Revealed here in mid-range EX trim (Australian mid-spec model is the SLi), the updated US-market kia sorento also features a toned-down black-and-chrome grille and a new foglight design.
Among the enhancements, the 2013 model year brings newly standard leather seating for the mid-level EX trim and a newly standard third-row seat for the LX V6 trim. Prominently displaying the signature grille and wraparound headlamps exhibited on all newer Kia models, Kia Sorento offers an aggressive stance and sleek profile. The Kia Sorento CUV is available in LX, EX and SX trim levels.
The versatile Kia Sorento offers standard 17-inch alloy wheels with 235/65R17 tires and wheel moldings and body-color, heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signal indicators. The EX trim offers an 18-inch five-spoke hyper finish wheel outfitted with 235/60R18 tires plus fog lamps, roof rails and a rear spoiler.
Progressing to the EX trim provides even more well-appointed standard features, including newly added leather seating, dual automatic temperature control and rear air conditioning (V6 models only). SX trims add touches of sophistication with an automatic dimming rear view mirror with Homelink®, memory driver's seat, four-way power passenger seat and ventilated/cooled/heated front seats (optional on EX), leather seat trim for the first and second rows, stainless steel pedals and a stainless steel sill plate with illuminated scuff trim.
Able to suit practically any driver, Kia Sorento offers the discriminating consumer specific package options. The Convenience Package, available for the LX trim, includes the UVO infotainment system with integrated rear view camera display, roof rails, rear sonar, an auto-dimming mirror with compass readout, heated front seats and fog lamps.
Like all Kia vehicles, the 2013 Sorento is equipped with a plethora of standard safety equipment. All trims come outfitted with driver and passenger advanced front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, first and second row side curtain airbags and front active headrests, four-wheel Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD). The 2013 Sorento is covered by Kia's comprehensive warranty program, which offers consumer protection at an exceptional value.
SX trims add touches of sophistication with an automatic dimming rear view mirror with Homelink®, memory driver’s seat, four-way power passenger seat and ventilated/cooled/heated front seats (optional on EX), leather seat trim for the first and second rows, stainless steel pedals and a stainless steel sill plate with illuminated scuff trim.
As for the engines, options include a 2.4-liter GDI four-cylinder with 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque capable of 32 mpg/highway; a 3.5-liter V6 with 276 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque; and a 2.4-liter Multi-Port Injected (MPI) four-cylinder engine producing 175 horsepower and 169 pound-feet of torque.
The new Kia K9 flagship from South Koran automaker Kia has been spotted testing completely undisguised in South Korea.
“Our all-new flagship sedan integrates all of our key capabilities such as design, performance, high-tech features and infotainment into one striking model,“ says Soon-Nam Lee, Kia’s Director of the Overseas Marketing Group.
This model's Korean market name, K9, will complete Kia's domestic market "K" series range of passenger cars, whose members also include the front-wheel drive K5 (Optima in overseas markets) and K7 (Cadenza in overseas markets) sedans.
The Kia K9's exterior gives solid form to the recently released sketches of the new model, and presents its design concept, "high-tech luxury sedan" image, with futuristic, sophisticated and distinctive charisma.
Kia K9 is the latest continuation of Kia's evolving design DNA, carrying its family-look radiator grille, bold "high-tech luxury car" style LED headlamps, with classic design echoes in its voluminous hood.
Kia K9 is the latest continuation of Kia’s evolving design DNA, carrying its family-look radiator grille, bold “high-tech luxury car” style LED headlamps, with classic design echoes in its voluminous hood.
With only one rear-wheel architecture known to exist in the Hyundai-Kia catalogue, it is likely to be the same platform underpinning Hyundai’s Genesis sedan.
