New Cars Rombengan 2011 - 2020

After two teaser shots and a couple of leaked images earlier today, Kia’s “activity MPV” concept, the KV7, finally hit the showroom floor at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show.Designed to challenge the notion that minivans are strictly for transporting people, the KV7 stands out with its boxy design and, according to the Koreans, also wants to serve as a “connected social hub for groups of friends and adventure-seekers”.

2012 Kia-KV7 Concept

Being a sponsor at this year's World Cup means that the Kia logo will be seen by millions upon millions of football fans throughout the tournament. This is a fantastic opportunity to show the World their new, stylish model line-up - so look out for a brand new Kia Cee'd on a street near you because I think their popularity will soar!

2011 The new Kia cee'd Sporty Wagon retains

SPESIFIKASI Kia Picanto | Luncurkan 2012

The figure of the latest generation of Kia Picanto which will be present again in 2011 caught the camera snooper road tests. One of the favorite European city car was featured with a glimpse of the same dimension with the previous generation.

Line exterior design similar to the figure of his brother, Venga. This is evident from the design of the hood and headlights are wider. Obvious is the use of the projector type lamp, making it appear as a pioneer in his class later. While in the interior, the touch of a similar design with the latest Sportage looks will adorn the cabin.

Overall figures appear more sporty Picanto. The car that was developed in Europe Kia headquarters in Rüsselsheim, Germany continues to be offered with three-and five-door variants.

For cardiac pacemaker, with a capacity of 1.0 liter engine similar to the Hyundai i10 will be the choice. While rumors about the presence Picanto electric engine in 2012, is still disputed by some people in the Kia.

SPESIFIKASI Kia Picanto | Luncurkan 2012

The figure of the latest generation of Kia Picanto which will be present again in 2011 caught the camera snooper road tests. One of the favorite European city car was featured with a glimpse of the same dimension with the previous generation.

Line exterior design similar to the figure of his brother, Venga. This is evident from the design of the hood and headlights are wider. Obvious is the use of the projector type lamp, making it appear as a pioneer in his class later. While in the interior, the touch of a similar design with the latest Sportage looks will adorn the cabin.

Overall figures appear more sporty Picanto. The car that was developed in Europe Kia headquarters in Rüsselsheim, Germany continues to be offered with three-and five-door variants.

For cardiac pacemaker, with a capacity of 1.0 liter engine similar to the Hyundai i10 will be the choice. While rumors about the presence Picanto electric engine in 2012, is still disputed by some people in the Kia.

SPESIFIKASI KIA | Siapkan New Picanto

South Korean producers, MCH is secretly testing the latest generation of small cars that became the backbone of their sales, Picanto.

KIA Picanto caught'm testing the latest in their research center in Europe located in Rüsselsheim, Germany. Possible new face of the tiny cars This famous enough to be launched into the market in the coming year 2011.

Spy photo shoot from Auto Express gained in Germany on Saturday (09/04/2010), this Korean car looks more sporty new design circuitry that includes headlamp, grille to body curves with the same platform with the Hyundai i10, which is his brother.

Fingers crossed for five door car interiors sector will be given a variety of attractive features. But there is also saying that Kia is also currentlydevelop Picanto with three doors that is cheaper.

KIA Picanto possibilities that will be marketed in Europe will carry the latest 1.0-liter engine is environmentally friendly.

Meanwhile, for the price, the Picanto will debut at the Geneva Motor Show next March will be released at a competitive price circuitry which will removed with a starting price of 7,000 Pounds or approximately USD 96.8 million.

SPESIFIKASI KIA | Siapkan New Picanto

South Korean producers, MCH is secretly testing the latest generation of small cars that became the backbone of their sales, Picanto.

KIA Picanto caught'm testing the latest in their research center in Europe located in Rüsselsheim, Germany. Possible new face of the tiny cars This famous enough to be launched into the market in the coming year 2011.

Spy photo shoot from Auto Express gained in Germany on Saturday (09/04/2010), this Korean car looks more sporty new design circuitry that includes headlamp, grille to body curves with the same platform with the Hyundai i10, which is his brother.

