KIA RIO |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: SUB COMPACT CAR PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 5 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN / 5 DOOR HATCHBACK / 3 DOOR HATCHBACK
TRANSMISSION: 6 SPEED MANUAL M6CF1, 4 SPEED AUTOMATIC, 6 SPEED A6GF1 AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2011 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN / 5 DOOR HATCHBACK / 3 DOOR HATCHBACK
TRANSMISSION: 6 SPEED MANUAL M6CF1, 4 SPEED AUTOMATIC, 6 SPEED A6GF1 AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2011 - PRESENT
On March 1, 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show we saw the arrival of the third generation RIO from KIA Motors which once again is based on the Hyundai Accent. The car also was awarded as the Semperit Irish Car of the Year in November 2011 and as Carsguide's 2011 Car of the year in December of the same year. There is no doubt there that the striking new looks of the Kia Rio attracted these awards for this car.
ENGINE MODELS |
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
KAPPA |
PETROL |
I4 1.2 L DOHC 16 VALVE |
76 HP, 57 KW @ 5,200 RPM 111 NM, 82 LB-FT @ 4,000 RPM |
GAMMA |
PETROL |
I4 1.4 L DOHC 16 VALVE |
108 HP, 81 KW @ 6,300 RPM 137 NM, 101 LB-FT @4,200 RPM |
GAMMA |
PETROL |
I4 1.6 L DOHC 16 VALVE |
138 HP, 103 KW @ 6,300 RPM 167 NM, 123 LB-FT @ 4,850 RPM |
U-LINE |
DIESEL |
I3 1.1 L VGT DOHC 12 VALVE |
74 HP, 55 KW @ 4,000 RPM 152 NM, 112 LB-FT @ 2,000 RPM |
U-LINE |
DIESEL |
I4 1.4 L VGT DOHC 16 VALVE |
89 HP, 66 KW 220 NM, 162 LB-FT |
KIA CERATO (FORTE) |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: COMPACT CAR PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 5 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN / 5 DOOR HATCH BACK / 2 DOOR COUPE
TRANSMISSION: 6 SPEED MANUAL, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC,
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2013 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN / 5 DOOR HATCH BACK / 2 DOOR COUPE
TRANSMISSION: 6 SPEED MANUAL, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC,
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2013 - PRESENT
The second generation Forte was released in late July of 2012 and the new car included LED headlights and tail lights as a standard feature. Making it more attractive in the competitive market. For those who prefers a more stylish version of the car, they may opt for the coup version but they will sacrifice 2 doors and interior space.
ENGINE MODELS |
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
GAMMA GDI TURBO |
PETROL |
I4 1.6 L DOHC 16 VALVE |
138 HP, 103 KW @ 6,300 RPM 167 NM, 123 LB-FT @ 4,850 RPM |
GAMMA MPI |
PETROL |
I4 1.6 L DOHC 16 VALVE |
128 HP, 96 KW @ 6,000 RPM 157 NM, 116 LB-FT @ 4,850 RPM |
NU MPI |
PETROL |
I4 1.8 L DOHC 16 VALVE |
148 HP, 110 KW @ 6,500 RPM 178 NM, 134 LB-FT @ 4,700 RPM |
NU MPI |
PETROL |
I4 2.0 L DOHC 16 VALVE |
159 HP, 122 KW @ 6,500 RPM 201 NM, 148 LB-FT @ 4,800 RPM |
NU GDI |
PETROL |
I4 2.0 L DOHC 16 VALVE |
173 HP, 130 KW @ 6,500 RPM 213 NM, 157 LB-FT @ 4,700 RPM |
KIA SORENTO |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: MID-SIZE CROSSOVER SUV PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 5 SEATER / 7 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 5 DOOR SUV
TRANSMISSION: 5 SPEED MANUAL, 6 SPEED MANUAL, 5 SPEED AUTOMATIC, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE / FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2015 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 5 DOOR SUV
TRANSMISSION: 5 SPEED MANUAL, 6 SPEED MANUAL, 5 SPEED AUTOMATIC, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE / FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2015 - PRESENT
The third generation KIA Sorento made its European debut at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. The car is a whole lot longer than the previous model, we're talking a full 95mm longer here, however the car now seats lower in order to increase the overall handling. The new Sorento shares the same platform as the current generation KIA Carnival which increases space for the seven passenger holding capacity of the vehicle.
The look of the KIA Sorento is decidedly upscale with elegance both inside and out as well as a premium look and feel.
