Kia Provo Concept Previews Juke Rival With a Turbo Hybrid Surprise

With Honda recently announcing plans to enter the sub-compact crossover segment with a new model based on the Fit, Kia will toss its hat in the ring as well, debuting the Provo concept today at the Geneva Motor Show.

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Kia Provo Crossover Coupe Concept Leaked Ahead of Geneva Motor Show Debut

A track-inspired, three-door hatchback concept from Kia called the Provo will be heading to the 2013 Geneva Motor Show with images leaked ahead of its official debut.

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Mercedes Ranked First Among Women Car Shoppers

Mercedes-Benz topped the list of car brands as rated by women on both purchasing experiences and browsing experiences at dealerships according to a new report.

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Top 20 Used Cars to Avoid: Consumer Reports

In the market and shopping for a used car? Consumer Reports has released a list of 20 used vehicles to stay away from as they have a reputation for causing trouble. Listed is a top 20 list of used cars from 2003 to 2012 model year to avoid in alphabetical order. These vehicles had multiple years of much-worse-than-average overall reliability, according to Consumer Reports’ Annual Auto Survey.

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Hyundai, Kia to Settle Consumer Lawsuits Over Fuel Efficiency Claims

Owners of Hyundai and Kia vehicles with overstated fuel economy ratings will now be given the option for a lump sum settlement payment, or continue with the Korean automaker’s debit card reimbursement plan.

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2014 Kia Optima Hybrid to Get MPG Boost

The 2013 Hyundai Sonata was updated this year with a larger battery pack that boosted the combined fuel economy by 2 mpg, a change that will also be introduced to the Kia Optima Hybrid. 

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2014 Kia Soul Spied Testing

Kia is preparing a redesigned Soul for 2014 and AutoGuide’s  spy photographers just caught the car testing. 

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Top 10 Crossovers With the Most Third-Row Legroom

Welcome back to the all-you-can-eat Top-10 buffet! You know you want more, and AutoGuide’s happy to serve up another heaping helping of facts, neatly garnished with a sprig of fun. Grab a plate, load it up and tuck in to another generous portion of automotive infotainment.

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2014 Kia Sorento Review

If you are looking for a mid-size SUV with premium features that doesn’t have a premium nameplate attached to it (or the price tag), then the Kia Sorento has been a decent choice for many over the last decade, especially if you have the need to transport seven people at a time.

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Top 10 Compact Cars With the Largest Back Seats

A couple weeks ago our Top 10 target was the large-sedan segment. We looked at a diverse lineup of full-figured four doors, comparing them based on their theoretical maximum range. We multiplied the number of gallons in their respective fuel tanks by each of their highway economy ratings.

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Kia Cross GT Concept Video First Look, 2013 Chicago Auto Show

Kia showed off the shocking Cross GT concept at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show yesterday, previewing a potential luxury crossover from the Korean automaker.

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2014 Kia Forte 5-Door Offers 201-HP Turbo Engine

Kia just revealed its brand-new Forte 5-Door at the Chicago Auto Show today, including a potent 201 hp turbocharged version.

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Kia Cross GT Concept Previews Larger, More Premium Crossover

With the reveal of a third new vehicle at the Chicago Auto Show today, Kia is firmly planting its flag in the Midwestern city. The 2013 Cross GT concept is a look into the future at a possible rear-wheel drive luxury crossover.

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2014 Kia Forte 5-Door Blows Into Windy City

Keeping pace with Hyundai, Kia unveiled its latest production car today: the 2013 Forte 5-Door.

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Superman Themed Kia Optima Hybrid Looks Bad for a Good Cause

Swooping in to save the world from evil, or at least this week’s Chicago Auto Show from boredom, Kia’s Superman-inspired Optima Hybrid is an interesting concept car to say the least.

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2014 Kia Forte Review

When Kia replaced the Spectra with the Forte model in North America back in 2009, it was a major step forward for the automaker in the compact segment. No longer would people look at the Kia option as a cheap last resort, the Forte was good enough to win customers on its own merits.

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2014 Kia Forte Super Bowl Spot Features Sexy Androids

As a late comer to the Super Bowl pre-release party, Kia just released a new spot for the 2014 Forte entitled “HotBots,” which explores what would happen if auto show models were actually androids. 

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Kia 'Space Babies' Super Bowl Ad Explains Where Babies Come From

As expected, Kia has revealed its “Space Babies” Super Bowl commercial ahead of the big game, and it’s every bit as strange as we anticipated.

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Kia Cross GT Concept Teased Before Chicago Debut

Kia released a teaser today of the Cross GT concept bound for next week’s 2013 Chicago Auto Show. 

