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The 2022 Kia Forte with updated look, bigger screens, updated logo and redesigned headlights. The Kia Forte is a compact car known as the K3 in South Korea, the Forte K3 or Shuma in China and Cerato in South America, Australia and New Zealand. It is available in two door coupe, four-door sedan, five-door hatchback variants. The exterior changes are quite substantial as aside from the updated logo and redesigned headlights, the Forte also gets a fresh take on Kia corporate tiger nose grille. In the case of the GT model, there is a sportier front bumper with nifty three-point LED fog lights arranged diagonally. For 2022 model year, the 4.2-inches drivers display standard across the range and the new 10.25-inch infotainment system. Kia is adding wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration, along with an available electric parking brake with auto hold and a USB charger for rear seat passengers. Watch for more details:

2022 Kia Sorento Pricing, Plus Other Updates, Lineup Changes. The Kia Sorento 2022 model year. The change includes a slight increase in starting price, along with the expansion of the model range due to popular demand. Also new in the model year update is the 2022 Sorento PHEV, which was announced earlier this month. Kia also made the X Line package available to the Sorento EX and S trims due to its popularity. The Sorento Hybrid also receives an all-wheel drivetrain with 19-inch wheels for the EX trim. The new 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation and telematics is now standard on all models from the S trim and above. The 2022 Kia Sorento now starts at $29,490 for the base LX 4WD trim. Hybrid variants of the 2022 Sorento start at $33,990 for the S 4WD trim, while asking for the same amount of money if you want to go All 4WD trim. Kia has yet to reveal the price tag for the newly introduced plug in hybrid EV version of the Sorento. Watch for more detail...

The 2022 Kia Sportage Specifications And Features. The fifth generation Kia Sportage with its radical makeover and now the compact crossover is back to reveal its technical specifications. For the powertrain, there is a turbocharged 1.6-liter gasoline with 177 horsepower and 265 Newton meters of torque. It works with either a standard six speed manual or a seven speed dual clutch automatic. Inside, the cabin will accommodate a pair of 12-inch screens a fully digital instrument cluster and the infotainment touchscreen. Buyers will get to pick from a variety of alloy wheels as small as 17-inches and as large as 19-inches available in different designs, colors, and finishes. The new Sportage will go on sale globally later this year. Watch for more details:

The new 2022 Kia Forte GT in five-door form. Kia already unveiled the refreshed Forte in its home market of Korea a couple of months back. A couple of weeks ago, the updated family began to be sold in Australia under the name Cerato. The Forte has changed in the same way as the K3 and Cerato. The front grille has become narrower the headlights have joined it, the running lights have been made in the form of dots and the turn signals are now built into the headlights. The bumpers have also been replaced, the lights have a different filling plus new rear turn signals have appeared. Two exposed tailpipes of the exhaust system. And got a new Kia emblem. The interior, a 10.25 inches touchscreen multimedia system with Apple Car Play and Android Auto connectivity. Also includes the Drive Wise safety package, which includes systems for automatic braking, lane keeping assist, automatic headlights switching, blind spot monitoring. An exclusive feature in this top-of-the-line...

Kia has finally revealed the 2022 Sportage. The fully revamped model has now entered its fifth generation. The Kia Sportage sports a very detailed fascia with distinct lighting elements that are reminiscent of the K5. But more importantly the all new model now bears Kia new badging. The 2022 Kia Sportage is the reworked version of the Tiger Nose grille now called the Digital Tiger Face. The black meshed grille spans the whole fascia while the boomerang shaped DRLs separate it from the low mounted headlamps. The interior, a contemporary cabin design spearheaded by the curved display that combines the instrument and the infotainment. Even the air vents are designed to highlight the dashboard along with the two tone cabin. Kia also uses a knob for the gear shifter in the all new Sportage. The 2022 Kia Sportage will have its full global market launch later this year with more information about its powertrain and other important details to be revealed as that date nears...

The 2022 Kia Stinger Scorpion Edition Arrives As Sportier Looking Sedan The 2022 Kia Stinger Scorpion Special Edition to give some sporty styling touches. There are a few small touches on the inside. There is carbon fiber trim around the cabin. Customers can get red or black Nappa leather upholstery. The Stinger Scorpion Special Edition minor exterior changes, that include a light strip spanning the area between the taillights. The LED headlights have redesigned running lights. The black exterior details on the fender trim and mirror caps. There is a body color rear spoiler. The exhaust has dark tips. The model rides on 19-inch, 10-spoke wheels that have a black finish. The interior, a 10.25 inch touchscreen for the infotainment system is standard. The instrument cluster comes with a 4.2 inch display and buyers can upgrade to one that measures 7.0 inches. The powertrain changes, introducing a turbocharged 2.5 liter four-cylinder delivering 300 horsepower and 42...

The budget crossover Kia Sonet 7. The Kia Sonet 7 crossover appeared last summer, the main market for it is India and production is also established there. At the same time, the model is supplied to other countries and the export version has been finalized. The new version was called Sonet 7, there are no external differences from the basic five seater cross and they did not stretch the car either. An additional sofa was installed right in the trunk, for which, according to the Indonesian media, the floor had to be modernized. The sofa is removable, you can not only fold the back, but also lean it against the second row of chairs. The volume of the cargo compartment of the Sonet 7 in Kia was not named, the five seater local cross country, 392 liters according to the VDA standard. By the way, specialized media in Indonesia note that the third row is suitable for passengers no higher than 160 centimeter. The length of Sonet crossover is 4,120 mm while for an India...