Fingers crossed for five door car interiors sector will be given a variety of attractive features. But there is also saying that Kia is also currentlydevelop Picanto with three doors that is cheaper.

KIA Picanto possibilities that will be marketed in Europe will carry the latest 1.0-liter engine is environmentally friendly.

Meanwhile, for the price, the Picanto will debut at the Geneva Motor Show next March will be released at a competitive price circuitry which will removed with a starting price of 7,000 Pounds or approximately USD 96.8 million.

Recently launched in mid 2010, the New Pride hatchback was dressed again by PT KIA Mobil Indonesia. Is this New Limited Edition of KIA Pride.

In response, the Director of Marketing PT KIA Mobil Indonesia, Hartanto Sukmono humbly admit that the New Pride was already in the dressing.

"But not the Limited Edition, only an optional course, if consumers are interested can order," he said when contacted by phone, Monday (23/08/2010).

For the model itself, added Hartanto, MCH has been displaying this at the New Pride hatchback carpet Indonesia International Motor Show in 2010 and then, and now consumers can make a reservation.

The changes are focused on the sector to make it look more sporty appearance, like the design of new pelk, aerokit, as well as the latest hatchback rear spoiler of this KIA mainstay.

KIA Mobil Indonesia plans to launch a new car again named Kia Pride Sedan, although for about the price is still kept secret by the KIA Indonesia but almost can be sure that this car will be marketed in the planned class hatchback sedan will compete with cars - Japanese car manufacturers such as Toyota Vios and Honda City, but it was unclear if the price of this pride sedan under them.
 
For machinery, the plan this car will use the same engine with the New KIA Pride car that was launched before it. ie cylinder engine with 4 pieces of line, using 4 pieces of his valve in each cylinder so the total valve in this car there are 16 fruit valves and is also equipped with CVVT technology that can generate power reached 94 ps at 6000 rpm and maximum torque in 12.7kgm at 4700 rpm.

Meanwhile, for the price, obviously there is an increase, but the amount is adjusted from the choices that consumers want the option ornamentals. "It is expensive, fixed according to the price," lid Hartanto.

Recently launched in mid 2010, the New Pride hatchback was dressed again by PT KIA Mobil Indonesia. Is this New Limited Edition of KIA Pride.

In response, the Director of Marketing PT KIA Mobil Indonesia, Hartanto Sukmono humbly admit that the New Pride was already in the dressing.

"But not the Limited Edition, only an optional course, if consumers are interested can order," he said when contacted by phone, Monday (23/08/2010).

For the model itself, added Hartanto, MCH has been displaying this at the New Pride hatchback carpet Indonesia International Motor Show in 2010 and then, and now consumers can make a reservation.

The changes are focused on the sector to make it look more sporty appearance, like the design of new pelk, aerokit, as well as the latest hatchback rear spoiler of this KIA mainstay.

Meanwhile, for the price, obviously there is an increase, but the amount is adjusted from the choices that consumers want the option ornamentals. "It is expensive, fixed according to the price," lid Hartanto.

Automotive performance in French, Paris Motor Show, in October not to be missed by Kia for the concept car displays, POP. The published form of this still image and saving some detail the car manufacturers to make display in Paris, later.

South Korean car manufacturer claims that the POP is an electric car with unique design. This is mainly on the interior designed in the composition of three seats and the front can be rotated to provide a larger space when the passenger was about to go backwards.

Although the Paris Motor Show will be held approximately one month longer, but Kia seems to not want to wait too long to show off the beautiful design of Pop Kia. Pop Overall this is indeed revolutionary. Start body shape that resembles a triangle-shaped capsule with a window through which a similar wheel design shirt button, everything is all futuristic. Moreover, with silver color cast!

According to Kia, this concept car is designed to accommodate three people and certainly will use electric propulsion. So far, Kia did not mention the full specifications of the electric motor is used but considering the concept which led to the city car could be the speed is not the main goal. Interestingly, the roof of the car is entirely made of glass! Imagine how hot if we must drive on the streets of cities in tropical areas like Indonesia.

For dimensions, POP 10 inches longer than the Smart Fortwo and not until three meters high. Talk categories, there is no certainty whether the POP will be the city car.