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Kia Superman-Themed Optima Hybrid Headed to Chicago

Joining the previously unveiled Justice League Concepts from Kia is a Superman-themed Optima Hybrid that will debut at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show.

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2014 Kia Sorento to Start at $24,950

Kia has released pricing on its redesigned 2014 Sorento SUV, which debuted late last year at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

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Kia Hot Hatch Revealed

The Volkswagen GTI just got a stylish new rival in the hot hatch segment… from Kia.

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Kia Teases 'Space Babies' Super Bowl Commercial – Video

Last year, Kia generated plenty of hype with its Super Bowl commercial, which featured the beautiful Adriana Lima. This year, the Korean automaker is doing a complete 180 in order to promote its Sorento model.

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Kia Previews Coupe-Styled Crossover Ahead of Geneva Motor Show Debut

Kia is teasing a “provocative and racy new urban concept car” ahead of this year’s Geneva Motor Show.

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2014 Kia Cadenza Marks Kia's Premium Segment Debut

Based on the Hyundai Azera, the Kia Cadenza just made its way into the public eye here at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, marking Kia’s entrance into the premium-sedan segment.

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Kia Cadenza Tipped for 2013 Detroit Auto Show Debut

The Kia Cadenza will reportedly make its official production debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, marking the brand’s foray into the premium segment.

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Hyundai, Kia Predict Slowest Sales Growth in Seven Years

For the past several years, Hyundai and Kia both have been enjoying growth in global sales, but the Korean automakers anticipate this year to be the slowest in global sales growth in seven years.

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Hyundai, Kia Telematics Integrating Google Maps

Hyundai and Kia are making a change to their telematics setups, announcing today that both companies will be integrating Google Maps into their vehicles navigation systems.

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14 Cars Axed in 2012

As 2012 winds to an end, AutoGuide looks back at all the vehicles that received the axe this year, some that will be missed, while others surely won’t be.

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Kia Names Ex-Audi Designer Peter Schreyer as President

Legendary designer Peter Schreyer, most known for his work at Audi, has been appointed as the first non-Korean president of Kia Motors. 

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Insider Trading Suspected Ahead of Hyundai MPG Error Announcement

Last month, Hyundai shocked the automotive world when the Korean automaker issued a recall of its fuel economy claims on several models across its lineup, including vehicles from Kia.

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Hyundai, Kia Whistleblower a Detroit Three Insider

Hyundai and Kia’s mpg claims were recently found to be incorrect when compared to the real world numbers, and now it seems that one of the big three American automakers may have called them out.

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2013 Kia Sorento Review – Video

Having moved from the realm of SUVs to crossovers with its redesign in 2009, the Sorento both looks and feels the part. Combine that with a family-friendly 7-seat option, not to mention a sporty V6 and SX trim level and Kia’s flagship crossover checks a lot of boxes.

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Kia Will Compete With Luxury Automakers by 2017: Exec

With the Kia Quoris heading to America in 2014, the Korean automaker is making the bold statement that it’ll compete with other luxury automakers by 2017.

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Should You Buy a Car With Direct Injection?

Despite advancements in hybrid power-trains and electrification technology, gasoline engines remain the predominant choice in passenger cars because of continued efficiency improvements, most recently through the increased use of direct injection technology. But are you gambling when buying a car with DI, which still has its fair share of concerns and problems? 

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Hyundai False MPG Claims Could Prompt Senate Probe

Some might have expected a small riot after news surfaced that Hyundai inflated its mpg claims on more than 1 million recently sold cars, but the media brouhaha was worse than any other backlash — so far.

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Kia Launches New UVO EServices Infotainment System

Trying to keep up in the constantly changing landscape of automotive technology, Kia launched the newest version of its UVO infotainment setup, which debuted in a 2014 Kia Sorento at the 2012 L.A. Auto Show. 

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More Automakers May Have to Adjust MPG Claims

Executive and analysts in the automotive industry believe that Hyundai and Kia may not be the only automakers recalling their fuel economy figures.

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2014 Kia Forte Gets a Swoopy New Look: 2012 LA Auto Show

Kia has pulled the wraps off its 2014 Forte sedan model today at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show, unveiling its highly anticipated sedan that looks to be another winner in the Korean automaker’s lineup.

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2014 Kia Sorento Gets a Thorough Redesign: 2012 LA Auto Show

At the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show today, Kia unveiled its redesigned 2014 Sorento crossover, packing plenty of changes including a new 3.3-liter V6 engine.

