2011 Kia Naimo

2011 Kia Naimo

2011 Kia Naimo

2011 Kia Naimo

2011 Seoul Motor Show, the Kia Naimo Concept made its world premiere yesterday. The car penned by Kia's international design team in Seoul, the car takes its name from the Korean word “Ne-mo”, which is pronounced ‘Neh-mo’ and means ‘square shape. The car is electric crossover utility vehicle (CUV), a B-segment sized concept car that will serve as a test-bed for the company's EV technology.

The car is powered by an electric motor developing 80 kW (109HP) and 280 Nm (206.5 lb-ft) of torque, allowing it to reach a top speed of 150 km/h (93.2 mph). The twin-pack 27 kWh battery located under the boot floor offers the Naimo a driving range of around 200 km (124 mi) on a single charge. The battery can be recharged in 25 minutes to 80 percent of its capacity, but full charge takes five and a half hours. In order to help achieving a reasonable driving range, the car is also fitted with special low-drag 20-inch alloy wheels.

2011 Kia Naimo Concept will join the company's test fleet of hybrid, electric and fuel-cell vehicles and will undergo testing in varying conditions to improve the EV technology that will later be applied to production vehicles.The car design boxy shape brings to mind the KV7 concept, while details like the assymetric sunroof, the blacked-out A-pillars or the unusual built-in LED taillights give the Naimo a unique look.

The Naimo electric crossover utility vehicle means 3.89 meters in length, the car has a relatively long wheelbase of 2.65 meters, with Kia making claims of a spacious cabin, with “exceptional” head, leg and shoulder room for the occupants. The car has no B-pillars and features rear-hinged doors to improve access to the cabin, while the boot-lid has a three-way split opening system for the easier loading of different-sized objects.

2011 Kia Grand Carnival

2011 Kia Grand Carnival

2011 Kia Grand Carnival

2011 Kia Grand Carnival

2011 Kia Grand Carnival

The Grand Carnival's trim and equipment grades have also been overhauled, dropping the EXE and Premium lines and replacing them with Kia's newer Si and SLi nomenclature. The Platinum line will continue to be the range-topping equipment grade.On the safety front, the updated Grand Carnival sees the addition of side and curtain airbags to the standard equipment list, joining the existing ESP, ABS and Electronic Brake Distribution systems.

The petrol-engined Grand Carnival gets a new heart for the 2011 model year, drawing power from the Euro IV-compliant Hyundai-Kia 3.5 litre DOHC V6 Lambda II engine. Power is listed as 202kW (at 6300rpm), bettering the outgoing 3.8 litre V6 engine's 182kW.Fuel economy is listed at 10.9 l/100km, down 1.9 l/100km on the outgoing engine, while emissions have also fallen 43g/km to 259g/km.

The Grand Carnival continues to be a top seller for Kia, selling around 17,250 units between January 2006 and April this year - about 29 percent of the roughly 59,500 'people movers' sold nationally in that period.The 2011 model year Grand Carnival is priced from $36,990 for the Carnival S, with the petrol Si Grand Carnival starting at $41,490. The diesel-powered Platinum Grand Carnival comes in at $56,990.

2011 Kia Forte LX

2011 Kia Forte LX

2011 Kia Forte LX

2011 Kia Forte LX

2011 Kia Forte LX

2011 Kia Forte LX

The Forte is Kia's offering in the competitive Compact market segment. Attractive styling, pricing and feature content are what make this car standout.

The Forte is available in sedan or hatchback body styles. Both feature Kia's distinctive family grille. The Forte is available in three trims; LX (sedan only), EX and SX. The LX and EX trims both feature a 156-hp 2.0L four-cylinder and a six-speed manual, or available six-speed automatic transmission. The SX features a 173-hp 2.4L four-cylinder and a standard six-speed automatic (sedan) or six-speed manual (hatch) transmission. The Forte comes nicely equipped with standard items such as; traction control, stability control, side and side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes with brake assist, Bluetooth and a tire pressure monitoring system. Automatic climate control, leather seats, power sunroof, heated seats and a trip computer are all available depending on trim.

The Kia Forte receives a new hatchback body style and all transmissions are now six-speed for 2011.

