2013 Kia Carens

At the 2012 Paris Motor Show, Kia has revealed the first time the new 2013 Kia Carens and publish all information on the family van.

The third generation Kia Carens celebrated at Paris Motor Show world premiere. The family-friendly Van has been completely redesigned to meet the needs of modern families.

The compact van Kia wants to achieve in the third generation even more customers. Especially the sleek design, plenty of space and a host of facilities to attract customers. The modern design of the new Carens is emphasized by the standard LED daytime running lights and depending on the version by LED taillights.

At a length of 453 cm, the new Carens offers up to seven people. Despite a 20 mm shorter and 15 mm narrower body he will offer passengers more space, which is mainly due to the increased wheelbase by 50 mm.

If seven people with the Carens are traveling, there remain 103 liters of storage space, a 5-seater configuration, you can look forward to 492 liters of luggage capacity. One folds to the second series, even up to 1667 liters are transported.

Besides generous space of the new Kia shines but also has good facilities and many high-tech options. Depending on the model, there is a manual or automatic air conditioning, which can be regulated then separately for driver and passenger, cruise control with speed limiter, supervision instrument display with 4.2 "LCD display, climate controlled front seats with electric seat cushion extension, leather, a Smart Key System with start button, a large panoramic glass sunroof, automatic parking aid "Smart Parking Assist System", a lane departure warning, the lane Departure warning and xenon headlights.

With the engine, customers have the choice between the 1.6 GDI with 135 hp (99 kW), the 2.0 GDI with 177 hp kW (130 kW) and a 1.7 CRDi diesel engine with power outputs of 115 hp (85 ) or 136 hp (100 kW).

The acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h, the new Kia Carens required depending on engine size between 9.7 (2.0 GDI) and 13.0 seconds (1.7 CRDi 115 hp) and is up to 203 km / h. The Master is saving for the 115 hp diesel combined with the ISG Start / Stop system, where the fuel consumption is only 4.5 liters per 100 kilometers. The CO2 emissions are thus at 118 g / km.

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2013 Kia Quoris Sedan

When Kia K9 launched in May in Korea is the new top model of Kia in the fourth quarter of 2012 in various international markets are available.

But then more grip with one name: "Quoris". The name of the rear-wheel drive was created from the English words whose "core" that is, heart, or core, and "quality".

This would be "on the main features of the Sedan" point, as Thomas Oh, Senior Executive Vice President and COO of the International Business Division of Kia Motors says. If things go Oh, will the word "Quoris" evoke associations to concepts such as solidity, luxury and high-tech and the new sedan stand out from the majority of established models.

Kia is keen to establish, to have given his 2013 Kia Quoris Sedan a wide range of latest driver assistance and active safety systems along the way. The saloon is the first Kia with a cruise control with distance radar (Advanced Smart Cruise Control, ASCC) is. The radar system will keep the road in front of the vehicle up to a distance of 174 meters, "in view". The safety distance to the vehicle in front can be adjusted via a button on the steering wheel, the driver between 52, 40, 32 or 25 meters (based on 90 km / h) Select. If necessary, ASCC engages with hard braking to a standstill.

ASCC is connected via the Advanced Vehicle Safety Management (AVSM) with the other control systems. The safety management integrates various vehicle-monitoring systems, including over the electronic stability control (ESC), the seat belt warning systems and multiple mechanisms. Depending on the risk of collision alert vorausberechnetem AVSM the driver in three phases, is preparing an emergency stop or biases ever get the seat belts (pre-safe seatbelt).

Also on board the Blind Spot Assist (blind spot detection, BSD) is. Two radar sensors detect objects in a range up to 70 meters and four meters behind the next vehicle. Compared with ultrasound-based Blind Spot Assist, the radar-based BSD system a greater detection range, which is also the lane change assistant (Lane Change Assist, LCA) is used. At a distance of up to 70 meters LCA detects vehicles approaching from behind at high speed. Threatened danger, a warning triangle warning icon in the side mirrors and a signal in the head-up display. Vehicles are on a collision course and the driver does not respond to the visual alert, audible alarm is given.

Other assistance to make the lane departure warning (lane departure warning system, LDWS) and when parking and maneuvering AVM (Around View Monitor), a park system with 360-degree view. The system combines images from four cameras and offers the driver a virtual "bird's eye view", which also increases the safety for pedestrians.