Automotive performance in French, Paris Motor Show, in October not to be missed by Kia for the concept car displays, POP. The published form of this still image and saving some detail the car manufacturers to make display in Paris, later.

South Korean car manufacturer claims that the POP is an electric car with unique design. This is mainly on the interior designed in the composition of three seats and the front can be rotated to provide a larger space when the passenger was about to go backwards.

For dimensions, POP 10 inches longer than the Smart Fortwo and not until three meters high. Talk categories, there is no certainty whether the POP will be the city car.

After presenting the New Kia Pride hatchback, PT KIA Mobil Indonesia launched a New KIA Pride sedan, along with the opening scene Indonesia International Auto Show in 2010.

This lineup MCH supplementary secondary segmented, with the addition of the buttocks, New KIA Pride sedan is no different from the version hatchback. The difference is only in the interior color only.

"We want to complete the lineup of KIA Pride, in order to satisfy consumers as more and more choices," said Marketing Director of PT KIA Mobil Indonesia, Hartanto Sukmono, at the launch event in New Pride sedan in IIMS, the JI Expo Kemayoran, Jakarta.

"A number of new products, brandnya also been strong in the minds of consumers. While Kia is still not that strong. The technology and features may not lose, but the brand and the service is still not as strong as the others, "he asserted.

Edward opinion Sentosa three-quarter money. Analysts in an investment management company with offices in Indonesia Stock Exchange Building was called, now the Kia Pride hatchback should be more focus on targeting new customers who first bought the car.

"Target market is more suitable for the entry level. Thus, the price must be right because this is very sensisitif. If you see the look and features, Kia Pride hatchback is more fitting for people who want to buy a hatchback but financially limited, "said the man who claimed to reside in Kelapa Gading it.

Hunchback car KIA Pride launched at the mat IIMS on Friday (23 / 7) and then with the official starting price of USD 145 million. Outside view, especially the front of the Kia Pride is more sporty and dynamic as a redesigned grille and bumper.

So even with the fog lights and reflector headlights. This car bearing the 1400 cc DOHC CVVT engine. Kia offers two types of transmissions, five-speed manual and four-speed automatic.

Besides having a more stern panjnag used as luggage, Kia Pride sedan is similar compared hatchbacknya type.

The machine is also still using the 1400-capacity cylinder DOHC 16-valve capable of producing power torque 94 PS at 6,000 rpm, with torque of 12.7 kgm at 4700 rpm.

However, marketing communications manager for KMI Ridjal Mulyadi said interior more luxurious Pride sedan comes with certain ornaments which makes it different than the Pride hatchback.

Comes with five color choices, ie, clear white, clear silver, tropical red, titanium silver, and midnight black, Kia Pride sedan with a price of Rp152 released KMI, 5 million on the road in Jakarta with only one option that is manual transmission.

While last month's release KMI Kia Pride hatchback with Rp145 million price tag for the type of manual transmission, and Rp158 million for the automatic.


Target could sell as many as 100 units per month, optimistic KIA sedan version of the New Pride who attended only one variant of the automatic transmission can be received as version hatchback market.

PT KIA Mobil Indonesia also offers a competitive fixed price for the sedan class, namely priced worth Rp 152.5 million on the road of Jakarta.

By assert its presence in the city car market homeland, PT KIA Mobil Indonesia have set up their mainstay cute weapons, which again faces made KIA Picanto.

Although only shown the first time when carpet Indonesia International Motor Show, but it never hurts when we see the latest view of the KIA Picanto Picanto is now called Cosmo.

The most noticeable changes on the face, with added grill 'tiger' nose 'like the KIA Pride. Grill the big story of course makes it looks more sporty.

For the exterior, for example, grill design Picanto Picanto Cosmo different than other types. The manufacturer, based in South Korea grill design concept model "Tiger Nose". While the shape is also different than the Picanto foglampnya "regular."

Kia also presented with a model of oval fog lamps, similar to that applied to the Picanto in several other countries in Asia. The use of design tersbeut certainly boost the appearance Picanto.

Moving into the sides, Picanto Cosmo looks more cute due to the use of white color. But the affairs of the legs, Kia prefer alloy rims five bolt design with silver finishing.

