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2015 Kia Sedona Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, and Photos

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The 2015 Kia Sedona will be the first Kia vehicle to offer four new eServices features (Geo-fencing, Speed Alert, Curfew Alert and Driving Score) via its next-generation UVO Infotainment & Telematics system. UVO also features the Kia App store, which allows select apps to be downloaded for free from iTunes2 or Google Play3. U.S. sales are scheduled to begin in the late third quarter or early fourth quarter of this year, with pricing to be announced closer to launch date.

2015 Kia Sedona Review

The Kia Sedona offers flexible seating and a multitude of storage options. Second row Slide-n-Stow tracked seating slides and folds upright to allow for “on-the-go” cargo hauling, with the MPV also offering the choice of second row “First Class” lounge seating that can be positioned rearward. Since families with kids are the obvious target customers, the Sedona offers standard "YES Essentials" fabric technology, said to provide anti-microbial protection from spills, anti-static protection from irritating electrical shocks as well as stain-repelling and stain-releasing fabric characteristics.

2015 Kia Sedona

2015 Kia Sedona Performance

Under the hood, a new Lambda Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 3.3-liter V6 engine replaces the 3.5-liter V6 found in the previous generation model. Mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, the 3.3-liter engine delivers more power than its predecessor, boasting 276 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 248 lb-ft (336 Nm) at 5,200 rpm. Source

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2015 Kia Sportage

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2015 Kia Sportage: 2015 Kia Sportage has been spied wearing less camouflage than ever before. Caught undergoing testing in the United States, the facelifted crossover has a revised grille and updated headlights. The rear end is heavily disguised but we can expect some minor changes including a revised bumper and restyled taillights.

Our spies couldn't get close enough to snap interior photos, but the model is expected to feature some modest changes including an upgraded infotainment system. Engine options could carryover so expect to see a variety of GDi and CRDi units. Front wheel drive will be standard, but all-wheel drive will continue to be optional. The facelifted Sportage is expected to be launched next summer, possibly as a 2015 model. Source

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2013 Kia Carens

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2013 Kia Carens: There are two versions of Kia’s acclaimed 1.7-litre U2 diesel engine generating 113 bhp with maximum torque of 260 Nm maximum torque, or 134 bhp and 330 Nm of torque. Modifications have resulted in lower CO2 emissions for both – down to as little as 118 g/km, a 19 per cent improvement over the previous Carens, with Kia’s ISG intelligent stop/start system.

Both petrol engines are 1.6-litre direct-injection units ensuring strong performance, even with a full complement of passengers or luggage, with the minimum of fuel consumption. The 1.6-litre Gamma GDI engine, introduced in the Kia Sportage and subsequently fitted to new cee’d, generates 133 bhp, while the 2.0-litre Nu unit delivers 174 bhp and 211 Nm of torque.

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2012 Kia Soul

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2012 Kia Soul: The goodies include the aforementioned Infiniti audio system and an UVO (powered by Microsoft) entertainment and communications center. In addition, Kia also now offers a navigation system with Sirius XM Traffic and a generous seven-inch touchscreen. It all adds up, and after spending three hours in the Soul, you will emerge no worse for wear and likely whistling your favorite tunes. We did.

Last year's Kia Soul was liked by most, but often criticized for its ride quality and cabin noise. Kia has listened. The significantly-updated 2012 model delivers the ride and NVH improvements that its predecessor was lacking plus a thoroughly revised powertrain enhancing both drivability and fuel economy. Add in the standard 10 year/100,000-mile warranty, a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and enough electrical innovation to keep even the most tech-savvy consumer interested and the Soul shouldn't just be a contender in this boxy compact segment.

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2012 Kia Sorento

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The 2012 Kia Sorento: is available to have a fight with other manufacturer in a high class crossover competition. The Kia Sorento will be sustained by the automaker’s hands free UVO entertainment system. It adds the brand new GDI engine to the injection four-cylinder. With its new features, the huge crossover Kia is ready to set a tight competition with other famous vehicles like the Ford. The spec list of this Kia Sorento will really threaten the other contenders.

The automaker incorporates the Kia’s YES Essentials seat treatment as available options on the Kia Sorento. This feature can make car seat be durable against stain and static electricity that covers anti bacterial chemicals. The Kia Sorento, in addition, is also getting a powerful boost for entertainment system. This condition sets wonderful experience during driving hours, what the customer really wants in a purchase package of a car.