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2013 Kia Cee'd

Who the career of the South Korean brand Kia has monitored more closely over the past few years, comes from the natural beauty here. From staid cars whose design was more equivocal, led the way down to funny and not at all stuffy and boring acting more vehicles. Under the design chief Peter Schreyer, Kia Sportage, the very successful and the witty soul were put on the market. Now the bread and butter car cee'd is a Golf, Focus or Astra face the music.

First Impressions

End of May in Hamburg. Kia invited to the national press launch of the cee'd. In the so-called Hatch-back, hot wants to launch a new hatchback cee'd variant in Germany. The combination is called sw available in September, the three-door cee'd is per the following spring.

Four engines, two diesel and two petrol engines available for launch on 06/01/2012. With 73 kW (100 hp) is the 1.4 CRDi. Attract is the best trim level, which gives it only with this engine and play in the registration statistics probably not even a minor role.

At the beginning of the diesels driving pleasure with the 1.4 CRDi 90 with a capacity of 66 kw (90 HP) (Edition 7). All engines have in common is that they are connected in series with a manual six-speed gearbox. In addition to the double-clutch gearbox for the petrol Kia offers more for the 1.6 diesel it a classic six-speed automatic.

All four engines are characterized not just by high agility. This is surprising for the "big" diesel, which mobilized just 260 Nm. To be fair, it must be added however, that the family of cee'd will usually also be moved only partially sporty. For normal operation of these vehicles are motorized so absolutely sufficient.

Driving behavior

Entirely convincing, however, is the tuning of the chassis. Our paths through the Hamburg harbor were often covered with cobblestones over which hovered near the Kia cee'd. No rumble, no rumble, only with very pleasant ride comfort taut character. Such impressions are positive throughout the vehicle visible. The process has reached a high level of radiation from the materials used solidity, giving the impression of sitting in a car one class higher.

Equipment and Options

The features list of the Kia cee'd is summarized briefly and encouraging sensible packages. But the basic equipment, depending on the variant to call almost comprehensive. In any case saves Kia not at the security. Six airbags, electronic stability control + traction control and a hill-start assist are also series such as counter-steering assistance and active brake light.

An audio system, multifunction steering wheel, power mirrors, front electric windows and trip computer and daytime running lights complement the cee'd Attract already in the base variant. From the Edition 7, the air conditioning and a leather-trimmed steering wheel on board. From vision, there is included a LED daytime running lights, fog lights, Bluetooth and heated seats on Top

Almost luxurious, shows the spirit. 16-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, rain sensor and a lumbar support for both front seats are then installed for example. Optionally, to order depending on the variant packages that include, among other things, bi-xenon headlights and also a lane assistant.

Conclusion

With the new Kia cee'd  sets the bar once again a bit later. The all-round well-made car has plenty of room for all passengers and is well prepared for the daily operation. In addition a dynamic look that is supported at the moment but not yet by the same dynamic engines. For the entire engine range has to be mentioned sparingly, and depending on engine equipped with a start-stop system.

Specifications: Kia cee'd 1.6 GDI Vision
Engine: 4-cylinder gasoline engine
Transmission: Six-speed circuit
Displacement: 1,591 cc
Power in kW / hp at rpm xy / 99 kW (135 hp) / 6300
Max torque: 165 Nm at 4850 rpm
Length / width / height in mm 4.310/1.780/1.470
Wheelbase: 2,650 mm in
Curb weight: 1268 kg
Perm. Total weight: 1.820 kg
Trunk volume: 380-1318 l
Tires: 205/55 R 16 front
Wheels: 6.5 x 16 "steel
Acceleration: 9.9 seconds
Maximum speed: 195 km / h
Fuel tank capacity: 53 liters
Combined transport fuel consumption: 5.4 liters per 100 km

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2013 Kia Optima Hybrid

2013 Kia Optima would like to move more towards premium, the Optima Hybrid will also show what is technically possible. We have tested the Optima with the double heart.

The new design language for Kia is world-wide appeal and provides full order books. After the Picanto, Rio and Cee'd has now been presented in Europe, the Optima a new look and completely new technology.

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The Optima is in the middle class against the established competition from Germany and Asia compete and impress with high quality at a fair price. A version that does not yet exist for us, the Optima Hybrid, with the show, the Korean manufacturer wants you to is the time in terms of technology at the cutting edge.

Especially in the U.S. market, the demand for hybrid models is very large and enthusiastic about the Optima Hybrid traveling in a highly competitive segment, which primarily Toyota Camry, Honda Accord and Ford Taurus, with its hybrid versions of its customers. In our test, the Optima Hybrid, however, shows that he would fit very well into Europe.