2011 Kia K5

2011 Kia K5

2011 Kia K5

2011 Kia K5

2011 Kia K5

The new Kia K5 it is easy to come to the conclusion that Kia has got off to a great start if they are planning on making the K5 a knockout. The K5 does not look like any of the previous Optima’s and this present generation model has very aggressive styling and a certain appeal that really makes it stand out. For those of us who are true car connoisseurs though a closer look will reveal some amount of design discord and it seems as though Kia has put in loads of crisp lines and creases to increase the masculinity of the vehicle but they may have been overdone.

2011 Kia K5 is impressive if you have one-dimensional eye-sight. What I am trying to say, is that if you look at each element individually then you may be impressed. What designers at Kia look like they have done, is given each part of the interior to a different designer without sharing the designs of the other elements. This results in there being no cohesiveness between; say the dashboard and the door panels. It seemed that Kia designers never thought these areas may appear together. The door panes are in themselves a non-thought out affair with the speakers protruding like a sore thumb and make the door look very lop-sided.

The steering wheel is also smaller than you would expect and is cluttered with a dozen buttons that make the Airbus A380 look like child’s play. Saying that a quarter of those buttons are meant for the K5’s cruise control, which is not normally found in mid-sized Korean cars and should make the engineers at neighboring Hyundai quite jealous as both their mid-sized offerings the Sonata and Grandeur do not have the cruise control option.

Vehicle Category: Sedan

Engines (petrol): 2.4 L, 4 cylinder, GDI, 200 HP, 345 Nm torque

Engine (petrol): 2.0 L, 4 cylinder, Turbo GDI, 274 HP, 420 Nm torque

Drive train: Front engine, 5 passenger, 4-door sedan, FWD

Transmissions (standard): 6-speed auto

Curb Weight: 2389 kg

0-100 kph: 6.8 secs (est.)

Mileage city/hwy: 9.3 / 11.8 kmpl

Base Price: $ 25,000 (est.)

The Kia K5 falls short on a number of front and is not a sporty car not is it a complete easy riding sedan. It will appeal in terms of its styling and design to those who are not too concerned and picky about refined looks as it has lines and creases all around (even if they are not coherent). The engine could do with a bit more power and it is more likely that buyers would prefer the better looking interiors of the Sonata over the Kia K5. We will have to wait and see how well the K5 does in the U.S. and only time will tell.

2011 Kia Forte Koup SX Coupe

2011 Kia Forte Koup SX Coupe

2011 Kia Forte Koup SX Coupe

2011 Kia Forte Koup SX Coupe

2011 Kia Forte Koup SX Coupe

2011 Kia Forte Koup SX Coupe

The Forte Koup is a beautiful two-door alien forth with the Forte auto for the 2010 archetypal year, replacing the Spectra in Kia’s lineup. Unlike the three trim levels offered in the sedan, though, there are alone two trim levels in the Koup: EX, which is the added value-oriented of the two, and adventurous SX.

The SX has the 173-horsepower, 2.4-liter four, with a best of six-speed chiral or six-speed automatic. Both engines lose two application in the SULEV versions.

For 2011, the Koup SX is now offered with either a six-speed chiral or six-speed automated (replacing the five-speed) with paddle shifters. The alone exoteric change is the accession of LED daytime active lights. Inside, a aeronautics arrangement is now available. Both four-cylinder engines acknowledgment unchanged.

2011 Kia Forte Koup SX Coupe

Price: $17,995

MPG: 26 mpg

Bodystyle: Coupe

2011 Kia Forte Koup SX Coupe Performance

• Engine: 2.4L in-linefour-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder

• Unleaded fuel

• Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 23 MPG city, 31 MPG highway, 26 MPG combined and 357 mi. range

• Multi-point fuel injection

• 13.7-gallon fuel tank

• Power(SAE): 173 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 168 ft lb of torque @ 4,000 rpm

2011 Kia Forte Koup EX

2011 Kia Forte Koup EX

2011 Kia Forte Koup EX

2011 Kia Forte Koup EX

2011 Kia Forte Koup EX

2011 Kia Forte Koup EX becomes a remarkable job because of the addition of accessories like Trunk Light, Front Dual Map Lights, Delayed Courtesy Light, Rear Carpeted Floor Mats, Front Carpeted Floor Mats, Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk, Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob, Remote Fuel Door Release Located Inside Vehicle, Multi-Function Remote, Theater Style Rear Seating, Cloth Seats, Tilt Steering Column, Front Dual Door Mounted Storage, Front Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor, Front Stabilizer Bar, Front Dual Sunvisors, Power Window Lockout, Tinted Glass, Rear Window Defroster, Infrared Glass, Power Windows.Excellent finishing is made to 2011 Kia Forte Koup EX using one of the 5 different Bright Silver Metallic, Clear White, Corsa Blue Metallic, Ebony Black, Titanium Metallic colors.

