2012 Kia Cars
Kia has been in business since the end of World War II but first came to America in 1994. After being purchased by Hyundai in 1998, Kia expanded aggressively and today sells the Rio and Forte compacts, the Optima sedan, the Soul hatchback, the Sorento and Sportage crossovers and the Sedona minivan.
Kia started out selling the Sportage and Sephia sedan in 1994, but today their products are a far cry from the basic, cheap vehicles they began with. Borrowing heavily from parent company Hyundai, Kia’s vehicles are packed with modern technology, but have a distinctive look that is far from the more conservative styles employed by Hyundai. The brand will likely shed its “cheap” image in the near future and gain the respect it deserves from consumers – critics already seem to be on board with the brand’s success story.
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Recent Kia Reviews
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2012 Kia Soul Review
Kia adds updated styling, new features and more power to its unique segment-busting urban crossover thingy.
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2012 Kia Rio 5-Door Review
A more stylish alternative to the Hyundai Accent, the Rio hatchback offers more options, including a start-stop system to deliver even better fuel economy.
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2011 Kia Optima Hybrid Review
With an identical powertrain to the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, Kia’s Optima Hybrid doesn’t get it’s own unique look. And with a style as attractive as the Optima, it’s probably best not to mess with a good thing.
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2011 Kia Forte EX Review
One of the newer rivals in the compact segment, the Forte has been improved with the addition of a 6-speed transmission. Unfortunately it’s still somewhat lethargic and nothing has been done to improve the drab interior.
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2011 Kia Sorento SX Review
The Sorento SX delivers a long list of features at a price above what you might expect to find in a Kia showroom. So is it worth it?
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2011 Kia Sportage Review [Video]
A massive step forward compared to the previous Sportage, the new 2011 model is still in need of refinement.
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Kia Super Bowl Ad Teased With Model Adriana Lima [Video]
Kia released information on their newest Superbowl commercial last week, but now the Korean automaker is teasing us a little more with a 15 second video spot featuring supermodel Adriana Lima in slow motion as the Chordettes classic “Mr. Sandman” sings sweetly in the...-
2012 Kia Soul Video: First Look at the More Powerful and Efficient Soul
The car the launched Kia‘s transformation from an auto industry back-marker to a legitimate brand, the Soul has received a list of...
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2011 Super Bowl Commercials: Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Hyundai
It’s over, you’re probably hung over, Green Bay won and Christina Aguilera botched the National Anthem. Oh, and then there are...
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Kia Optima Epic Ride Super Bowl Commercial [Video]
After advertising during the Super Bowl for the first time ever last year, Kia is back with a new spot to promote its all-new Optima sedan. Kia’s ‘Epic Ride’ add will be followed by an Epic Contest, using ads and social media to give participants the change to...
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2011 Kia Sportage Review [Video]
A massive step forward compared to the previous Sportage, the new 2011 model is still in need of refinement.
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Recent Kia News
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Hyundai-Kia Rivalry Could Hinder Growth
Frank Ahrens, a spokesman for Hyundai, said the car-to-car rivalry between the two brands, extends to all segments; further complicating matters is the fact that although Hyundai and Kia are overseen by the same chairman (Chung Mong Koo) and share a development center, they are...
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2012 Chicago Auto Show Preview: Acura to Volkswagen
Did you think that every automaker’s secrets were revealed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit? Think again. At least ten new models will debut at this year’s Chicago Auto Show, which kicks-off this Wednesday, February 8th. Here’s a quick...
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Kia Trackster Photo Released: Chicago Auto Show Preview
Kia‘s new Track’ster concept is set to be debuted at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, and Kia is building more hype today as the Korean brand released a new photo of the sporty crossover. While it is only a picture of the back end of the car, it shows...
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Kia Soulster Concept Under Final Assessment For Production
Unveiled at the 2009 Detroit Motor Show, the Kia Soul’ster concept dared to prove basic transportation could also be stylish and interesting. Three years have come and gone but new information has finally surfaced about the Kia, buried in a press release about the...
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Kia Trackster Concept Teased Ahead of Chicago Auto Show
Kia is looking to create some excitement at next week’s Chicago Auto Show, debuting a new concept car called the Track’ster. Based on the brand’s popular Soul crossover, the hopped-up Track’ster will be the “ultimate performance” Soul and...
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Kia Rio 3-Door Announced for Europe, America Misses Out
Similar to the Ford Fiesta, Europeans will be able to enjoy the cooler and more fun 3-door Kia Rio while Americans are stuck with the less-cool 5-door and downright dull sedan variants. The Kia Rio 3-door has gone on sale in Europe, starting at £9,995 or around $15,715 based on...
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