Category Archives: Kia

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2012 Kia Optima Hybrid sedan that was introduced in 2011 and there are no significant changes for 2012. This Hybrid can operate in full electric / battery mode up to 62 mph or gas / electric mode at any speed. It seats 5 and...

Overview:   This week we’re looking at the 2012 Kia Soul. Of course although anyone who needs a small station wagon or SUV will find this a good option that is reasonably priced and low operating cost. My first impression was “this is a kids car” as to style but the second thing...

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This week we’re looking at the 2012 Kia Sorento EX FWD. Well, if you read my column often you will know that I’m impressed with Korean cars, but apparently I’m not the only one since they have grown from the early 1960s to a high of over a million...

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This week we’re looking at the 2012 Kia Rio SX that is longer, lower and wider. It is powered by a new gasoline-direct injection 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with great fuel economy that is much needed today. It is mated to a standard 6-speed automatic transmission. It is a ‘big’...

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This week we’re looking at the 2011 Kia Forte Koup as seen by staff associate Vince Bodiford. Vince says Kia spells “coupe” differently to make a statement – it’s their way of saying that the Koup is different and apart from other coupes. It’s youthful and hip...

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This week we’re looking at the 2011 Kia Optima SX Turbo. This Optima may be a little Extreme for those who value fuel economy more than speed and acceleration you get from a Turbo.

But on the whole even this speed demon gets as much...

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This week we’re looking at the 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid. The reason I’m so hyped on this car is that I compared it with the new Chevrolet Volt a colleague was testing at the same time.

Take a look at the pictures and consider the visual...

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This week we’re looking at the 2011 Korean made Kia Forte SX. Kia says they had the best quarter sales on record. Not surprising to me as this company just gets better every year. If you’re interested in what is new for 2012 you can go...

Overview: This week we’re looking at the 2011 Korean made Kia Optima EX, and with only minor differences the computer has done a great job of cloning our car market. And although they do all look similar, there are subtle differences that give some a more pleasing look. This Kia has...

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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...