At the stern, Picanto Cosmo almost similar to the latest generation Idnonesia Picanto, launched in early 2010. White blend with some black accents on the bumper of a car load looks a little sporty.

The news mentions, with a series of changes tersbeut, KMI Kia Picanto Cosmo price only more expensive than Rp1 million variants are usually disposed of Rp115 million to Rp131 million manual transmission and automatic transmission variants for which

KIA is also pinned on the design of new foglamp Picanto Cosmo. So also on the rear bumper design that also affected a touch of refreshment.

According to Marketing Communications Manager of KMI Ridjal Mulyadi, the price will only rise slightly. "Cosmo Picanto will appear fresher, but just add USD $ 1 million," he said when talking with detikOto, Wednesday (07/21/2010)

KIA also, through Ridjal Picanto Cosmo said that if this can already be ordered, and is also available in two variants namely the option of manual and automatic transmission.

Artha Utama Nindya from Jakarta so lucky. Kia Visto modified by the color orange as a form of support for the Netherlands in the World Cup is not in vain. eleven and early in the final day versus Spain to win the world title in 2010.

modification Like what he did to the South Korean city car that Color red car that had been converted into three-quarters of an orange body - starting from the bottom of the door down - combined with white. In order to exactly match the color of the shirt worn Wesley Sneijder et al, Mariono from Auto Source to do it through several stages.

So, after the original paint scraped paint primer and then given puttyed and in-epoxy. Furthermore, given that silver base paint according to color orange Mariono appear. Done that, and overlaid with gold paint. The goal, in the past that gives color stripping and then closed (masking effect), just after it was painted orange color is added with xerallic to emit light when stung by the sun.

Modifications flow speed performance-oriented, no doubt his tiny car engine modif to get bursts of more power than standard. "Several years ago, this car often fall in the arena of drag race, now only for the daily," said Dede. Tuner numbers living in Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta, this does have a hobby, particularly in engine modifications, no doubt his home into a private workshop for tuning the vehicle becomes more hang out dose.

Minor Change
In the sector of foreign body, Dede purposely did not make this car full of polish. Body covered with fairly standard good quality paint. "The important body remains smooth," he continued.

Which looks rather flashy is part of the legs with Neve R13 sodoran rim with tire dressing to Sime Tyres 150/75 front and 170/50 Champiro. This step is taken so that the wheel can take the road with gusto, and handling becomes easier.
Still in the exterior sector, Dede upgrades become smoke head lamp with HID support coollight, road and weather rainy night not to drive the tiny hitch.

Doping
To spur the kitchen, it is that makes this car very different from a similar car. add doping to foster greater engine performance drived. Some parts got a touch of the hands of nimble Dede. "Engine is made non-standard, though more tightly," he said.

Ported polish head section about 0.6 mm to give a surprise performance of spontaneous and more crashing. Also re balanced crankshaft and commuted with the ideal composition for the machine to be able to jack loose. Not only that, the more serious modif engine also ended customed some parts, such as valves and clutch plates pull apart more easily also the more cihuy lauched on straight track.

Apex'i products commonly used by tuners come pinned ranging from water filters and piggyback. Is now Dede satisfied? "It's still something to be added, but later next year," he said. Engine has many aliases modif anti-"virgin", Dede still want to add a touch for traction became more wild.

Specifications:
Exterior
* Headlamp upgrade crystal n smoke
* HID coollight
* Rims: Neve R13
* Tyres Sime Tyres 150/75 (front)
champiro 170/60 (rear)
* V-kool film window

Engine
* PnP
* Papas head 0.6 mm
* Balance crankshaft
* Custom per valve
* Custom plate clutch
* Coils: Jacob ultra coil
* Air filter: Apex'i
* Piggyback: Apex'i SAFC1
* Pivot stabilizer
* Header 4-1

Interior:
* Jok synthetic leader
* Stir: MOMO
* Shift knob: Razo
* Pedal sets: Sparco

Audio
* Head unit: Pioneer 3550
* Speaker: Pinceer (2 way speakers)
* Amplifier: Johnny Monitor (5 Channel)
* Subwoofer: Fabolous 12 "

Artha not limited form of support to the body color. Try the lyrics into the cabin, the interior color is also orange and white using MB-Tech Camaro materials. Then, the stitching pattern resemble football.