Under the sleek hood of the Optima werkt a 2.4 liter gasoline engine with an output of 166 hp (122 kW). To support working with a 40 hp (29.5 kW) electric motor that helps on the one hand the need for more power at Optima and on the other hand, the gasoline engine in the so-called "sailing mode" superfluous.

The electric motor is powered by a battery, which is housed under and behind the rear seats. Charging takes place via both the gasoline engine and the braking energy recovery. Short distances it can be placed solely electrically, especially in city traffic to get to the electric motor quite well and very advanced.

With a firm foot on the accelerator turns to the Kia Optima Hybrid but also for sprinters. Through the combined power of gasoline engine and electric motor is one hour in 8.2 seconds from zero to 100 km / The gasoline engine achieves a maximum torque of 154 Nm, which is available at 4,250 r / min, the E-motor has a max. Torque of 151.2 Nm, available 0-1400 rev / min are available. So you can easily master the overtaking and experienced a lot of driving fun with the large sedan, which is a surprisingly very relevant to the European flavor back.

The suspension is very comfortable, but the suspension quite well for very agile maneuvers. This gives a perfect mix and provides a wide range of satisfied customers. It is shifted by a 6-speed automatic can be ordered via the stick shift the gears manually. Its origin can not then deny the Optima Hybrid in the steering, which in its indirect way tailored to U.S. tastes.

Despite its sporty, you can move the Optima very sparingly. Without compromising on driving pleasure, we have an average fuel consumption of 7.8 liters per 100 kilometers. Who curbs the lead foot, you will come to less than 7 liters.

The current flow of energy can call the driver while the large LCD monitor in the center console, but also via the speedometer display. The operation of many functions, however, requires a certain learning curve, once you have tried all the functions, operation is very intuitive.

The sporty flair in the external design continues inside. The valves landscape is in a good mix of elegance and sportiness, and the processing is also no reason to complain.

In addition, the Kia Optima still spoiled with lots of luxury such as leather seats, air-conditioned, where the cooling system works well, a heated steering wheel for the winter, a 2-zone automatic climate control and a great-sounding Infinity surround-sound system.

The interior of the 476 cm-long sedan offers decent space, even in the second row, you can still sit very comfortably. Only the trunk volume has shrunk by the battery housed there to be only about 280 liters, an amount that would certainly still be improved.

Another U.S. auto-typical peculiarity concerns the noise in the interior. The Optima Hybrid runs up to U.S. highway speed really very quiet at highway speeds, but our increasing the noise in the interior dramatically, just as during hard acceleration, in which the sounds Motordann very distressed.

But he is whisper quiet operation in town where you are just too many times in the electric mode on the go. The casual body is then for the clarity is not the best, defused a rearview camera with parking but at least this shortcoming.

The Kia Optima Hybrid, the Korean manufacturer has very good that has happened in the past few years. From the once nondescript vehicles, which were often convinced only by the low price, mature technology and are very luxurious cars become, the visual appeal make her.

The Optima Hybrid is able in particular, with its enormous liveliness, good facilities and a superb comfort convince the passengers. It remains to be seen whether it will create the hybrid version is also at the dealership, or whether this interesting version of the North American market continues to remain reserved.

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2013 Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto has conjured up with a nippy small car for the city out of a hat. The Picanto was young, urban people, the trends are always one step ahead, tailored to the body and, with its charming appearance. Whether for the weekly grocery shopping or a trip to the lake with friends, with the Picanto does it always looks good. Never before has practical benefits looked so good.

2013 kia picanto

Visually, the Kia Picanto is at its sassy side, a trendy accessory for style-conscious young people and those who are young at heart. Metallic colors such as lemon grass emphasize the youthful character of the Picanto and provide fresh air on the streets.

The Kia Picanto is available in two power levels. The smaller of the two petrol engine delivers 69 HP of one liter capacity, the larger 85 hp from 1.2 liters displacement. In conjunction with the 85-hp engine and an automatic transmission is available, an option that is particularly useful in urban traffic. The electrical stability program ESC always ensures optimum road holding and takes the driver in dangerous situations on the ground. Provide a variety of optional equipment details such as a navigation system or an interior-decorating kit to adapt the Picanto your needs and give it a personal touch.

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2013 Kia Rio 3-Door Reviews

The new Kia Picanto and Rio is positioned between the Cee'd and was visually placed neatly into shape. Our test shows how the Rio proven in everyday life.

