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First Win for Sportage Hybrid in Competitive Selection Process Today, the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid SUV was recognized as the 2023 Edmunds Top Rated SUV. This win recognizes the first-ever Sportage Hybrid in its first year of production. “The Sportage Hybrid delivers a combination of refinement, interior room, and efficiency in a package that is more attractive than ever, and worthy of Edmunds’ best-in-segment honors,” said Steven Center, COO and EVP, Kia America. “With more than 125,000 units sold last year, the Sportage model lineup was our top seller and it’s clearly resonating with our customers as much as it is with the experts at Edmunds.” Edmunds editors selected the Sportage Hybrid from among all mainstream and luxury SUV...

Two Victories for Kia in Highly Selective Competition Telluride recognized as only SUV to win four consecutive titles since launch All-electric EV6 received the honor in its first year on sale Today, the all-electric 2023 Kia EV6 performance crossover and the rugged and refined 2023 Kia Telluride SUV were recognized as 2023 Car and Driver 10Best Trucks and SUVs. This award for the Telluride marks its fourth time on the list in four years, distinguishing Telluride as one of few vehicles to be named a 10Best Award winner for each year it has been on sale. The 2023 honor for the EV6 is the first win for a Kia electric vehicle on the highly selective 10Best Awards list. “This record-setting, fourth 10Best Award win for Telluride in as...

EV6 recognized for automotive innovation, design, safety features, performance, technology, driver satisfaction, user experience, value Second North American Utility Vehicle of the Year™ win for Kia in three years EV6 was selected by jury of 50 automotive experts Today, the all-electric Kia EV6 was named North American Utility Vehicle of the Year™ by the North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) jury. This is the second occasion in three years that the NACTOY jury has named a Kia vehicle as its top choice in the category, and the first win for a Kia electric vehicle (EV). “Since its launch, the Kia EV6 has been inspiring customers and media critics around the world with its advanced engineering and bold design. As the embodiment of...

Habib recognized for establishing Kia’s new design philosophy and its contribution to brand desirability Habib to continue strengthening Kia’s design identity which is aligned with the brand’s electrification efforts ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy has been the creative driving force behind the designs of EV6 and forthcoming EV9 Kia today announced that Karim Habib, Head of Kia Global Design has been promoted to Executive Vice President as a part of Hyundai Motor Group’s executive appointments. Habib has been recognized for his role in establishing Kia’s design philosophy ‘Opposites United’. The design philosophy takes inspiration from the contrasts found in nature and humanity and has been the artistic driving force behind Kia’s...

Ultimate embodiment of Kia’s high-performance Stinger sedan Unique Tribute Edition introduces exciting new color and sports-focused interior trim enhancements Production limited to 1,000 units worldwide Kia's high-performance spirit will continue through its recognized GT lineups Kia has announced details of a new, ultra-exclusive, ultimate-specification Stinger Tribute Edition. Limited to just 1,000 examples worldwide, the Tribute Edition pays homage to Kia’s high-performance vision, and celebrates the Stinger sedan’s significant contribution to the brand since its introduction in 2017, as production of the groundbreaking model comes to an end. Building on the Stinger 3.3-litre twin-turbocharged V6 GT specification, the Stinger...

Telluride takes top honors in 3-Row Midsize SUV category for fourth consecutive year Seltos named Best Compact SUV for third year in a row Sportage PHEV wins among Plug-in Hybrid vehicles in its first year of production The Kia Telluride, Seltos and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid sport-utility vehicles have been announced as category winners of the 2023 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards. This is the fourth consecutive year that Telluride has been named as Best 3-Row Midsize SUV and the third year in a row that Seltos has been recognized as Best Subcompact SUV. The Sportage PHEV, in its first year of production, has been named the winner of the Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles category by the editors of Kelley Blue Book. “The Telluride, Seltos and...

Wins Strengthen Brand’s Overall CPO Value Proposition Kia Earns Vincentric Best CPO Value in America award in the Passenger Car category Rio, Rio Five-Door, Soul, and Sorento Hybrid recognized as having the best CPO value in their respective segments Niro and Niro Plug-In Hybrid models identified as having the lowest cost of ownership Kia has been named the winner of the 2023 Vincentric Best Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Value in America award in the Passenger Car category. Kia propelled to the top spot after four models were recognized as having the best CPO Value America in their respective segments, including the Rio for the third consecutive year and the Soul for the second year in a row. Kia Rio – Best CPO Value in America...

