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Hyundai and Kia make kimchi out of Toyota and Lexus in the latest J.D. Power vehicle dependability survey

Best new SUVs coming in 2022! Honda HR-V, Nissan Qashqai, Kia Niro and more: CarsGuide Podcast #217

How Kia Evolved From a ‘Used Car Alternative” to the Maker of the Best SUV

Kia Seltos outsold Hyundai Creta in January 2022 in India

Is the 2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD Really Worth Nearly $60K?

Kia electric cars are super popular in Europe

Kia invents groundbreaking electronic manual gearbox

Kia and Hyundai launch global competition to invest in EV and battery start-ups

Kia Launches New 3S Centre In Tampoi, JB

Kia introduces entry-level e-Niro thats costs less than £30,000

Kia has expanded the line-up of the e-Niro to offer more choice and a sub-£30,000 entry price. The electric SUV was previously only offered in a single high-specification trim level, but new ‘2’, ‘3’ and ‘4+’ trims provide more choice ...

LA 2019: Kia Unveils All-New Seltos For US Market - The Miniature Kia Telluride?

Kia has premiered its latest SUV model, dubbed the Seltos at the ongoing Los Angeles Auto Show 2019. The Seltos slots between the popular Soul and Sportage models, and boasts Kia’s new design language (which we first saw with the ...

Hyundai, Kia recalls nearly 475,000 vehicless over fire risk, asks owners to park outside

© Provided by Roadshow Hyundai’s 2019 Santa Fe XL is among the models being recalled over fire risks. 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL Hyundai and Kia have issued a recall for 2016-2018 Santa Fe , 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport ...

Hyundai, Kia Recalls Over Fire Risk Ask Owners To Park Outside

The recalls affects nearly 500,000 vehicles. Recalls for potential engine compartment fires plagued Hyundai and Kia in the late 2010s, and the early 2020s are continuing that trend. The two automakers have announced that they will recall nearly half a ...

Why Kia is introducing clutch-by-wire systems

Kia unveiled its revamped fourth-generation Rio hatchback recently, which is admittedly news that’s unlikely to make you sit up and take note. However, among the myriad upgrades the Rio received – ranging from more efficient engines to a bolder-looking exterior ...

2022 Kia Sportage PHEV charges up as plug-in rival to Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4 and Mitsubishi Outlander

The Kia Sportage PHEV has a big enough battery for about 50km of tailpipe emissions-free driving. Kia has revealed the plug-in hybrid version of its new-generation Sportage mid-size SUV, but an Australian arrival is still up in the air. ...

Updated Kia Stonic gets hybrid tech

The Kia Stonic was launched back in 2017 and has proven to be a success for the Korean manufacturer. Its compact proportions make it a good urban package while its SUV styling has found favour with the fashion conscious. This ...

Kia Is Trying To Save The Manual Transmission… And Put Them In Mild-Hybrids

Kia has unveiled more details of its new intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT), which has been designed for the brand’s upcoming mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs). The ‘clutch-by-wire’ system is engineered to boost fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions while retaining the driver ...

Gallery: The All-New Kia Optima/K5 Unleashed; With 290 hp and AWD Tech

The all-new Kia Optima/K5 breaks cover and instantly makes every other sedan look old. We take a closer look at this stellar new masterpiece. At first glance, you could be forgiven for thinking that the car you see here is the ...

Kia updates the Stinger, now looks even better

You don’t really see many Kia Stingers around, which is a shame because it’s a very good looking and highly practical hatchback, and arguably a very cost-effective alternative to the Audi A7. Well…we say cost-effective. With a starting price of ...

Kia Unveils All-New 4th-Gen Carnival For 2021

Kia’s flagship MPV/minivan has sprouted some SUV-inspired styling (and more?) in this latest all-new evolution. There were a couple of leaks that preceded this reveal of Kia’s 4th-generation Carnival. The extra large MPV, which was able to sit up to ...

New Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid detailed ahead of 2021 launch

Kia has shared details about the new plug-in hybrid version of its Sorento SUV. The flagship seven-seater promises to emit the lowest CO2 in the SUV’s range while also being the most powerful. It uses a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine ...

Kia reveals new tax-busting plug-in hybrid Sorento

The all-new Kia Sorento will soon be available with a plug-in electric powertrain, which will offer buyers official fuel consumption nudging three figures (probably) and a CO2 rating that will make it extremely efficient for tax purposes. Kia hasn’t said ...

The 2020 Facelifted Kia Stinger Unleashed – But Will It Ever Come Here?

Kia has pulled the covers off the 2020 Kia Stinger fastback sedan – the facelifted model now boasts Kia’s latest driver-assist and safety features, as well as improved interior packaging for greater space and comfort. So, what’s new about Kia’s halo sports sedan? ...

2022 Honda Civic Crushes the 2022 Kia Forte in Compact Competency

2022 Honda Civic and 2022 Kia Forte comparison highlights: A mildly-refreshed 2022 Kia Forte has to deal with a redesigned 2022 Honda Civic lineup The 2022 Forte is cheaper and depending on the trim, more efficient, but it doesn’t ride ...

Kia reveals more details on updated Stinger

Kia let us know a couple of weeks back that the Stinger was getting its midlife update. Here’s our story on that, outlining the visual changes mainly. Well, now we know a bit more about the range of tech ...

