Kia has finally announced the availability of its ‘Forte Koup‘ in the US. This four-passenger coupe is available in two different models: the EX model which starts off at $17,290 ($16,595 + $695 destination fee) and the SX model which begin from $18,390 including delivery fees. The EX model offers a 156HP 2.0-liter engine coupled to a five-speed manual gearbox, while, the SX model comes with a 174HP 2.4-liter engine coupled to a six-speed manual gearbox. The company also offers a five-speed automatic transmission for both models that will cost you an extra $1,000. [Carscoop]
Kia has released the first image including some details on their upcoming Kia Venga. This compact car will be available in two engine options: 1.4L and 1.6L (gasoline/diesel) with output ranging from 75 hp to 115 hp. Some of the features the car will offer include a sliding 60/40 rear-split seat that folds into the floor, a twin-level boot floor and a panoramic glass roof. The Kia Venga will make its debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show and will go on sale in the UK in early 2010. [DieselStation]
Kia has recently unveiled their upcoming 2010 Kia Sorento for the European market. Featuring a new monocoque bodyshell, the new 2010 Kia Sorento is 215 kg lighter than the previous version. Meanwhile, power comes from a 2.2-liter diesel engine mated to either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. The engine itself is capable of producing 197 PS and 421 Nm of torque. The car will make its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month for unannounced price yet. [Zercustoms]
Here are the first images of Kia’s upcoming premium sedan, code name VG, which will go on sale in Korea at the end of 2009. The VG concept was shown at the Seoul Motor Show 2009 and is set to replace the Opirus model in Korean, North American and European markets. More»
Several pictures of the 2010 model of KIA Rio sedan have been unveiled. This subcompact car will go on sale in South Korea this summer and in America this fall. Unfortunately, there is no further info about this car. See more pictures after the jump. More»
KIA Motors has recently unveiled its first commercialized hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), the Forte Liquid Petroleum Injection (LPI) Hybrid in Seoul, South Korea. KIA Motors has invested approximately $180 million over a period of 25-months to develop the eco-friendly Forte LPI Hybrid. The green car provides a superior fuel efficiency rating of 17.8 Km/liter with CO2 emissions of just 99 g/km. More»