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2012 Kia Sorento

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Kia Forte 2012

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Kia Forte 2012: Nowadays with blockbuster competition like the Hyundai Elantra, Chevy Cruze, Honda Civic and Ford Focus, it’s now easier than ever for a compact and economical family vehicle to get lost in the shuffle. Especially one that is “good” rather than in any way “mind-blowingly spectacular.” Suddenly, this segment of car has become one of the most competitive and cutthroat in the whole auto industry.

2012 Kia Forte falls into the “good" compact car category it means you won’t really regret buying one but it doesn’t stand out as a class leader (or laggard) in any particular area. So while that’s a “good” thing, it’s not enough to get this car the type of attention that would generate monster sales figures. Particularly given that the last big news announcement surrounding the Forte (besides the addition of this new 5-door body) was about the new 6-speed automatic.

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Kia Forte 2012 Interior

Kia Forte 2012

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2012 Kia Optima

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2012 Kia Optima: The test vehicle was fitted with the new 2.4L GDI four-cylinder that makes 200 horsepower (up from 175 hp in the previous car), and a six-speed automatic transmission. The new engine offers up more power, and less thirst for fuel (Kia's early mileage numbers are 24 mpg [11.8 L/100 km] in the city; 35 [8.1 L/100 km] on the highway). The Optima's new 2.4L engine feels responsive and quickly gets the car up to 100 km/h on the proving ground's straightway.

Kia will also offer a 2.0L GDI Turbo that makes 274 hp; while a 2.4L hybrid, Kia's first electric-gas car in North America, will arrive next year. In the driver's seat, the design is easily laid out to reach dials and controls, and the look is clean and modern - a look Kia hopes will appeal to men in their 30s and 40s. The quality of materials have a nice feel, and there are features available that usually come on more-expensive cars including paddle-shifters behind the steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof and an adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support.

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2012 Kia Optima Interior

2012 Kia Optima

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2011 KIA Optima EX

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2011 Kia Optima EX, the car that has not appeared in circulation, now comes with all the new features. With the design and changes, KIA trying to bring mainstream sedan to beat the other mainstream sedan competitors. KIA sedan will compete against the mainstream, like the Nissan Altima, Toyota’s evergreen Camry, Ford’s lauded Fusion and the Chevrolet Malibu.

Changes made by designers for 2011 KIA Optima EX is very large, a car that “rose from the grave” is now impressive modern cars, with an elegant and futuristic style. With a sporty body, KIA did not want to lose with a mainstream sedan has a sporty body shape. A very important role in the futuristic shape is the headlights, grill, and brake lights. The shape is really illustrates the future of the car a very sporty. Addition moonroof are also increasingly making KIA Optima EX into a luxury car. You can warm the cabin space during the day, because sunlight will enter the car through the moonroof, and at night you will be present even in a very beautiful scenery while driving, and the moon will be shining in the cabin of your car. Dual exhaust is very sporty twin, when installed under the rear bumper.

In the interior, 2011 Kia Optima EX has presented exceptional comfort, because Optima is a mainstream sedan, so the comfort and convenience of users is a top priority. The first impression when opening the door is very elegant, with a seat in the dressing with high quality leather, stitching France. In the cabin using two colors, a combination between black and cream, has presented the impression of luxury in 2011 Kia Optima. The panels and the speedometer on the dashboard is also very easy to reach by the driver. In the middle of the dashboard is available a head unit with LCD screen, which can be used as a GPS, and play some music or your favorite video.

2011 KIA Optima EX

2011 KIA Optima EX Interior

2011 KIA Optima EX

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2012 Kia Rio

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Kia production quality is increasing each year, mainly in 2011 Kia Optima. Besides, the Korean automaker plans to develop its car lineup in each segment, releasing with the approval to manufacture the 2012 Kia Rio. It was premiered at the March’s Geneva recently in the B–class segment. Benny Oeyen, who act as a Kia top marketer, explained that the new Kia Rio will assist release its brand into the European market. The sport car is a five–door hatchback that’s same to the Ford Fiesta. Kia Rio sport has a wheelbase that’s more extensive by 70 mm (up to 2,570 mm) than the prior–production Rio. This improvement gives bigger passenger space as well as cargo capacity.

The engine, this sport car will be equipped by a various of gasoline as well as diesel engines, covering a 1.1–ltr diesel engine generating 70 hp also CO2 emissions. Besides, this sport car is also equipped by an all–new 1.2–ltr GDI or also called Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection that’ll be provided next year, that’s a plenty powerful as well as fuel–saving engine in its segment. The 2012 Kia Rio sport will start on sale in Europe market as a five–door hatchback, also later in early 2012, a three–door edition will be unveiled to the market too.