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Kia Pro_cee'd GT Teased, Not Coming to US

Kia has confirmed that a fast version of the Pro_cee’d will be coming to take on the Ford Focus ST and Volkswagen GTI, though the brand has already said that the Pro_cee’d GT is not destined for the U.S. 

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2014 Kia Forte Confirmed for LA Auto Show Debut

As expected, the 2014 Kia Forte sedan will be making its North American debut at the 2012 LA Auto Show later this week.

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Kia Developing Over 50 New Models by 2016

Building off four consecutive years of growth, Kia is looking to launch 51 new or updated models by the end of 2016.

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Hyundai, Kia Lose Buyer Interest After MPG Errors

After admitting to overstating fuel mileage on many of their cars, both Hyundai and Kia are seeing “purchase intent” numbers dropping, according to data from Edmunds. 

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Kia "Seriously Looking" at Launching a Sports Car: CEO

As Kia continues to enjoy continued growth, the Korean automaker’s CEO is looking ahead to the future and wants to launch a flagship sports car to continue pushing the brand forward.

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Kia Justice League Concepts Unveiling at SEMA – Video

A couple of weeks ago, Kia debuted five Justice League concept models at the 2012 SEMA Show, and now the Korean automaker has released a video of the unveiling.

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Hyundai, Kia Face $775M Lawsuit for False MPG Claims

A second lawsuit is now being brought against Hyundai and Kia for their incorrect mpg claims, seeking $775 million on behalf of 23 plaintiffs. 

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Hyundai, Kia Sued in US Over Incorrect MPG Claims

After admitting to incorrect fuel mileage claims on about 900,000 vehicles, Hyundai and Kia are now faced with a lawsuit that is seeking class-action status and unspecified damages.

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Hyundai, Kia Resale Values to Weather Storm of Fuel Economy Blunder: Experts

Last week Hyundai and Kia made an embarrassing confession; they’ve been overstating the fuel efficiency of their vehicles for the past three years. This miscalculation includes most of the models in both of their lineups. To make things right the South Korean automakers are readjusting the numbers and reimbursing customers. That should help rebuild trust but there could be more fallout from the blunder. Has the resale value of their vehicles been affected?

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Hyundai, Kia Controversy Grows as Probe Continues

As webs meant to catch flies go, the Environmental Protection Agency‘s might soon look tattered and threadbare as its investigation expands to suggest Hyundai and Kia might not be the only brands fudging mpg claims. 

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Turbocharged Cars Don't Live Up to Fuel-Economy Hype Says Consumer Reports

Vehicle quality was not the only thing making news when Consumer Reports unveiled the r esults of its latest reliability study in Detroit earlier this week. Amongst the issues highlighted by the consumer publication were real world fuel economy and forced induction engine technology.

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Hyundai, Kia Admit to Selling No 40-MPG Models

After continued complaints by owners and consumer agencies, an audit by the Environmental Protection Agency has revealed that no Hyundai or Kia model achieves 40 mpg, a number often touted by the Korean automakers.

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Hyundai, Kia Admit to Overstating Gas Mileage on Most Models

Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia have admitted to overstating fuel mileage claims on most of their models over the past three years, and are now paying back car owners for their embarrassing error.  

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Kia Debuts Justice League Concepts: 2012 SEMA Show

Kia has just unveiled five custom vehicles which take their inspiration from the DC Comics classic, the Justice League, at the 2012 SEMA Show. 

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Kia Cadenza Update Revealed With Quoris Styling

Kia has just unveiled official photos of the updated Cadenza, the sister car to the Hyundai Azera, and the little brother to the Kia Quoris. 

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Hyundai-Kia Developing Turbocharged V6 Engine

There’s a lot going on at Hyundai -Kia these days, especially in powertrain engineering. Never wanting to be behind the competition, the collaborative South Korean automakers have confirmed that they’re developing a new turbocharged V6.

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Kia Performance Model Planned for 2013

Kia is ramping up for a busy year in 2013 with a slew of new models including the brand’s first ever performance car.

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Hyundai, Kia to Offer More Turbo and Diesel Engines

Hyundai Motor Group, the parent company for Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Motors Corp., has said that both Korean automakers will be bolstering their engine lineups with more turbocharged and diesel offerings in the near future.

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Green Lantern-Themed Kia Soul Headed to SEMA

Kia is going on a little bit of a comic book binge at this year’s SEMA Show, or at least that’s what it seems like.

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2013 Kia K7 Unveiled, Heading to US as Cadenza

At a recent event in South Korea, Kia unveiled its 2013 K7 model which is rumored to be heading to America as the Cadenza.

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