Category Archives: Kia

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2014 Kia Forte EX. And you must know these are the new Chevrolet’s. Lower cost, better fuel economy and cheaper to own and operate generally. Chevy was one of the inexpensive cars of the past, but the new kids on the block come from Korea....

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2011 Kia Sportage EX AWD crossover / SUV. Here is yet another Korean made SUV that has been earning its place in the US market. I recommended a Kia Sorento for my daughter Jen and it has served her well in toting the kids...

Overview:  This week we’re looking at the 2013 Kia Rio EX active ECO. I had mixed feelings about the economic operation of the ECO built into this Rio to save fuel. But I got used to the engine turning off at stops and when you let your foot off the brake...

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2009 Kia Borego that is brand new right off the boat. Made in South Korea and 86% of the parts from there and 4% from US/Canada. You can’t help but be impressed with such a new company in such a relatively new free economic society....

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2008 Kia Sorento EX 4X4 SUV. I could find no real difference between cars in this class. The only drawback is the badge, and then only a problem for some. It’s a Kia and some folks are anxious to spend more money to impress...

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2013 Kia Forte Koup SX Midsize coupe that is simply a nice car at any price, albeit the price is good. It is stylish like Audi, BMW and other high end badges. It handles well and is sporty. Kia is clearly looking at the...

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2012 Kia Optima SX midsize 4-door sedan. The thing I find when testing cars that is most telling is how others react to the car. This Kia drew a lot of positive attention from all those who saw and rode with me in the...

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2012 Kia Sportage EX Front Wheel Drive mid size Crossover SUV. It has been around since 1995 and just gets better every year. Today the Korean automaker has earned its reputation for an impressive product in both design and technology. Honda CR-V and Toyota...

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2012 Kia Rio SX Sedan. Although I had only tested the Rio 5 in past years I was pleasantly surprised that it was larger than I had expected. My recall of those earlier models was that they were small, and then I drove cars...