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KIA MOTORS’ NEW 1.6-LITER GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION ENGINE NAMED TO WARD’S “2012 10 BEST ENGINES” LIST Four-Cylinder Gamma Engine Recognized for Efficiency and Versatility with Available Idle Stop and Go Technology 1.6-liter Gasoline Direct-Injected (GDI) engine offered for the all-new 2012 Rio subcompacts and the significantly refreshed 2012 Soul State-of-the-art powertrain delivers class-leading horsepower1 and … Read more

2012 KIA SOUL AND FORTE KOUP NAMED TO MSN AUTOS “10 GREAT CARS FOR LESS THAN $20,000” LIST Kia Vehicles Praised for Exceptional Value and Stand-Out Designs Funky Soul recognized for low starting price and roomy interior space Kia’s two-door Koup praised for performance features and outstanding value IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 7, 2011 – The … Read more

KIA MOTORS AMERICA ADDS AUTO INDUSTRY VETERAN JAMES HOPE TO PUBLIC RELATIONS TEAM <!– –> IRVINE, Calif., December 6, 2011 – Kia Motors America (KMA) named James Hope national manager of product public relations today, reporting to director of public relations, Scott McKee. In his position, Hope will develop vehicle communication strategy and oversee new … Read more

KIA OPTIMA HYBRID NAMED TO “TOP 10 CARS OF THE YEAR” LIST BY HISPANIC MOTOR PRESS ASSOCIATION Optima Hybrid Takes Top Honors in the Alternative Powerplant Category Kia’s fuel-efficient midsize sedan recognized for class-leading highway fuel economy1, advanced technology and distinctive styling Kia’s first-ever hybrid delivers up to 40 miles per gallon and offers eco-conscious … Read more

KIA RACING ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR TWO TURBOCHARGED OPTIMAS TO COMPETE IN THE 2012 PIRELLI WORLD CHALLENGE CHAMPIONSHIPS Championship-Winning Motorsports Program Expanding to New Series in Third-Year Kia and Kinetic Motorsports continue partnership to build and campaign two Optima SXs in World Challenge Additional motorsports activities for 2012 include B-Spec racing with the all-new 2012 Rio … Read more

KIA MOTORS’ GT CONCEPT VEHICLE SIGNALS A NEW DESIGN DIRECTION FOR THE BRAND AT THE 2011 LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW Kia GT is Brand’s First-Ever Rear-Wheel-Drive Concept GT’s graceful and confident styling reminiscent of iconic 1970’s GT cars Sports sedan is powered by a 3.3-liter V6 engine with 395 horsepower LOS ANGELES, November 16, 2011 … Read more

2012 KIA OPTIMA, SORENTO, SOUL AND SPORTAGE ACHIEVE CONSUMERS DIGEST “BEST BUYS” Kia Vehicles Recognized for Striking Design and Performance Kia midsize sedan and CUVs praised for exceptional value, quality, performance, stand-out design and low cost of ownership Popular Kia vehicles offer long list of standard safety, convenience and technology features IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3, … Read more

KIA MOTORS AMERICA UNVEILS TRICKED-OUT OPTIMA HYBRID AND SOUL INSPIRED BY SPORTS AMBASSADORS BLAKE GRIFFIN AND MICHELLE WIE AT 2011 SEMA SHOW Kia Collaborates with West Coast Customs for First Time to Put a Sporty Twist on Show Cars Basketball-themed Optima Hybrid features hardwood floor and pop-up basketball hoop Michelle Wie’s personal artwork showcased inside-and-out … Read more

KIA MOTORS AMERICA EXPANDS MOTORSPORTS PROGRAM TO SHOWROOM STOCK RACING WITH DEBUT OF 2012 B-SPEC RIO 5-DOOR AT SEMA SHOW Championship-Winning Motorsports Program to Support Grassroots Racing Kia Racing and Kinetic Motorsports unveil all-new 2012 Rio B-Spec racer Additional 2012 motorsports activity will include an Optima Hybrid serving as the official pace car for United … Read more

KIA MOTORS AMERICA EXPANDS MOTORSPORTS PROGRAM TO SHOWROOM STOCK RACING WITH DEBUT OF 2012 B-SPEC RIO 5-DOOR AT SEMA SHOW Championship-Winning Motorsports Program to Support Grassroots Racing Kia Racing and Kinetic Motorsports unveil all-new 2012 Rio B-Spec racer Additional 2012 motorsports activity will include an Optima Hybrid serving as the official pace car for United … Read more