2011 Kia Forte Koup EX  car that has 6 manual gears. Inclusion of features like Power Door Locks, Brake Assistance, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Traction Control, Radio Antenna, USB Port, Wireless Communication Access, AM/FM Radio, CD Player, Halogen Headlights,Automatic Headlights,  Front Air Dam, Metallic Paint, Chrome Located On Dual Exhaust Pipes, Manual Air Conditioning, Tire Pressure Monitor, Cruise Control, Trip Computer, Digital Clock, Voice Activated Controls For Bluetooth Wireless Enabled Devices, Exterior Temperature Gauge made the 2011 Kia Forte Koup EX  has made it unique in the market.

2011 Kia Forte Koup EX  scales 176.4 inches of length, 69.5 inches of width and 55.1 inches of height and weighing 2799 lbs, provides seating for 5 people and has 2 doors. 2011 Kia Forte Koup EX  provided with  airbags,  side guard door beams.

2011 Kia Forte Koup

2011 Kia Forte Koup

2011 Kia Forte Koup

2011 Kia Forte Koup

2011 Kia Forte Koup

2011 Kia Forte Koup

Kia is showing how serious they are about making attractive, competitively priced and fun to drive cars. The Kia Forte Koup is a sporty alternative to the traditional Kia Forte sedan.The Kia Koup features "fluid lines and balanced proportions," giving the two-door an overall sporty appearance. Up front the Forte Koup sports Kia's signature grille, which flows into wrap-around headlights. An up-swept beltline gives the Koup an aggressive look, with a rear diffuser giving the two-door a decisively sporty look.

The new Forte Koup is available in two trim levels -- base EX and up-level SX. The EX model sports 16 inch wheels and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 156 horsepower and 144 lb-ft of torque. The optional SX trim adds 17 inch wheels, a sportier suspension and a more powerful 2.4L engine, making 173 horsepower and 168 lb-ft of torque.

The EX model can be had with a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission, while the SX upgrades to a six-speed manual and a five-speed auto. The Koup EX achieves 25/34 mpg city/highway (no matter the transmission) with the SX posting figures of 22/32 mpg with the six-speed and 23/31 with the automatic gearbox.

Both trim levels come with standard dual body-color heated power mirrors with built-in turn signal indicators, body-color door handles, and tinted glass plus a sunshade band on the windshield on the outside, with a 6-speaker, USB friendly, Bluetooth enabled, Sirius equipped MP3 stereo system along with standard air conditioning, power windows and locks, and cruise control.

2011 Kia Forte

2011 Kia Forte

2011 Kia Forte

2011 Kia Forte

2011 Kia Forte

2011 Kia Forte

2011, the Kia Forte receives a few aesthetic and mechanical changes, but the most noticeable shift is the introduction of the Forte five-door hatchback. Edmunds says that with these upgrades, the Forte is “good enough to compete against perennial segment stars from Honda and Toyota.”

The Forte 5-door builds on the Forte sedan and Koup and features five doors, a new front grille, alloy wheels, paddle shifters and navigation. While it sits lower and exudes a performance stance, Kia says it does not compromise on practicality or space.

Details are scarce but two engines are available in the form of a 2.0-litre and a 2.4-litre. Power figures were not supplied. Transmission choices are a new 6-speed manual and an automatic.

The 2011 Kia Forte five-door hatchback will be available this fall, but Kia has not provided a release date for the 2011 Forte sedan and Koup.  Keep checking back as more information is released on Kia’s newest additions.

2011 Kia Cadenza

2011 Kia Cadenza

2011 Kia Cadenza

2011 Kia Cadenza

2011 Kia Cadenza

Kia Cadenza — at least for markets outside of Korea — the new sedan is the production version of the KND-5 show car. Developed under the codename KND-5, the luxury sedan will stand as Kia’s flagship sedan.

The car rides on the same front-wheel-drive platform as the Hyundai Azera, known as the “NF” chassis. Powering this new sporty sedan will be Hyundai’s Theta four-cylinder mill, although a V6 engine hasn’t been completely ruled out.