Since the new car shares the same platform as the Carnival as previously mentioned it will provide a good option for those who really needs a mini van to carry the family around but do not wish to get associated with the name soccer man of owning a minivan, as the KIA Sorento is an SUV.
The look of the KIA Sorento is decidedly upscale with elegance both inside and out as well as a premium look and feel.
Since the new car shares the same platform as the Carnival as previously mentioned it will provide a good option for those who really needs a mini van to carry the family around but do not wish to get associated with the name soccer man of owning a minivan, as the KIA Sorento is an SUV.
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
PETROL |
2.4 L I4 DOHC 16 VALVE |
185 HP @ 6,000 RPM 178 LB-FT @ 4,000 RPM |
PETROL |
3.3 L V6 DOHC 24 VALVE |
290 HP, 216 KW @ 6,400 RPM 342 NM, 252 LB-FT @ 5,300 RPM |
PETROL |
2.0 L I4 TURBO DOHC 16 VALVE |
240 HP @ 6,000 RPM 260 LB-FT @ 1,450 RPM |
DIESEL |
2.2 L I4 TURBO DOHC 16 VALVE |
197 HP, 147 KW, 200 PS @ 3,800 RPM 441 NM, 325 LB-FT @ 1,750 - 2,750 RPM |
KIA SPORTAGE |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: COMPACT CROSSOVER SUV PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 5 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 5 DOOR SUV
TRANSMISSION: 6 SPEED MANUAL, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC, 7 SPEED DUAL-CLUTCH AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE / FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2016 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 5 DOOR SUV
TRANSMISSION: 6 SPEED MANUAL, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC, 7 SPEED DUAL-CLUTCH AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE / FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2016 - PRESENT
With contrasting smooth surfaces and sharp edges that the company claims was inspired by modern fighter jets the fourth generation KIA Sportage was unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September 2015. In China the new KIA Sportage is called the KIA KX5.
The engine choices available for this new car is specifically to the market that the vehicle is being sold in.
The front end of the new KIA with its large tiger nose design makes it long fierce and like it wants to go somewhere, somewhere out there in the wilderness, and i can assure you with the huge amount of torque available that the car is quite capable.
According to the company the new Sportage 'is all about offering you more than you'd expect', which surely matches the company slogan 'The Power To Surprise'.
The engine choices available for this new car is specifically to the market that the vehicle is being sold in.
The front end of the new KIA with its large tiger nose design makes it long fierce and like it wants to go somewhere, somewhere out there in the wilderness, and i can assure you with the huge amount of torque available that the car is quite capable.
According to the company the new Sportage 'is all about offering you more than you'd expect', which surely matches the company slogan 'The Power To Surprise'.
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
PETROL |
1.6 I4 GDI |
130 HP @ 6,300 RPM 161 NM @ 4,850 RPM |
PETROL |
1.6 L I4 T-GDI TURBO |
174 HP @ 5,500 RPM 265 NM @ 1,500 - 4,500 RPM |
PETROL |
2.0 L NU 14 GDI TURBO |
240 HP @ 6,000 RPM 260 LB-FT @ 1,450 - 3,500 RPM |
PETROL |
2.4 L I4 DOHC 16 VALVE |
181 HP @ 6,000 RPM 175 LB-FT @ 4,000 RPM |
DIESEL |
1.7 L I4 CRDI TURBO |
114 HP @ 4,000 RPM 280 NM @ 1,250 - 2,750 RPM |
DIESEL |
2.0 L CRDI TURBO |
134 HP @ 2,750 - 4,000 RPM 373 NM @ 1,500 - 2,500 RPM |
DIESEL |
2.0 L CRDI TURBO |
182 HP @ 4,000 RPM 400 NM @ 1,750 - 2,750 RPM |
KIA OPTIMA |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: MID-SIZE CAR PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 5 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN
TRANSMISSION: 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC, 7 SPEED DUAL-CLUTCH AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2015 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN
TRANSMISSION: 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC, 7 SPEED DUAL-CLUTCH AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2015 - PRESENT
One thing that very few knows about the third and fourth (current) generation Optima is that they have been designed by KIAs Chief of Design Peter Schreyer a German who was previously a designer for the Volkswagen Group, AG and whilst there he was working with their Audi division of luxury cars
The fourth generation Optima went on sale in late 2015 and once more the automobile shares the same platform as the Hyundai Sonata.
The new interior looks more luxurious and more sophisticated ensuring that the Optima buyers will not be disappointed one bit, and the car looks lower and wider emphasizing on its physics.