Level of difficulty when sewing pattern hexagon ball model. "Create a hexagon mold first, then use machine stitched then," explained Mariono.

Display the front wheel camber angle oblique extreme, so the attention. mariono according to 18-inch alloy wheels can enter. IBHS be over-fenders, in addition to custom swing arm and sokbreker. Plate can be tilted plus 4-5 cm at the camber holder that serves as the cradle tomorrow. bottom welded to die tomorrow

KIA factory located in Slovakia eventually develop a new generation of five passenger SUV, KIA Sportage. This latest version will be released on 1 August in the UK. Interestingly, initial sales of the Sportage, it was started by removing the highest spec Sportage, dubbed the First Edition Version, and under the new variants released in November.

This has given the highest version of the completeness of such standards, full leather interior and dual zone climate control, and LED Daytime running lights. Not only that, the SUV is also equipped with an automatic wiper censorship rain, and size 18-inch alloy wheels

To the difference with the previous version, seen in the exterior sector. Where on the front headlamp which apply now facing upwards and taper that makes this car look more ferocious.

In addition, fog lights also follow the form of the front bumper, and no longer rely on a round fog lamps. Of course, these changes make the Sportage First Edition look more modern.

Other changes made by, the South Korean car maker, is also seen at the body, which now no longer apply the three side windows. But this latest version just apply two side windows were enlarged in size.

For the U.S. market, Kia Sportage comes in two choices, LX and EX. Both are equipped with kitchen implanted 2.4-liter DOHC four-cylinder Continuously Variable Value Timing tech. There are also technologies Gas Direct Injected (GDI), which makes power Sportage increasingly fierce.

In order to issue a power of 176 hp is not difficult for the Sportage. This power transmission system mated with 6-speed manual and automatic.

What distinguishes between types LX and EX only from the use of some accessories. For the LX uses 16-inch alloy rims combined size 215/70R16 tires, body color door handles, side mirrors adjustable side mirrors with turn signal indicators, and tinted glass.

But for the type EX is using a successful 18-inch rims combined with 235/55R18 tires. there are also additional roof rails, rear spoiler, and chrome accents on the body trim, door handles and radiator grill.

"This new Sportage retains the same functionality and flexibility than the previous generation model but these additions make this SUV more stylish, modern and totally new to help lift the Kia brand as a leader of the world of design." Sprague added

For the street in the city, a liter to 10.3 miles for distance traveled. As for the street outside the city (without jams) can achieve fuel consumption of one liter for 13.9 kilometers.

While the completeness of supporting features, Kia divide it into two types, namely LX and EX. The first type, use of alloy wheels measure 16 inches. Velg it increasingly looks sweet with a couple tires sized 215/70R16.

"Tires that used to have low levels of rolling resistance, so it is very safe. The electric rearview mirror has now been equipped with lights sein," explained the source of Kia.

While the highest type or type EX, using size 18-inch alloy wheels combined with tire size 235/55R18. In this type, grille, door handles, body trim using chrome accents. As a result luxurious look impressed.

In addition, they prepare two engine variants will be used by cars that are designed compact, modern and environmentally friendly, namely gasoline and diesel engines are also equipped with manual and automatic transmission versions.

Sportage First Edition of this popular diesel conforming to common-rail turbodiesel, with a capacity of 2000 cc CRDi, which is claimed to be producing CO2 emissions of just 156 g / km. For fuel consumption, this car can reach 25 km / liter. Unfortunately there is no official data regarding power output, and the spec engine used gasoline-fueled version.