Telluride, Sportage, K5, Soul and Rio earn J.D. Power awards for having the highest residual value within their respective segments Kia is the most improved mass market brand year over year Last week, Kia took home the highest number of model awards – five – in the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards. The segment wins by Telluride (Midsize SUVs with 3-row seating), Sportage (Compact SUVs), K5 (Midsize Cars), Soul (Micro SUVs), and Rio (Small Cars), led Kia to the best year-over-year improvement of any mass market brand in the annual evaluation. “Kia is a brand on the move, with more models predicted to hold their value within their respective segments than any mass market brand,” said Steven Center, COO and EVP, Kia...

Entry SUV[1] Boasts Bigger Personality with Significant Upgrades Across the Board Newly added X-Line trim ups the Seltos’ appearance with exclusive exterior features Increase of 20 hp for the 1.6-liter turbo-GDI engine for 195 horsepower, paired with an available 8-speed automatic transmission for more seamless and lively performance Design enhancements lend Seltos a more assertive exterior appearance with revised front and rear fascias, available unique Star Map lighting, and geometric-style wheels Centerpiece of Seltos’ technologically advanced interior is an available first-in-segment[2] panoramic display featuring two 10.25-inch screens Three new available colors, including Pluton Blue, accentuate SUV’s more confident stance...

Kia’s most powerful production vehicle ever proves that quiet can also be potent 576-HP all-electric Kia EV6 GT can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds, with a top speed of 161 mph[1] Kia America recently debuted an all-new creative campaign for the most powerful vehicle in company history, the 576-hp, all-electric Kia EV6 GT. Performance vehicles of the past had to be heard to be believed, and the campaigns promoting these vehicles often featured revving engines and tuned exhaust systems. But this new campaign developed by David&Goliath, Kia’s creative agency of record, communicates the EV6 GT’s new message loud and clear – silence can be powerful. The :30-second spot, entitled “Silence is Powerful,” features professional...

Available in Wind, GT-Line and sporty GT trim configurations1 2023 EV6 GT delivers astonishing 576 horsepower and 545 lb.-ft. of torque Buyers of a new EV6 receive 1,000 kWh of complimentary charging through the Electrify America network of public charging stations2 Kia America today announced pricing for the 2023 Kia EV6. Entering its second model year, the EV6 CUV starts at an MSRP $48,500 (excludes $1,295 destination fee). With strong sales and continued customer demand, the Wind RWD becomes the base EV6 for the 2023 model year, replacing the Light RWD. With just a $1,000 MSRP increase from last year, its greater range and sought-after standard features – leather seating surfaces with ventilated front seats, external and internal...

Kia America proudly celebrates a resounding success after its Rebelle Rally team crossed the finish line in a modified 2023 Sportage X-Pro, ultimately conquering the tough-as-nails navigational challenge. Kia driver Verena Mei and navigator Tana White finished in fifth place in the X-CrossTM class, a herculean accomplishment considering a major setback the team faced when the external odometer – a key navigational tool used in the rally – installed in the Sportage X-Pro stopped working during the first stage of the competition. Verena Mei and Tana White (Team 206) tenaciously crossed the finish line in a modified 2023 Sportage X-Pro, placing 5th in the X-CrossTM class Mei expertly maneuvered the modified 2023 Sportage X-Pro up and...

Electrify Expo series highlight new electric vehicles, sustainability, energy, infrastructure, and EV legislation Experience the Kia EV6 and see the all-new Niro EV in Austin at Circuit of the Americas Kia America once again joins cutting-edge mobility companies for Electrify Expo Austin, the final event in the series where leaders in electrification will come together to discuss the key challenges, insights, available research, and trends facing the mobility sector as it moves toward an all-electric future. After events earlier this summer in the Long Beach, CA, Seattle, NYC-Metro, and Miami areas, the series concludes November 11-13, at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, where attendees will once again have the opportunity to...

Kia America announced record October sales of 58,276 units, a 3.9-percent increase over the previous October sales record set in 2020, and an 11.9-percent improvement year-over-year. Led by the Sportage family of SUVs, including the Sportage HEV and PHEV models, which were up 118-percent over the same period a year ago, October sales were also boosted by a 101-percent year-over-year increase for Kia’s electrified models. In addition, four Kia models posted double-digit sales increases, including: Seltos (37-percent), Forte (19-percent), Sorento (18-percent), and Niro (16-percent). October sales up 3.9-percent over previous record set in October 2020 Sales of Kia’s electrified models increase 101-percent year-over-year “After record...

