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Shortly after being crowned 2022 European Car of the Year, the multi-award-winning Kia EV6 has claimed overall victory in the prestigious 2022 Red Dot Design Awards. The 50-strong expert jury of the renowned international design competition awarded the EV6 with the ‘Red Dot: Best of the Best’ accolade for its pioneering and forward-looking design. The […] The post Kia EV6 Triumphs in 2022 Red Dot Design Awards appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Shortly after being crowned 2022 European Car of the Year, the multi-award-winning Kia EV6 has claimed overall victory in the prestigious 2022 Red Dot Design Awards. The 50-strong expert jury of the renowned international design competition awarded the EV6 with the ‘Red Dot: Best of the Best’ accolade for its pioneering and forward-looking design. The […] The post Kia EV6 Triumphs in 2022 Red Dot Design Awards appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Shortly after being crowned 2022 European Car of the Year, the multi-award-winning Kia EV6 has claimed overall victory in the prestigious 2022 Red Dot Design Awards. The 50-strong expert jury of the renowned international design competition awarded the EV6 with the ‘Red Dot: Best of the Best’ accolade for its pioneering and forward-looking design. The […] The post Kia EV6 Triumphs in 2022 Red Dot Design Awards appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. Now we have new and exclusive information. For example, the EV9 will be showcased for the first time in September 2023, but there’s more. Starting from 2023, Kia plans to launch two or more electric vehicles every […] The post New Info About Kia EV9, Prototype to Appear Soon appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. Now we have new and exclusive information. For example, the EV9 will be showcased for the first time in September 2023, but there’s more. Starting from 2023, Kia plans to launch two or more electric vehicles every […] The post New Info About Kia EV9, Prototype to Appear Soon appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia EV6 electric crossover takes overall victory in prestigious Red Dot Awards with ‘Best of the Best’ title The 2022 European Car of the Year champion also claims the Red Dot ‘Innovative... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia EV6 electric crossover takes overall victory in prestigious Red Dot Awards with ‘Best of the Best’ title The 2022 European Car of the Year champion also claims the Red Dot ‘Innovative... Bekijk volledig artikel

Released at the end of 2021, the all-new Niro is causing sensation, and now we have new information of Niro PHEV, on its European spec, that despite the hybrid model, comes with an updated powertrain. The new Niro PHEV will a total output of 185 hp, an increase of 44 horsepower from the previous one, […] The post Kia Niro PHEV Comes w/ Updated Powertrain, More Power & Range appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia Telluride Named Best 3-Row SUV for Families for Third Consecutive Year The 2022 Kia Telluride was recently named “Best 3-Row SUV for Families” by U.S. News & World Report. This is the third... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia Telluride Named Best 3-Row SUV for Families for Third Consecutive Year The 2022 Kia Telluride was recently named “Best 3-Row SUV for Families” by U.S. News & World Report. This is the third... Bekijk volledig artikel

The EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. While that happens and before first prototypes start to test into the real life roads, our colleagues at Hitekro made this interesting rendering. What we know so far? Starting from 2023, Kia plans to launch two or more […] The post First Approximation into Kia EV9 Production Model appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Released at the end of 2021, the all-new Niro is causing sensation, and now we have new spy pictures of a completely undisguised prototype US-spec Niro PHEV, caught in South Korea with a black/orange configuration. What we know so far? The all-new Niro embodies Kia’s commitment to building a more sustainable future. As an integral […] The post US-spec Kia Niro PHEV Spotted Undisguised appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Recently Kia EV6 and Hyundai IONIQ 5 hot European Car of the Year and UK Car of the Year respectively. Today World Car Finals announced the Top Three in the World finalists. The vote results have been tabulated by KPMG.In just a few short weeks, the winners in all six categories will be declared live […] The post Kia EV6 & Hyundai IONIQ 5 are World Car Finalists appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Recently Kia EV6 and Hyundai IONIQ 5 hot European Car of the Year and UK Car of the Year respectively. Today World Car Finals announced the Top Three in the World finalists. The vote results have been tabulated by KPMG.In just a few short weeks, the winners in all six categories will be declared live […] The post Kia EV6 & Hyundai IONIQ 5 are World Car Finalists appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia America is partnering with Currently mobile charging service to provide its electric vehicle (EV) owners with an on-demand concierge service now available in three important California... Bekijk volledig artikel

We already spied the mid-cycle facelift for the Kia SOUL several times and today a new set of spy pictures show it a new cyan colour. The current generation SOUL was launched on November 2018. The boxy compact SUV (codenamed as SK3) had a good level of sales with around 40,000 units a month in […] The post Kia SOUL Facelift Spied w/ New Blue Colour appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