PRESS RELEASE: KIA MOTORS AMERICA BREAKS NEW SOUL AD CAMPAIGN AND BRINGS BACK HAMSTERS BY POPULAR DEMAND

Game-Changing Kia Halo Vehicle Still Stands Apart From Competition

* 2010 Soul urban passenger vehicle rolls in clever, hip hop style spot

* Pop culture Hamsters compare Soul’s style and creature comforts to other boxy rides

IRVINE, Calif., May 26, 2010 – Kia Motors America (KMA) today officially released a new advertising campaign, titled "This or That," for the 2010 Kia Soul. "This or That" is the rebirth of the initial Kia Soul award winning advertising campaign created by David&Goliath, KMA’s advertising agency of record, and brings back the loveable Hamsters due to popular demand. Soul is a unique and highly personalizable urban passenger vehicle and the new spot builds on its creative theme in the style of a music video set to the classic hip hop track "The Choice is Yours" by notable 90’s hip hop group Black Sheep. The new campaign launches today on cable TV networks Comedy Central, Fuse, MTV, MTV2 and Spike and runs through July. Beginning May 28 it will appear in movie theaters across the country as well as have a presence online at Pandora, Facebook, Social Vibe’s PetVille, KMA’s Kia.com. and a YouTube contest.

"Given the success and popularity of the hamsters in the initial Soul launch with a spot that won Nielsen’s Automotive Ad of the Year, it made sense to bring them back for a new campaign," said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing of KMA. "We know the Soul target audience is digitally savvy and that they viewed the first commercial multiple times online, so the newest experience is rich with details in the hamster world and integrated Soul content for them to discover during repeat viewings."

[Source: Kia]



"Hamstar™" logoed clothing, as seen in the spot, will soon be available for purchase by fans at www.hamstarclothing.com (check soon for details).

Cruising through an urban landscape behind the wheel of an Alien Green Kia Soul, the hamsters in "This or That" cleverly compare Soul’s unique styling and plethora of personalizable creature comforts to other boxy rides – represented by toasters, washing machines and cardboard boxes – while rapping the title song’s lyrics, "You can get with this, or you can get with that."

A recipient of "Best Family Cars for 2010" by Edmunds.com and Parents Magazine, "Best Hatchback of 2010" by Cars.com, "2010 Top Cars for Families" by Motherproof.com, and 2010 "Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000" from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, Soul is available in four trims, Soul, Soul+, Soul! (exclaim) and Soul sport, as well as four special editions, including the recently unveiled special-edition Ghost Soul. Other special-edition Soul vehicles include Ignition Soul, Denim Soul and Shadow Dragon Soul. Pricing for the versatile five-door begins under $14,000.

Soul stands out from the crowd with modern, unique styling aimed toward the young and young-at-heart and offers a unique combination of style, value and personalization options. An available Audio Upgrade Package includes speaker lights that can pulse to the beat of the music or add mood lighting to the interior cabin, enhancing the overall personal lounge feeling. The Soul+ offers funky black cloth seats with "glowing" Soul logo inserts while the Soul! trim comes with a distinctive sand-black interior with houndstooth-patterned inserts, and the Soul sport presents a bold red-black interior trim with red-trimmed cloth seats and metal-finish interior accents.

Kia Motors America in 2010

Kia Motors is in the midst of a dramatic, design-led transformation, which has been delivering dynamically styled vehicles in several important segments at exactly the right time, contributing to the brand’s continued gains in U.S. market share. With four new vehicle introductions and several other key initiatives planned for 2010, Kia is poised to continue its momentum and will continue to build the brand through design innovation, quality, value, safety features and with new technology such as UVO powered by Microsoft®2 infotainment system (expected to be available in select Kia models in the U.S. beginning in summer 20103). The launch of the all-new 2011 Sorento CUV, the official vehicle of the NBA, further enhances the lineup, and is now in dealerships.

About Kia Motors America

Kia Motors America (KMA) is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 670 dealers throughout the United States. For 2009, KMA recorded its 15th consecutive year of increased U.S. market share and recently achieved its best quarter of sales ever. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise."

Kia Motors America is the "Official Automotive Partner of the NBA." Information about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle line-up is available at its Web site – www.kia.com. For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com.

Kia Motors has announced that its compact Forte sedan has received a "Top Safety Pick" status for 2010 by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. This is the third model from the Hyundai/Kia line-up to receive this prestigious title for 2010, with the other two being the Kia Soul and the all-new Hyundai Sonata.

It is important to note that this rating only applies to Forte's built after October 2009, as the automaker made revisions to the car's B-pillar and roof to qualify it for the award.