Kia Motors introduced the first electric vehicle in Korea with the launch of the new Kia Ray EV - a town car with zero emissions with a live performance and a range of up to 139 km (86 miles) on a single charge. Food that the Korean domestic market, Kia is a close relative of Ray EV Kia Ray 1.0 liters of gasoline CUV. Divide the large model and a world first for an EV manufacturer can share a production line with machines of conventional internal combustion engines. The front-wheel drive Kia Ray EV is an electric motor and a capacity of 50 kW high of 16.4 kWh lithium-ion polymer that is designed for a lifecycle of 10 years and cleverly packaged under the rear seat and the floor of the cabin power. Although the Kia Ray EV weighs 187 kg more than the gasoline engine, the torque of the electric motor generous - 167 Nm (up 77%) - ensures good performance. The EV-acceleration is stronger than the petrol models (from 0 to 100 km in 15.9 seconds), while top speed is 130 km (81 mph). Please provide six hours recharge time with 220 families, only 25 minutes to fast charge mode. The EV Kia Ray-speed automatic offers the driver to choose between two modes, while leading to 'D'. 'E' (or 'green') mode maximizes torque output of the battery consumption of the motor to a broad minimum and maximum is reached. "B" (or "brake") can be selected when driving downhill to maximize on the highways and mountain roads to the performance of the brakes. With the same distinctive exterior design that Cousin gasoline, EV Kia Ray has four small points of difference. A band of the grille covers taking a 220V AC power to slow charging mode, another entry (for the loading time in fast mode) in the same position as the throttle response of the normal structure, a special sticker for each of them is mounted carries a message announced "zero emission EV" and super-smooth alloy wheels 14 inches to improve the aerodynamic performance, which minimizes friction. Inside, the Kia Ray EV shows a single dashboard and electric motor, battery status and the distance to refuel. It is also the first navigation system-specific EV has a 7 inch screen and provides important information for the drivers as the nearest places of EV charging stations slow / fast equipped. The screen shows a circular area in which the model can be run with its current level of battery charge, so the driver can see to the achievement of objectives are free. Currently there are 500 charging stations slow / fast in Korea and the government plans to increase that number to 3,100 stations by 2012. The Kia Ray EV incorporates several new features. The electric motor is 93% efficiency, which is the best in its segment. The lithium-ion polymer highly optimized and integrated, allowing the weight, increasing by 13% and the energy density of 15% compared to competing systems will be reduced. On-board charger, inverter, high-low-voltage converter and EV-specific VCU (Vehicle Control Unit) of each progress films on previous device. EV Kia Ray is a new type of regenerative braking system with hydraulic booster assets using the electric motor instead of a gasoline engine equipped in the standard model, to create the hydraulic pressure of the brake system. The result is the pedal force composed of a wide range of driving conditions and the ability to collect the excess energy and use it to recharge the battery. Contrary to conventional gasoline vehicles produced EV Kia Ray no engine noise, which can be a potential problem with the car approaching unsuspecting pedestrians. To avoid accidents, EV Kia Ray has a Vess (Virtual Sound System Engine). If at speeds below 20 kph (12 mph), this system offers a mixture of gasoline recorded sounds will play even if the parking lot. Japan and the United States are already considering the introduction of legal requirements for electric vehicles to a virtual machine for the sound, and Kia has taken the first step to commercialize this system in order to anticipate global trends in the Industry adopted. VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) and HAC (Hill Assist Control to prevent roll-back) - - To ensure that the Kia Ray EV cars as safe as gasoline, is equipped with six airbags and electronic stability program functions serial. During the 2012 Kia expects 2500 units of the Kia Range EV, ministries and government offices as part of Kia real long-term research and development will be made available for production in an environmentally friendly means of transport for Kia to offer customers around the world all over the next ten years. Specifications • Dimensions o Length: 3593 mm or width: 1595 mm o Height: 1700 mm Stage: 2520 mm or Curb weight: 1185 kg • TRAIN or Type: Electric or Max Power: 68 hp (50 kW) or torque: 167 Nm (17.0 g / km) • BATTERY o Power supply: 330V lithium-ion polymer or capacity: 16.4 kWh or recharge time: 6.0 hours (slow) / 25 minutes (fast) • PERFORMANCE or 000-100 km / h (62 mph): 15.9 s or maximum speed: 130 km (81 mph) or Max: 139 km (86 miles)
The Kia Rio is a five-door hatchback scheduled to go on sale in 2012. Just like other gasoline-hybrid cars, this car features idle stop and go facility.
The new Kia Rio was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. Kia has used its Optima and Sportage model design in this fourth-generation hatchback.
