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The 2025 Kia K4 Looks Like a Step Up from the Forte

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Kia is revamping its entry-level car. The 2025 Kia K4 will be revealed later this month at the New York auto show as a replacement for the long-running Forte. Kia retained its signature “tiger nose” grille and gave the car vertical headlight units with large LED daytime running lights.

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Second-generation Kia Niro debuts in hybrid, PHEV and EV variants

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The all-new Kia Niro CUV made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. In addition to Sport and Eco drive modes, the all-new Kia Niro introduces Green Zone Drive Mode, which automatically transfers Niro HEV and Niro PHEV into EV drive mode in residential areas, and nearby schools and hospitals.

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New York show: Genesis Neolun concept previews all-electric GV90 large SUV as Hyundai-owned luxury brand thinks big and very bold

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Strip away the oddball name and sleek show car design touches and the Genesis Neolun concept unveiled in New York this week gives a strong hint of the upcoming GV90 battery electric large SUV. And, of course, there will be the availability of two electric motors for all-wheel drive.

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Kia Motors Debuts New Optima at New York Show; Powertrains Aligned with New Sonata

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Kia Motors Corporation unveiled its all-new Optima midsize sedan at the New York International Auto Show. Featuring a new design language for Kia, the new Optima shares the new Theta II-based powertrains featured in the new Hyundai Sonata: a 2.4-liter Upgrading to the available 2.0-liter

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Kia unveils EV9 in New York

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Kia unveiled the all-electric 2024 EV9 SUV for the first time in North America at the 2023 New York International Auto Show. As the first three-row EV SUV from Kia, the EV9 ( earlier post ) is the flagship of the global Plan S strategy. From launch, the EV9 will be available with a choice of two powertrain options.

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Kia EV9 wins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2024 title | Autocar Professional

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The all-electric Kia EV9 has been voted the World’s Best Car for 2024 by the panel of journalists judging the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY). The Kia EV9 has won out over its rivals because it is a vehicle capable of satisfying the needs of consumers everywhere.” Sara Soria, Spain.

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Kia Launches 2011 Optima with Hybrid Option

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Kia Motors America (KMA) has launched the all-new 2011 Optima midsize sedan, first seen during the 2010 New York International Auto Show. Set to arrive in retail showrooms in early fall, the next generation Optima features three new powertrains including the brand’s first-ever hybrid in the US (available in 2011).

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