The new generation Kia Rio has in common with its predecessor, only the name. Gone are the days when the Rio has found his customers on price and design has played a minor role.

2013 kia rio 3-door 

The new Kia Rio is positioned with a length of 404.5 cm at the upper end of the small car segment and is a snappy design, plenty of space and good equipment to customers anlocken.Optisch the little Kia presented in the style of the larger models and has already in the state of extremely dynamic. A highlight of the River is certainly its price / performance ratio with the features, which until recently were reserved for the luxury class.

For our test we chose the 3-door flagship "XR" with the 1.4 CRDI Diesel engine. In addition to a very good safety package includes ESP, ABS, Hill Hold Control, traction control and six airbags, the Rio also has the keyless entry and start system, "Smart Key", an automatic climate control, an RDS radio with CD player with MP3 function and six speakers, a Bluetooth hands-free kit, cruise control, heated seats, heated steering wheel, an electric glass sunroof, leather seats, 17 "alloy wheels, fog lamps, light and rain sensor, LED daytime running lights and a center armrest with storage compartment in front.

As an option, then are only a metallic finish and a full-screen navigation system with rearview camera to choose from, we have indulged our test car even both.

The interior is then executed with fine leather and color is very attractive and exudes the luxury of a far higher vehicle classes. The landscape design of the valves can be just as impressive as the build quality and easy operation of all functions. Large buttons make the Rio further user-friendly, and the optional navigation system with rearview camera is a laudable Extra, which offers both a good map display and easy menu navigation.

For a car of its class, the Kia Rio is also a very good space. Even the rear passengers will find enough room, who uses the rear seats more often.

With a volume of 288 liters can also be proud of the trunk, which is characterized by folding down the rear seats can even zoom. Many shelves in the interior from further round the positive appearance, especially the large space around the USB / AUX ports should be mentioned here specially commended.

In general you will find inside many thoughtful details, such as the fixed, but flexible belt feeders, by which one saves the other at 3-door cars usual contortions by the belt.

For adequate performance, a 1.4 liter diesel engine with an output of 90 hp (66 kW), which reaches its maximum torque of 220 Nm 1750-2750 rev / min. That the engine is completely tuned for economy, is evident not only on consumption but also for the somewhat throttled performance. For the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h, 14.2 seconds to allow the maximum speed is 172 km / h - 90 hp one would expect quite a bit more pep.

The very light to be switched 6 courses are designed relatively long, which will please riders gearshifts. It is in Rio with the 3rd Gang fullest miraculous the speed range of urban transport, without the engine would sound like tormented in one way or the other. With the smooth, but quite precise steering, the Rio as a city vehicle on points.

The consumption stays within comfortable limits, which is achieved by the start / stop system. The factory promised 4.0 liters but can be achieved only by designated Scrooges. Those who frequently exploits the power of the Rio should expect a 5.5 liter, who is subordinate to the economical design of the vehicle and it is slowly terms, can easily come to values ​​below 5.0 liters.

Kia Rio has not only the equipment completely tuned for comfort, and chassis and suspension are designed for comfortable travel. In combination with the comfortable seats can be overcome in Rio also long holiday trips comfortably. Only the loud road noise at highway speeds tarnish the otherwise positive impression of the Rio offers a comfortable touring car.

An asset of the Kia Rio is also its maneuverability and good visibility that comes with the optional rear camera further improved. Lines show a while in reverse, if you get elected to the radius at the next barrier to pass or not.

The Kia Rio is due to its positioning and its noble features a very interesting alternative in the compact car class. In addition to its attractive design, it also offers plenty of space and, above all, an outfit that is hardly found elsewhere in this class. The quality workmanship and attention to detail like the Rio is also very good.

Although the engine could use some more pep, but having to move very sparingly. For those who are especially comfortable and want to be traveling with a lot of luxury, the 2013 Kia Rio 3-door is a good choice.

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2013 Kia Sorento

Executive Kia Sorento with its elegant color scheme is the noble-wheel drive vehicle immediately apparent. Because many of the standard model contrasting black details are here in body color - from the bumpers, door panels and wheel arches on the mirror triangle and mirror up to the roof rails. Also distinctive are the five-spoke 20-inch alloy wheels with high-gloss piano finish (with the body color Snow White and Black, Titanium Silver Metallic with the rims in silver).