The entry-level car is powered by a 125-litre. petrol engine, while the high-end models sport a 14-litre. petrol engine. The new Kia Rio is designed by renowned automotive designer Peter Schreyer.
The Rio is 13ft 3in hatchback with five doors. This car is spacious enough to accommodate five passengers. Hyundai, which has manufactured Rio, will offer this hatchback in two petrol and two diesel engines models. This car features six-speed transmission and front-wheel drive.
The interior materials used in this car are refined and of top quality. This car will be powered by both diesel and petrol engine.
This new hatchback will feature a range of six fuel-efficient engines including a 11-liter. diesel engine to a 16-liter. direct injection gasoline engine. This car sports a multi-function steering wheel. Hyundai has manufactured this car and the cars manufactured by this South Korean firm are generally strong and sturdy.
The new Rio is 20mm longer, 25mm wider and 15mm lower than the model it replaces, and has a 70mm longer wheelbase. Embracing the new Kia design language of the Optima and Sportage models, the Rio gets its own small-car interpretation of the tiger nose grille and dynamic face, and inherits a high shoulder line, coupe-like roof and strong rear bumper. Kia says the Rio will be available in 10 different body colours.
The entry-level 125-litre. Kappa petrol engine produces 63kW of power and 118Nm of torque. Combined cycle fuel consumption is an impressive 48. litres/100km.
The larger petrol engine is a 14-litre. unit with 80kW and 136Nm of torque. The smallest diesel is a 11-litre. engine that produces 51kW and 162Nm. A four-speed automatic transmission will be available with the 14-litre. petrol engine.
All fourth-generation Rio models will be manufactured at Kia’s Sohari plant in South Korea, with production set to commence shortly.
It's not quite as sleek as the company's Kia Ray plug-in hybrid concept, but Kia's new Ray city car could be a preview for another forward-thinking technology: the upcoming "TAM" electric car.
This week's Ray preview comes with zero technical details - a hint in itself.
Lastly, Kia's electric car is scheduled to make its debut before the year is out.
Kia Ray features a simple, modern silhouette and distinctive exterior, plus maximized interior space for both passengers and cargo.
In profile, Kia Ray's unique side glass configuration enhances the vehicle's individualistic aesthetic appeal.
From the rear, Kia Ray presents a wide and stable stance, highlighted by prominent LED rear combination lamps and vertically positioned bumper reflectors.
See pics of the Kia Ray city car Externally, the boxy Ray city car features the firm’s signature chrome-rimmed radiator grille. For ease of entry, the Ray also features a rear sliding door on the passenger side; a conventional rear door is used on the driver’s side.
The Kia Sorento front passenger air bag may be turned off when an adult is in the passenger seat. The vehicle's occupant classification system (OCS), which classifies the occupant in the front passenger seat, may misclassify an adult passenger as a child or child seat and improperly turn off the passenger side air bag. Consequence: The passenger side air bag is turned off when the OCS misclassifies an adult passenger.
A recall has been issued for model year 2007 and 2008 Kia Sorento SUVs for a possible malfunction in passenger side airbag Occupant Classification System (OCS). Kia will update the OCS programming free of charge. The problem: Faulty programming may incorrectly deactivate the front passenger airbag for adult riders.
The issue affects the Occupant Classification System (OCS) installed in 2007 and 2008 model year Sorento SUVs manufactured from June 2006 through September 2007
The present model also offers a usable third-row seat, standard four-cylinder power with a V6 option, and Kia's extensive warranty package.
Current Kia Sorento The Kia Sorento is a midsize SUV offered in base, LX and EX trim levels. Front-wheel drive is standard, while all-wheel drive with a locking center differential is available. A rear-seat DVD entertainment system is also available. In reviews, we've been roundly impressed with the Kia Sorento.
Used Kia Sorento Models The current, second-generation Kia Sorento debuted for the 2011 model year.
The first-generation Kia Sorento was produced from 2003-'09 (there was no 2010 model). It debuted with a 3.5-liter, 192-hp V6 in LX or EX trim. LX models had either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission, while the EX came only with the automatic. Standard equipment on the first-generation Sorento included air-conditioning, full power accessories, a CD audio system, multiple power points and 60/40-split flip-and-fold rear seats. Dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery and heated front seats were among the notable options.