Despite what has been suggested by some media reports, the Cadenza is not necessarily a replacement to the aging Amanti flagship sedan. A larger model — codenamed “CH” — has been rumored to be the Amanit’s successor, although the Cadenza could still fill that role.

It remains unclear exactly what price point the VG will hit, but Kia is likely eyeing the coveted, yet crowded, volume mid-size sedan segment. However, it will be priced somewhere below the Amanti, which starts around $26,000 in the United States.

The front of the car sports Kia’s family-look grille which is “based on a symbolic representation of a tiger’s roaring countenance,” the company says. Overall the Cadenza strongly resembles its show car counterpart, although some features — such as the concept’s 20-inch wheels — look to have been toned down for production.

2011 Kia Cerato

2011 Kia Cerato

2011 Kia Cerato

2011 Kia Cerato

2011 Kia Cerato

The 2011 Kia Cerato will be marketed in the USA and other international markets, such as South Korea, Middle East and China. As we also learned, Kia will not put it on sale in Europe where it has achieved a tremendous success with its Cee'd hatchback. For the past couple of years, the Cee'd has been the best-selling Kia car in Europe.

The all-new Cerato does not only bring a new body-style to the Forte/Cerato range, but also introduces several styling and refinement improvements. In addition, the model also boasts some important technical improvements, which will all be also featured on the up-coming 2011 Forte Koup and Forte sedan models!

The 2011 Forte hatchback will be available with Kia's 2.0L Theta II engine, which packs 156 horsepower and propels the vehicle from 0-100 km/h in 9.1 seconds. The smaller, 1.6L four-cylinder engine with estimated power output of 124 horsepower, will also be available in some international markets and mos likely, not in the USA or Canada.

2011 Kia Cerato Hatch SLi

2011 Kia Cerato Hatch SLi

2011 Kia Cerato Hatch SLi

2011 Kia Cerato Hatch SLi

2011 Kia Cerato Hatch SLi

Kia Cerato Hatch. Along with doing all my day to day activities, the Cerato helped me move houses and also went on a trip to Surfers Paradise with my best friend, Hope Lawson, and her boyfriend. Our expectations of this car were greatly exceeded and it pleasantly surprised us with its capabilities. Not only is this car fantastic, but it convinced me to reconsider my dislike for hatchbacks and I can honestly say, this is a car I would love to own one day.

Kia has embodied some of today’s best design’s to create a sleek and chic looking Cerato that comes in 8 different colours. It boasts 17 inch alloy wheels with a chrome radiator grille and body coloured bumpers. Adding to its stylish exterior is the rear spoiler, chrome tip rear muffler and tinted glass. Whilst driving the car, the cruise control, paddle shifters and leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, ensure comfort and ease for the driver. The six function trip computer allows you to check how many km’s you have left on the tank, the fuel consumption, digital speed and many more. Alloy foot pedals add an extra snazzy touch to the interior and the drivers foot rest is another added comfort.

Premium cloth trim on all 5 seats, metal look interior trim and a 6-way drivers seat are included features of the Cerato which has an amazing amount of space, especially when the rear seats are folded down. When I was moving houses, I was beyond surprised at the amount of boxes, ironing boards, lamps etc that I was able to stuff into this compact car that is deceptively spacious. The boot space of this little car is a whopping 550L which is extended greatly when the rear seats are folded. There is a large amount of storage for all your bits and pieces including 6 cup holders and generous glovebox and center console. The Cerato has a fantastic audio system including bluetooth connectivity, MP3 capatability, steering wheel controls, 6 speaker system with a power bass.

2011 KIA BORREGO SUV

2011 KIA BORREGO SUV

2011 KIA BORREGO SUV

2011 KIA BORREGO SUV

2011 KIA BORREGO SUV

Less than a week since, as the automotive press discussed the excellent results of crash tests Hyundai Genesis, received 5 stars from NHTSA, another car Hyundai – Crossover Kia Borrego, repeated his success. Seven-seat SUV Borrego received maximum marks for occupant protection in frontal tests, as well as on side impact.

Byung Mo Anne, president and CEO Kia Motors America and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia did not fail to act, saying that “Borrego – Kia is the latest development and a wonderful example of what Kia is using the most advanced technologies to maximize our current level of security for their customers .

“Borrego joined other models Kia – Optima, Sportage, Sorento and Sedona – in the list of safest possible vehicle, confirming that Kia – Serious party of the modern car market, which requires continuous improvement,” – said Mr. Anne.