For a vehicle to qualify for the rating, it must score the top rating of Good in frontal-offset, side-impact, and rear-impact crash tests. New for 2010, a car must also score a good rating in its roof-strength test that measures occupant protection in the case of a rollover. The car must also be equipped with electronic stability control (ESC), standard equipment in the Forte.

With the new standards implemented for 2010, there are only 31 vehicles in the market that qualify for the Top Safety Pick, a low number compared to that of 2009. Other cars in the compact segment that earned the top rating are the Volkwagen Golf, Toyota Corolla, Subaru Impreza, Scion xB, and Nissan Cube. Honda Civic's equipped with optional stablity control also earned the award.

[Source: Kicking Tires]

According to British publication Autocar, Kia is planning to roll out an estate version of the all-new Magentis (K5/Optima) sedan for the European market.

Unveiled for the first time at the New York International Auto Show in April, the new mid-size sedan from Kia will drop the "Magentis" moniker for the European market, according to Kia. In South Korea, the car is called "K5" while in North America, it is known as "Optima".

A Kia source revealed that an estate version of the car will be built. When asked about this body style, chief designer Peter Schreyer said, “I would love to do station wagon and coupé versions of the car. The station wagon would only really work for Europe but the coupé would work in the US.”

[Source: Autocar.co.uk]

Already a recipient of numerous accolades including a "2010 Automotive Excellence Award" from Popular Mechanics and being recognized as the "Best Hatchback of 2010" by Cars.com, the new 2010 Kia Soul was honored yet again at the Nielsen Automotive Advertising Awards event in conjunction with the New York International Auto Show when the TV commercial for the uniquely styled urban passenger vehicle was named "Automotive Ad Of The Year."

Created by David&Goliath, the Soul spot depicts city and suburban streets inhabited exclusively by hamsters who are mindlessly running in place inside their exercise wheels until a molten red Kia Soul pulls up to a stoplight and the passenger window rolls down to reveal a trio of paw-tapping, music-loving hamsters who have discovered "A New Way To Roll."

Portraying Soul as a lounge on wheels with its highly specified audio system that includes speaker lights that pulse to the beat of the music, the hamsters bob their heads to four different music tracks that appear in slightly different versions of the spot to keep each viewing fresh. Viewers with a sharp eye can identify song and artist information on the hamsters' iPod screen, and the campaign extended online with each track available for download at www.kiasoul.com.

"The Soul was designed to stand out in a sea of sameness and that same philosophy guided the creative development of the hamster campaign and to position Soul as Kia's affordable halo vehicle," said Michael Sprague, VP, marketing, Kia Motors America.

[Source: Kia]

Continue reading for the second version of the Soul Hamster Ad.

The Kia Forte line-up has just received a new member to sit next to the sedan and Koup versions: a five-door version that will go on sale in October.

The 2011 Forte 5-door version will be available will all the options from the sedan, but will also include a new front grille, alloy wheels, lower valence design, center console, paddle shifters, push-button start and navigation.

Under the hood there will be a choice of the 2.0 and 2.4-liter engines and a new six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

Basically, Kia has taken the Forte and Koup, added a fifth door, and made some additional minor adjustments. Voila, a whole "new" car.

Continue reading for Kia's short press release and more hi-res images.

Excerpt from Kia Press Release on NYIAS

Also making its world premiere in New York is the Forte (’Cerato’ in some markets) five-door. Keeping in line with the stylish and practical Forte compact sedan and first-for-Kia Forte Koup, the Forte five-door adds another attractive option to the Forte family.

Forte five-door builds on the popular Forte compact sedan and bold Forte Koup by employing another practical yet modern iteration of the platform. Lower and firmly set on its haunches, Forte five-door carries with it all the amenities of the Forte line and introduces a new front grille, alloy wheels, lower valence design, center console, paddle shifters, push-button start (already available in Forte line-up outside of North America) and navigation (available in North America only) in addition to the enhanced practicality of a fifth door for a distinct appearance and intentional practicality.

Depending on country, Forte five-door is available with three efficient gasoline engines - 1.6-litre, 2.0-litre or 2.4-litre - and a new six-speed manual or automatic transmission. North American consumers will have a choice of the 2.0 and 2.4-liter engines while customers outside of North America will be able to choose from the 1.6 and 2.0-liter powerplants.