Modified Kia Sportage Will Help Sea Turtle Inc., Experts Care for Endangered SeaTurtle Population: Sea Turtle Habitats, Natural Landscape and Sea Turtle Safety Were Accounted for When Modifications Were Made Vehicle donation is part of larger partnership between Kia and Sea Turtle Inc., which includes renovations to help modernize the non-profit’s facilities Kia America has donated a custom 2023 Sportage SUV to Sea Turtle Inc., a non-profit organization based in South Padre Island, Texas, which is dedicated to the conservation and rehabilitation of the endangered sea turtle population. The vehicle donation is the second phase of the partnership between Kia and Sea Turtle Inc., a relationship which began in April of this year and...

The 2023 Kia Sorento enters the new model year with improved packaging across all trims, building upon its generous array of standard features. Starting with the base LX, its roster of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) has been extended to include standard Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance (BCA), Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance and Safe Exit Assist. All other trims gain convenience features that were previously optional: the S gets a wireless smartphone charger; the EX gets an 8-way power front passenger seat and frameless rear view mirror; and the SX gets a 12.3-inch color digital instrument panel, power-folding exterior mirrors and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The range-topping SX Prestige now comes with standard AWD...

Kia America earned three honors in the 2022 Newsweek Autos Awards, recognizing the 2022 Carnival as the Best Minivan, 2022 K5 as the Best Family Car and the 2022 Sportage as one of five vehicles selected as an Editor’s Pick, based on features, specifications, and driving impressions. Kia Carnival returns as the Best Minivan winner for the second year Kia K5 is now the Best Family Car following its Best Midsize Car honor in 2021 Kia Sportage was recognized as Editor’s Pick “We are honored to receive three Newsweek Autos Awards for the 2022 Carnival, K5, and Sportage this year,” said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America. “These diverse award-winning vehicles symbolize Kia’s commitment to industry-leading quality, design and value...

Hyundai Motor, Kia and Genesis have won an array of accolades at the 2022 Newsweek Autos awards. The three Hyundai Motor Group brands earned eight awards in total. Three Hyundai Motor Group brands win eight total awards Six best product awards, and two overall brand awards received Newsweek Autos ranks vehicles on drive impressions, features and specifications “Our three brands – Hyundai, Kia and Genesis – consistently offer products with class-leading design, innovation, quality and performance, and we are delighted to have this recognized by Newsweek,” said Chung Kook Park, President and Head of R&D Division at Hyundai Motor Group. “In the midst of the transformation to a new era of mobility, our core aim remains delivery of...

Kia has kicked off its global brand campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2022™ by launching several marketing activities associated with the tournament which runs from November 20th to December 18th. Campaign video evokes Kia’s key message: ‘Inspiration. It’s in all of us.’ Brand to feature Fan-made contents on electronic boards at the stadiums through #KiaInspireTogether campaign Digital content to highlight dreams and inspirations of children participating as Official Match Ball Carriers Kia to provide fleet of eco-friendly vehicles for transport of players, staff and match officials Kia to unveil content emphasizing EV6 GT-line in partnership with FIFA+ (FIFA’s OTT platform) In alignment with Kia’s key brand message for this year’s...

Today, Kia announced pricing for the all-new 2023 Niro EV, the second-generation crossover designed from the ground up to meet and exceed the expectations of electric vehicle consumers. Offered in Niro EV Wind and Niro EV Wave trim levels, the 2023 Niro EV features an MSRP of $39,450. 2023 Kia Niro EV MSRP starts from $39,450 Second-generation model rated at an EPA-estimated 253 miles of all electric range[ii] and quicker charging: can recharge from 10 to 80 percent in under 45 minutes[iii] Offered in two trim levels, Niro EV Wind and Niro EV Wave, replete with standard collision avoidance and driver assist features and premium in-vehicle technology[iv] Arriving at Kia retailers in all 50 states in Fall 2022[v] Trim Levels/Pricing...

2023 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid starts at $33,740 All-new crossover boasts a roomier cabin and a 25 percent improvement in AER[ii] (now rated at 33 miles) and 108 MPGe[iii] (up from 105 MPGe) Available in EX and SX Touring trims Expected to arrive at Kia retailers this fall[iv] Kia has announced pricing for the all-new second generation 2023 Niro Plug-in Hybrid, starting at $33,740. Trim Levels/Pricing – MSRP: (excludes $1,295 destination) Niro Plug-in Hybrid EX $33,740 Niro Plug-in Hybrid SX Touring $39,490 With increased dimensions all around, the 2023 Niro Plug-in Hybrid aims to offer more comfort with a roomier cabin, but despite its larger size, the PHEV has a 25-percent greater all-electric range of 33 miles than...