deal, with automakers from MINI to Mercedes-Benz unveiling all kinds of new vehicles at this event Of course, there are tons of production models are on display at this biennial event, but we can’t forget about the concept cars! Accordingly, here are eight of our favorite design studies from Frankfurt. BMW X7 iPerformance Concept This big, brown bomber previews the BMW brand’s upcoming full-size utility vehicle. Up front, there’s a new interpretation of the brand’s iconic twin-kidney grille along and along the sides there are hockey-stick bits of brightwork. Inside, there’s room fo…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 912 weergaven
Get the Flash Player to see this player. The 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show is wrapping up and there were a ton of really cool new car debuts and concepts. Here are the 10 most interesting things we learned at this year’s show. 10. BMW’s Tesla Killer Will Have More Range BMW’s i Vision Dynamics concept is an all-electric sedan that previews a Tesla Model S competitor that BMW said will be produced soon. It has 373 miles of range, while the best Tesla Model S has 315 miles of range. 9. Kias Are Sexy? Yes, we are going to go out on a limb and use the words “sexy” and “Kia” in the same sentence. Maybe we just love wagons too much, but this sleek design for a car that…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot, -
- 0 antwoorden
- 800 weergaven
[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The future styling of Kia road cars has been previewed today with the debut of the Proceed Concept ahead of the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. The Proceed Concept was design at Kia’s European design center in Germany – located just 500 meters away from where it will be unveiled next week. Kia is calling it an “extended hot hatch,” instead of wagon and says the design study previews the future styling of the C’eed five-door hatchback and the related three-door Proceed. The Korean automaker also says it “puts forward a bold vision for a potential member of the next-generation Cee’d family,” indicating that a C’eed wagon could eventual…
Laatste antwoord door Kiaclub Nieuwsrobot,