We already spied the mid-cycle facelift for the Kia SOUL several times and today a new set of spy pictures show it a new cyan colour. The current generation SOUL was launched on November 2018. The boxy compact SUV (codenamed as SK3) had a good level of sales with around 40,000 units a month in […] The post Kia SOUL Facelift Spied w/ New Blue Colour appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia’s first mobility product, which has internal codename PBV01 and it uses many parts of the 1st generation Kia Niro EV was disclosed during brand Investor Day event held the last week and our colleagues at Hitekro created a rendering showing how it will look….and well, the word you’re looking for is ugly, but as […] The post Kia Niro PBV EV Taxi Rendering appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia continues working on the mid-cycle facelift for the Seltos. The current generation Seltos was launched on July 2019. The compact SUV (codenamed as SP2) had a good level of sales with 48,000 units during 2021 in the US-market. Now, our colleagues form AutoPost sent new pictures. What we know so far? We recently have […] The post Kia Seltos Facelift Spied appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia’s oldest model will see a dramatic update this year. The Kia Sportage has been a mainstay of the brand’s lineup since the ’90s. Now competing in the hyper-competitive compact crossover segment, the current model is, well, a little too compact when measuring up to the competition. Such is the pace of the segment. “It’s just missing any truly stand-out features to push it ahead of the pack” we said when we reviewed the 2021 Sportage. Kia is looking to change that with the 2023 model. We spent a short time poking around a pre-production example at Kia Canada’s main office, ahead of a drive in the EV6 (more on that next week). Larger, better equipped, and with styling that’s sure to draw attention, the Sportage is ditching its wallflower persona. Here’s what we learned ahead of the crossover’s spring launch: Let’s talk about those looks We can’t talk about the new Sportage without starting with the styling. It’s hard to believe, but the current model was considered daring when it launched, with its high-set headlights. The 2023 model is on a whole other level. The Tiger Nose grille is much larger than before, with two arrow-shaped DRLs slashing through the grille and running up alongside the hood. A thin strip of amber runs across the headlight units, two trapezoid shapes pushed to the very edges of the fascia. It’s a busy look, but one that works better in person, no doubt helped by the (Sportage-exclusive) deep blue paint of this example. Around back, a thin light bar connects two notch-shaped taillights across a concave tailgate surface. 17-inch wheels are standard, while higher trims use 18- or 19-inch items. Kia’s design team has kept the checkerboard chrome texture detail that has popped up on other recent models, this time applied to the D pillar. It’s moves like these that give the Sportage obvious familial ties to the rest of the lineup, without resorting to the same-sausage, different-lengths approach other automakers use. SEE ALSO: Mazda CX-5 vs Nissan Rogue Comparison: Heart and Head The styling hides the latest Sportage growth spurt, too. The 2023 model sits on the long-wheelbase N3 platform, one it shares with the Hyundai Tucson. The wheelbase now stretches 108.5 inches (2,755 millimeters), while total length is 183.5 inches (4,660 mm). The Sportage’s more aggressive window line visually lowers the crossover, giving it an almost wagon-like vibe compared to the more upright Hyundai. Loading … Spacious, smart interior As dramatic as that exterior is, the interior makeover might just top it. The 2023 Sportage features much higher-quality materials than before, with an interior that looks inviting and premium. A larger 12.3-inch infotainment screen now sits front and center, with a second unit ahead of the driver for dial duty. Big, angular vents frame this dual-screen setup, and their shape is mirrored in the clever door handles. We’re happy to report the gas-engined model uses a traditional shifter, too. The Sportage still courts controversy inside, with the switchable climate/audio controls just below the infotainment screen. This row of buttons is contextual: either climate or audio controls are active at any time, requiring a push of a capacitive button to swap between them. SEE ALSO: Toyota Corolla Cross vs Kia Seltos Comparison While those controls are sure to anger some, we doubt there will be many complaints about space. That wheelbase stretch has given the Sportage one of the roomiest cabins in the segment, with an enormous 41.3 inches (1,049 mm) of rear legroom. It’s definitely adult-friendly, and we dig the hanging edge on the back of the front seatrests, complete with grippy interior material. Kia has finally adopted USB-C ports too, with a helpful positioning on the sides of the front seats, so that small kids can more easily reach them while buckled up. Smart. There’s more room out back, too. A dual-level cargo floor