Nearly Half A Million Kia Models Recalled For Airbag Defect

The recall includes the Forte, Soul, and Carnival MPV. The Kia Carnival is a superb family hauler. Not only does it offer decent performance courtesy of its V6 engine, but offers plenty of space and comfort for large families and ...

Kia Optima, Sorento Win At 2020 GOOD DESIGN Awards - Again

At the 70th GOOD DESIGN Awards late last year, two of Kia’s latest generation cars managed to snag prizes in the Transportation category, those being the 3rd-generation Kia K5 (a.k.a 5th-generation Optima) and the 4th-generation Sorento. The sedan and SUV ...

Updated Kia Stinger brings refreshed design and tech upgrades

Kia has breathed new life into its distinctive Stinger saloon, bringing a range of updates to its flagship model. New LED headlights have been included with matching LED daytime running lights, while the lights at the rear of the car ...

Could Kia Sales Quickly Exceed Mazda In Malaysia? Bring On The Rivalry

The recent, if unsurprising, confirmation that BAuto, through subsidiary Dinamikjaya Motors, will be taking up the distributorship of Kia cars alongside that of the Peugeot brand has lead to some speculation at just how meteoric the rise in popularity of ...

All-Electric Kia EV6 GT Beats A Bunch Of Supercars

By now, you should kind of expect electric performance to be so potent! The latest Electric Vehicle to pop up on your social media feeds? It's the Kia EV6 GT – the new flagship model for the Korean brand, and packing ...

Bermaz’s Kia Revival Plans Goes Big On EVs, Hybrids

Bermaz's Kia revival has an EV and hybrid roadmap in place. It has only been a 3 months since the confirmation that Bermaz Auto (BAuto) had acquired the distributorship of Kia vehicles in Malaysia, but only now has their plans for ...

Updated Kia Stinger arrives with £42,595 price tag

Kia’s recently facelifted Stinger is hitting the market priced from £42,595. Now available in high-specification GT S trim, the Stinger has been given a range of enhancements applying to both the interior and exterior of the car. Underneath the bonnet ...

Kia EV9 Concept Di LA Auto Show - Akan Menjengah Pasaran Pada 2023?

Bersempena dengan acara LA Auto Show, Kia membawakan sebuah model konsep SUV elektrik Kia EV9 Concept. Ia memberikan petunjuk akan model elektrik produksi seterusnya yang bakal diperkenalkan kepada pasaran selepas Niro EV dan EV6. Dibina atas platform Electric ...

Kia Sportage 2022: ¿más barato que el Nissan Qashqai?

© Motor1.com Copyright Kia Sportage (2021) versión europea Entre estos dos SUV compactos, muchas ventas se decidirán por el precio. Cuando descubrimos los precios oficiales, sin descuentos, del nuevo Kia Sportage 2022, la verdad es que nos quedamos perplejos, ...

Kia’s EV6 Fully Electric Crossover Coming To Malaysia In H2 2022

In the past, and under a previous local distributor, Malaysia has been pretty laggard when it came to receiving the latest and greatest from Korean automaker Kia. However, the brand’s newest stewards in the country, Bermaz, are confirmed to be ...

2015 Kia Cerato Koup Turbo 1.6 T-GDI Quick Review @ 1 Utama

It’s a busy day at the on-going Naza Kia On-Tour roadshow happening at the 1 Utama Shopping Centre, with the distributor of the brand launching the facelifted Kia Rio, and revealing the Cerato Koup Turbo for our market at an estimated RM150k, ...

Comparison: Proton Iriz vs Perodua Myvi vs Kia Picanto – Entry-Level City Dwellers

The Perodua Myvi has been the nation’s default entry-level hatchback for a decade now. It is a car that transcends class and suited for a wide range of buyer profiles – fresh grads, young families, pensioners, and even as a ...

Video: Mazda CX-5 vs Kia Sorento – Diesel SUV Showdown

The first video of the newly-minted collaboration between Carlist.my and Roda Pusing is available for viewing. Hosted by Hans and Kon from our team alongside Hisham and Albakry of Roda Pusing, the video features a diesel-powered SUV comparison test between ...

Kia’s 577bhp EV6 is faster than a Porsche Taycan 4S

Heard the one about the Kia that accelerates faster than a Porsche? If the sounds like the setup for a joke, it’s at Porsche’s expense. The most powerful version of Kia’s new EV6 flagship develops a jaw-dropping 577bhp, can reach ...

Review: Kia Picanto 1.25L EX (AT) – Small Car Hits The Big League

First, full disclosure. I have been an owner of the second-generation Kia Picanto (TA) for little under three years now, and have had nothing short of a wonderful ownership experience. My little Picanto has been faultless, a massive joy to ...

Review: 2017 Kia Grand Carnival - Going Big With Style

Stigma. A word that car manufacturers often dread. A word that most first generation Kia Carnival owners are familiar with. For those in the dark, a gasket failure wreaked havoc on the Kia Carnival, thus tainting the Carnival nameplate and ...

Review: Kia Optima GT - A Matter Of Give And Take

With turbocharging fast becoming a mainstream powertrain option across all car manufacturers, the Koreans are no different. Kia, in particular, slowly introduced turbocharged petrol engines with their Koup Turbo, but that trickle-down effect eventually made its way to the more ...

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