The fourth generation Optima went on sale in late 2015 and once more the automobile shares the same platform as the Hyundai Sonata.
The new interior looks more luxurious and more sophisticated ensuring that the Optima buyers will not be disappointed one bit, and the car looks lower and wider emphasizing on its physics.
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
PETROL |
1.6 L I4 GAMMA G4FJ TURBO |
178 HP @ 5,500 RPM 195 LB-FT @ 1,500 - 4,500 RPM |
PETROL |
2.0 L I4 THETA II TURBO |
245 HP, 180 KW @ 6,000 RPM 350NM, 260 LB-FT @ 1,350 - 4,000 RPM |
PETROL |
2.4 L I4 THETA GDI |
185 HP, 138 KW @ 6,000 RPM 241 NM, 178 LB-FT @ 4,000 RPM |
DIESEL |
1.7 L I4 CRDI |
139 HP @ 4,000 RPM 340 NM, 251 LB-FT @ 1,750 - 2,500 RPM |
KIA QUORIS (K900) |
CLASS OF VEHICLE: FULL-SIZE LUXURY CAR PASSENGER CARRY CAPACITY: 5 SEATER
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN
TRANSMISSION: HYUNDAI POWERTECH 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2012 - PRESENT
BODY STYLE: 4 DOOR SEDAN
TRANSMISSION: HYUNDAI POWERTECH 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC
DRIVE-TRAIN: REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
PERIOD OF PRODUCTION: 2012 - PRESENT
The Quoris is known differently depending on the market that it is being offered, in some market it is called the KIA k9, in the US as the KIA K900 and in other markets as the KIA Quoris. The Quoris shares the same platform as the Hyundai Genesis and as the Hyundai Equus, the latter which it competes side by side with, however slightly shorter in length. Where the Equus looks more relaxed and elegant the Quoris looks big and athletic like its ready to pounce, and that is enhance with its front fascia with the large tiger nose design.
This is actually the first ever rear-wheel drive sedan car offered by this automobile manufacture in the United States. It is also the largest sedan that KIA produces making it their flagship vehicle. Interior wise the vehicle is very well equipped with latest introduction by KIA and very luxurious as well further emphasizing the fact that this is a full-size vehicle.
This is actually the first ever rear-wheel drive sedan car offered by this automobile manufacture in the United States. It is also the largest sedan that KIA produces making it their flagship vehicle. Interior wise the vehicle is very well equipped with latest introduction by KIA and very luxurious as well further emphasizing the fact that this is a full-size vehicle.
TYPE OF FUEL USED |
GENERAL ENGINE DESCRIPTIONS |
THE POWER UNDER THE HOOD |
PETROL |
3.3 L V6 LAMBDA II |
296 HP, 221 KW, 300 PS @ 6,400 RPM 346 NM, 255 LB-FT @ 5,200 RPM |
PETROL |
3.8 L V6 |
290 HP, 216 KW, 294 PS @ 6,200 RPM 357 NM, 263 LB-FT @ 4,500 RPM |
PETROL |
3.8 L V6 LAMBDA II |
311 HP @ 6,000 RPM 293 LB-FT @ 5,000 RPM |
PETROL |
3.8 L LAMBDA II RS GDI V6 |
329 HP, 246 KW, 334 PS @ 6,400 RPM 395 NM, 291 LB-FT @ 5,100 RPM |
PETROL |
5.0 L TAU GDI V8 DOHC 32 VALVE |
420 HP, 313 KW, 426 PS @ 6,400 RPM 510 NM, 376 LB-FT @ 5,000 RPM |
ABOUT KIA
OWNER: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
PARENT: HYUNDAI MOTOR GROUP
FULL NAME: KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
HEAD QUARTERS: SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA
FOUNDED: JUNE 9, 1944
WEBSITE: www.kia.com
COMPANY SLOGAN: THE POWER TO SURPRISE
OWNER: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
PARENT: HYUNDAI MOTOR GROUP
FULL NAME: KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
HEAD QUARTERS: SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA
FOUNDED: JUNE 9, 1944
WEBSITE: www.kia.com
COMPANY SLOGAN: THE POWER TO SURPRISE
FACTS CORNER
- Did you know that Kia developed the 'Tiger Nose' grille back in 2007 in order to give the brand a strong and recognizable face.
- Rising out of Asia - That is what the name 'Kia' roughly translate to in Sino-Korean.
- Kia has been producing and supplying military grade vehicles to the South Korean Army since 1976.
- They are known to be South Korea's oldest and most enduring vehicle manufacturing company.