gives buyers up to 39.6 cubic feet (1,121 liters) of storage space behind the second row. Turn the Sportage into a two-seater and you’ve got up to 74.1 cubes (2,098 L) to fit all manner of flotsam and jetsam. Kia has also upped the towing capacity to 2,500 lb when equipped with trailer brakes. X gon’ give it to ya As the best-selling crossover in the brand’s lineup, it’s no surprise Kia will use the Sportage to expand its X-branded lineup of trims. In fact, there will be two—at least in the US. The X-Line will be available in both Canada and the US. This model will feature a variety of styling changes, including blacked-out trim, unique 19-inch wheels, and a rugged front bumper design. It also includes a ladder-style roof rail system. American buyers will also be able to choose the X-Pro trim. This model goes a step further, with all-terrain tires mounted on 17-inch wheels, and multi-terrain drive modes. Gas-only at launch The existing Sportage comes with two four-cylinder engines: a 2.4-liter, naturally aspirated unit, and a turbocharged 2.0-liter. When the fifth-gen touches down, it will feature just one at launch, but will offer three options before autumn. The default engine in the 2023 Sportage will be the brand’s familiar 2.5-liter nat-asp four-pot. With 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque running through an eight-speed automatic, it’s smack-dab in the middle of the pack. Kia quotes a combined 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) for the front-wheel drive model, which puts it just behind the Tucson (29 mpg / 8.2 L/100 km), and a ways off of the segment-leading Nissan Rogue (33 mpg / 7.2 L/100 km). Opting for AWD naturally knocks the numbers down a bit, to 25 mpg combined (9.5 L/100 km). Those looking for more efficiency will want to wait for the hybrid and plug-in hybrid models. These both use a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine, with an electric motor sandwiched between it and the six-speed automatic. The hybrid draws power from a 1.49-kWh lithium-ion battery; the PHEV, a larger 13.8-kWh item. Both will make the same combined 258 lb-ft of torque, with 226 horsepower in the HEV and 261 in the PHEV. Buyers will be able to choose between front- and all-wheel drive for the hybrid; the PHEV is all-paw only. SEE ALSO: 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV Review: Plugging the Gap Smart pricing Kia is keeping the Sportage’s long-held tradition of value for the new model. A front-drive 2023 Sportage LX will start from $27,205 ($30,245 CAD), including destination, with AWD an $1,800 ($2,000 CAD) option. From there, the trim lineup diverges between the US and Canada. American buyers will be able to move up to the EX ($29,205), X-Line ($32,005, SX ($34,505), SX-Prestige ($36,505), X-Pro ($36,205) , and range-topping X-Pro Prestige ($38,005). AWD standard on the X trims. US models will be built in the company’s Georgia plant. In Canada, every trim above the LX includes AWD. The range continues on from the X-Line ($35,845 CAD), EX ($37,445 CAD), EX Premium ($39,445 CAD), and X-Line Limited ($42,845 CAD). Canadian models will be sourced from South Korea. The 2023 Kia Sportage will be arriving in dealers in a matter of weeks. Become an AutoGuide insider. Get the latest from the automotive world first by subscribing to our newsletter here. 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During Kia’s investor day held yesterday, the South Korean carmaker also announced something that could be more interesting than the EV9, if happens, an electric pickup truck. Kia’s president Mr. Ho-sung Song announced plans to produce specialized electric vehicles in four major markets to expand electric vehicle volume. Apart from the EV9, that will be […] The post Kia to Have an Electric Pick-up…by 2027 appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Renewed website will provide first-hand information on Hyundai Motor Group's activities with a focus on customers and humanity Site design optimized for digital content, such as short-form videos... Bekijk volledig artikel

Starting from 2023, Kia plans to launch two or more electric vehicles every year, including the EV9, and build a full EV lineup of 14 models by 2027. Today they shared first details of the EV9, a large electric SUV that will be released in 2023. This is compared to the previous plan to release […] The post Kia EV9 Details Revealed, Up to 540km of Range appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia’s first mobility product, which has internal codename PBV01 and it uses many parts of the 1st generation Kia Niro EV was disclosed during brand Investor Day event held today. This Purpose-based vehicle is set to be launched during 2022 and will replace Kia K5 as Taxi model in South Korea. What we know so […] The post Kia Niro EV PBV Taxi Leaked appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Multi-Purpose Vehicle Wins for Style and Technology Editors note Carnival MPV “remakes the familiar” with unexpected spirit of luxury SUV Kia among 12 winners including high-tech and luxury brands... Bekijk volledig artikel