Kia K8 Sedan Specs Reveal More Power And AWD Available. Kia unveiled the new sedan K8, the technical specifications of what will be a larger car since the sedan now stretches at 197.4-inches long. The pre-orders are already open in Korea. The flagship K8 is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine, producing 296 horsepower and 359 Nm of torque. While the horsepower and torque bump is marginal a more important novelty is the addition of an all-wheel-drive system for this top tier variant. Kia will sell the 3.5-liter engine with liquid propane injection, alongside the gasoline direct injection, in which case the six-cylinder unit is rated with a lower output of 237 horsepower and 314Nm. There is no word about a diesel for the time being, which could be a sign there will not be a CRDi powered K8. The midrange K8 will rely on a smaller four-cylinder, 2.5-liter powertrain producing 195 horsepower and 248 Nm peak torque. Both the 3.5 and 2.5 engines will be hooked up to a...

The all-new Kia Sportage will be equipped with a 1.5-liter turbo engine. Kia growing SUV lineup started out back in 1993, when the Kia Sportage was first introduced for sale. Since then, the Kia brand has transformed into the desirable auto manufacturer we know and love today. During this time the Kia Sportage has matured into a competent luxury SUV. The Kia brand is continuing its campaign to move upmarket and the Sportage will follow in the footsteps of the top tier Telluride luxury SUV to grow Kia market share. We finally saw more of the Sportage exposed including some very unique headlights. The upcoming 2022 Sportage will share its platform and powertrain options with the Hyundai Tucson, and we expect a host of options to cover all types of customers. Expect familiar gasoline engines, hybrid options, and maybe even an electrified SUV in the future. This flexible platform allows Kia to offer customers exactly what they are looking for while amortizing development cos...

Kia reveals new design philosophy and full images of EV6. The new design Kia EV6, the marque first battery electric vehicle, the new design identity is previewed in official images prior to the EV's global debut. The adoption of Tiger Nose Grill as a new generation design language has become a big topic as its design imitates BMW front Grill. In South Korea, BMW is making noise that it has slammed Kia Tiger Nose Grill. In the EV6, the updated design philosophy is evident through the new face, with sharp lines complementing the sequential dynamic light patterns as seen on the teasers released before. The E 6 looks like a crossover, although it sits relatively low to the ground. The swoopy C-pilar gives the EV a coupe like silhouette. The rear end is probably the most interesting part of the EV6, with the LED light cluster that extends from left to right rear fenders. Although it looks like a design that is quite simple and has lost its individuality for the design...

Kia EV6 Kia Corporation has revealed the images of the EV6, it is first dedicated battery electric vehicle built on the company new EV platform. EV6 is also the first of Kia next generation BEV's to be developed under a new design philosophy that embodies Kia shifting focus towards electrification. The future car will have fairly smooth body lines, unusual head optics and taillights with LED and dynamic direction indicators. Kia new electric hatchback is expected to receive a second level Highway Driving Assist autopilot. Kia EV6 will borrow from the twin brother Hyundai Ioniq 5. It has a traction battery built into the floor of the body. The battery capacity is either 58 or 72.6 kilowatt hour. Both options can be combined with both rear and all- wheel drive. At the same time, the power of a single electric motor when using a less capacious battery with 170 horsepower and 350Nm of torque. The twin engine power plant produces 235 horsepower and 605Nm of torque. ...

Kia Electric Vehicles Imagine Concept Kia Relaunching Brand With New Logo Early In 2021. Kia has been killing it lately, especially in the US. The brand recently launched a number of great vehicles like the Telluride crossover, the K5 sedan, the Seltos, the restyled Sorento, and many more. But that impressive product onslaught is only part one of what Kia's global CEO, Ho Sung Song, calls "Plan S." Kia will officially roll out Plan S (the "S" meaning "Shift") early next year. According to a report from Automotive News, Song wants the brand to be "more dynamic, stylish, and inventive," with a stronger emphasis on electric vehicles. Kia promises a lineup of at least 11 EVs by the year 2025, backed in part by a massive $25 billion investment.

2021 Kia Carnival / Sedona The 2021 Kia Carnival / Sedona it adopts a new shape design concept. It has a 3.5L V6 engine and a 2.2L diesel turbocharged engine. The maximum of 290 horsepower and 440Nm of torque. The 2021 Kia Carnival / Sedona is also equipped with advanced active safety equipment and Level 2 semi autonomous driving mode.

2019 ALL NEW KIA SOLUTO 2019 ALL NEW KIA SOLUTO Kia Philippines has already confirmed four variants for the Soluto. As we’ve said, the most affordable one will go for P625,000, while the top-of-the-line offering will carry a P735,000 price tag. All units pack a 1.4-liter dual-CVVT gasoline engine under the hood capable of 94hp and 132Nm of torque. The company is pitching its new sedan as a practical combination of space, features, and value for money. Anyone worried that the car will come as a bare-bones package will be relieved to know that there’s a seven-inch Android Auto and Apple CarPlay-capable touchscreen infotainment system as standard, as well as steering-wheel controls and a six-speaker sound system. Higher EX variants will get leatherette seats and rear parking sensors. We would like to ask a small favor to support my YouTube Channel by subscribing and watch the videos of this YouTube Channel. Visit: https://www.youtube.com/AllaboutCarsph . Thank you very ...