2013 Kia Sorento 

The Executive Kia shows itself not only visually exclusive, but also offers luxurious comfort. For the special model is based on the top version of SPIRIT and provides (with 6.5-inch touchscreen) including map navigation, rearview camera, power button with Smart Key, xenon headlights, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, electrically adjustable driver seat, aluminum pedals, aluminum-look interior, supervision, tools, cruise control, rear parking sensors, LED rear lights and dark tinted windows from B pillar. The range of optional equipment includes a panorama roof, part leather seats, six-speed automatic, removable trailer hitch and a third row of seats, which makes the Sorento to the seven-seater.

Motorized Executive is the Kia Sorento with the powerful 197 hp 2.2-liter turbo diesel from the "R" series by Kia. The all-aluminum engine with variable turbine geometry mobilizes a maximum torque of 421 Nm and is equipped with a six-speed manual transmission and permanent all-wheel drive (electronically controlled) combined. The Sorento Executive accelerates in 9.6 seconds at 100 mph and reaches a top speed of 190 kilometers per hour. The average consumption is 6.6 liters per 100 kilometers (CO2 emissions: 174 g / km).

The safety equipment includes six airbags, active front head restraints, electronic stability control ESC and a tire pressure monitoring system. The European crash testing, Euro NCAP completed the Sorento awarded the highest "5 star". Like all Kia models given the Sorento a comprehensive warranty of seven years or 150,000 miles.

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Kia K9 2013

Made in collaboration with the Hyundai Genesis, provides the driver technologies.

Flagship of the Korean Kia sedan K9 is built on the same mechanics of the Hyundai Genesis. Initially marketed in the Asian market, with 3.3-liter V6 engine 300 hp and 3.8-liter, 334 horsepower, the K9 will then be exported to Europe - but not before 2013 - which most likely will change the name.

The Kia 9, that betrays a certain resemblance to the design of the BMW 7 Series, especially in the rear three-quarters is the first Kia vehicle to rear wheel drive, is equipped with the most advanced electronic control systems.

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All New KIA Sportage, SUV Ginseng Taste of Europe

All New KIA Sportage advent of the automobile market Vechile Sport Utility (SUV) ground water sufficient to provide a threat to the old players in his class. With a myriad of advantages, this South Korean-made cars is predicted to be the strongest predator SUV.

LED headlights lined up to be the first teaser that can be obtained from the exterior of the car. Not only that, New Sportage Headlamp also use a type of advanced projectors that evokes shades on the front. This model is widely used in European premium cars like the Audi.

Pull line from front to rear body further add an aura of fierce and athletic. The arched roof line like a chop-top on the car hot rod. The design is intentionally designed to provide aerodynamic element.

Turning to his cabin, the medium was KIA SUV spaciousness memawarkan modern style. Start Darik seats, dashboard, and luggage. Not to forget the driver's seat equipped with an electric control system, and an adjustable steering wheel height to be able to produce an ideal driving position.
As a result, visibility is obtained from the driver looks fine. Sportage cabin also provides a fairly complete amenities. In the center console are two big holes to put the drinks bottle.

Similarly, the center rear seat that can be converted into the armrest as well as a place to put drinks. Fairly adequate luggage capacity. For the middle seat can be folded to enlarge the space of goods if required.

In terms of safety, the car is equipped with dual airbags for front passengers and the driver, and a charge of protecting the safety headrest rear head. While active safety systems equipped with ABS brakes that have become standard.

Interior and exterior design complete with a charming performance of the engine. New Sportage armed with new machine-coded Theta II 2000 cc, which can generate power equivalent to 2400 cc engines and 2,500 cc, the 166 hp and 196 Nm of torque. One of the innovations offered by the application of dual variable valve technology or Dual CVVT (Continuously Variable Valve Timing).

Interestingly, the original soft sound of the engine will turn fierce when the needle is at 4500 rpm tachometers. In this figure Tiptronic automatic transmission 6-pace will make the shift. KIA Sportage have acceleration 0-100 km / h in 10 seconds.

Supported excellent engine performance gains are calculated fuel consumption is quite good in its class. For routes in the city, this car produces 9 km / liter. While the test in toll roads, fuel consumption can reach 12 km / liter.

Another feature that becomes more than the value of this car is the use of Mc Pherson supensi Coil Spring & Gas Type Shock Absorber (front) and Gas Shock Absorber Multi-Link (rear).

Presence of damping and cabin audio system with aux-in connection, USB, and iPod ready increasingly pamper drivers and passengers

Attractive design, luxury features, and affordable prices to strong capital New KIA Sportage to displace as well as a predator of Japanese SUV, Honda CR-V and Nissan X-Trail.

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