13 September 2011
While the all-new Kia Rio five-door hatchback is generating positive media coverage around the world and arriving in dealer showrooms across Europe this month, Kia is celebrating the world premiere of its new Rio three-door model at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
Designed primarily for the European market, the new Rio three-door will expand the appeal of Kia’s latest B-segment model to attract a new group of consumers to the brand for the first time – boosting conquest sales after its introduc
19 August 2011
Kia will exhibit a new powerful and dynamic four-door sports sedan concept at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The interesting about the vehicle is that it comes with RWD… finally.
The Concept also features distinctive new design, sleek and muscular proportions with a sophisticated and elegant four-seater cockpit.
15 August 2011
KIA will hit the market with the new 2012 Picanto 3-door joining the line-up for the first time since the model appeared in 2004. The small city car will also come with several new trim levels, and CO2 emissions from 99g/km - VED and Congestion Charge exempt.
Still, both 5-door and 3-door versions are identical in order to ensure the same levels of interior space and crash safety. However, the new 3-door model boasts bigger grille, restyled front bumper with large black-bezelled foglamps with
25 May 2011
2012 Kia Picanto will hit the market on 17 June. This is the second-generation of the model and it is set to prove better quality at decent price. 2012 Picanto offers extremely low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions as well as good performance. It is slightly larger than it predecessor and has more space and great comfort.
The engine range includes 1.0 and 1.25-litre petrol power units. The 1.25 litre is also available with an Intelligent Stop & Go (ISG) engine stop/start system as well a
21 April 2011
Kia has announced the new version of one of its most successful models – Soul. The 2012 Kia Soul features better exterior and more power, but the style remains the same, because of the customers appreciation.
“We have given the new Soul significant improvements in power, style and fuel economy, making this iconic vehicle the perfect package for consumers looking for something a little outside the box,” commented Michael Sprague, Vice President, Marketing & Communications, KMA.
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20 April 2011
KIA has exhibited the new 2012 K2 model at the Auto Shanghai 2011. The vehicle is specially created for the Chinese market. It is based on the all-new Kia Rio, which is scheduled to hit the European market in the late summer, this year.
The engine range includes а 1.4 liter four-cylinder with 109PS (80 kW) and 136Nm (100 lb-ft) and a 1.6 liter four-cylinder with 135PS (99 kW) and 165Nm (122 lb-ft). Both engines are available with either manual or automatic transmissions.
The dimensions of
11 April 2011
KIA has revealed the new 2011 pro Ceed 4, which is the successor of the existing pro Ceed 3. The facelift will include the Schreyer grille and a new more powerful 1.6 litre diesel with 126BHP. The acceleration from 0 to 60 mph is in 10 seconds and the top speed – 196 km/h (122 mph).
2011 Kia pro Ceed 4 has 17” alloys, black bezel headlights and privacy glass to help create the sporty exterior appearance. The interior boasts ull black leather upholstery combined with front heated seats a
30 March 2011
KIA will stun everybody with the introducing of Naimo electric concept car at the Seoul Motor Show today. The car combines Korean heritage with innovative modern features.
The name is taken from the Koren word “Ne-mo”, which means “square shape”. Kia Naimo is an electric crossover utility vehicle (CUV).
The car has a lot of staggering details like wrap-around windscreen and asymmetric sunroof, and the front and rear dot-style LED head- and positioning-lamps. When you combine all t
27 March 2011
KIA Kee will be the company’s roadster. The car is developed in order to compete against other cheaper roadsters like Mazda MX-5. European CEO Paul Philpott said that this two-seater is the preferred choice as a desirable sports model. He also added that Kia will focus on establishing the brand in 2011 and 2012, but the carmaker will prepare halo models that would stretch the company forward in 2013 and 2014.
The company is currently working on a program to differentiate Hyundai and Kia.
24 March 2011
Kia will launch their first electric vehicle in 2013. The model is based on the Venga EV Concept, which was introduced at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. However, there is not official information about that.Venga is powered by an electric motor with 82PS (60 kW). The lithium-ion battery pack will give the Venga a range of approximately 140 km (87 miles) and a recharging time of six hours with a standard household outlet.Kia will build two thousands test vehicles before launching the car in 2013.Sou
07 March 2011
2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo includes a new grille, modified side skirts, a dual exhaust system and unique 18" alloys. It also boasts new aluminum door sills and a revised instrument cluster.
Sportage SX Turbo also comes with a sports suspension including stiffer shocks and revised struts.
The sports version of the SUV is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged GDI engine with 260PS (191 kW) and 358Nm (264 lb-ft). It is mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox.
The big vehicle manages to retu
11 February 2011
Kia has published the first real, studio photos of its next-generation, 2012 Kia Rio which public unveil is scheduled for the upcoming 81st edition of Geneva Motor Show. Highlighting extremely bold and distinctive character, the newly-styled Rio will hit the UK market in September as a 5-door version and a 3-door will be available from early 2012.
At the first glance, the new Rio is a pure, new-generation Kia, boasting the brand’s signature grille, but integrated with the headlights to give
