2011 Kia Sorento New Feature

2011 Kia Sorento

Tony Barlow, Kia Motors Australia Chief Operating Officer, recently said about the new model release,

“Kia Motors is constantly working with, and forming strategic partnerships with, technology suppliers who can make the Kia experience more enjoyable for our customers. As new technology becomes available and if it passes our stringent quality controls, we make it accessible to our customers as quickly as possible.”

Pricing for the new models remain almost unchanged. The Kia Sorento Si in two-wheel drive, 2.4-litre automatic form remains at $35,490. Top line SLi and Platinum models get a $200 price hike; $46,190 and $49,190 accordingly. These new models are available right now.

Kia’s Australian division is introducing the 2011 Model Year KIA Sorento to the market, offering customers a long list of enhancements across the range.

All the "2011 KIA Sorento" models, from the entry level Si to the range-topping Platinum will be fitted with Bluetooth technology. The pricing for the KIA Sorento Si models remains unchanged, which means that the entry level model (the Si with a 2.4 liter petrol engine and two-wheel-drive) retails for a starting price of AU$36,490. As for the 2.2 liter diesel automatic SLi and Platinum models, these come with multiple enhancements for an additional AU$200. "Kia Motors is constantly working with, and forming strategic partnerships with, technology suppliers who can make the Kia experience more enjoyable for our customers," said Kia Motors Australia Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Tony Barlow.

Kia's medium sized SUV, Sorento, has received a 2011 KIA Sorento model year refresh across the range with a long list of enhancements ranging from Bluetooth technology to leather wrapped instrument cluster housing.

All vehicles across the KIA Sorento range from the entry level Si to the range topping Platinum will receive the latest Bluetooth technology providing hands-free mobile phone connectivity and media streaming, all operated through steering wheel mounted controls.

Recommended Retail Pricing for the KIA Sorento Si remains unchanged with the 2WD automatic, 2.4-litre petrol staying at $36,490 just like its 2.2-litre diesel counterparts in manual and automatic which also remain unchanged at $39,990 and $41,990 respectively.

The 2.2-litre diesel automatic SLi and Platinum models receive the list of enhancements for an additional $200 making the new recommended retail prices $46,190 and $49,190 respectively.

2010 Kia Soul -Best New Car For Your Teen

The 2010 Kia Soul, Kia Motors America's (KMA) value-laden and uniquely styled urban passenger vehicle, recently added another award to its trophy case with Kiplinger's Personal Finance's designation of "Best New Car for Your Teen" for the Soul+ (plus) trim. The award-winning five-door was selected for its "cool factor," wide variety of standard technology and safety features as well as its funky design.

The award winning 2010 Kia Soul has just had the title of 'Best New Car For Your Teen' bestowed upon it by Kiplinger's Personal Finance-- Soul is available in four trims: “ Soul, Soul+, Soul! and Soul sport.

Standard safety features include dual front advanced airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, an Antilock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist System (BAS), front and rear crumple zones, side-impact door beams and impact-absorbing steering column.

Other awards won by the Kia Soul include:

• "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)

• AAA's "Top Vehicle Pick for Dog Owners"

• "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

• "Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000"

• "Top 10 Back-to-School Cars" for 2010 from Kelley Blue Book

After winning many awards and recognitions Kia has finally launched the 2011 version of its popular model Kia Soul--2011 Kia Soul comes with 2 engine options – the 1.6L and the 2.0L engine. The 1.6L engine comes with 122Hp and is the base model of the car. The higher end model is the 2.0L engine that comes with 142Hp and will be available in 3 trims-- The higher end models are called Soul+, Soul! and Soul sport and will give you a mileage of 24 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on highways

Kia Soul Hamstar Concept

Remember those cool hamsters in Kia Soul commercials? The Kia Soul Hamster features a custom red and black color scheme, highlighted by a “star” graphic with the signature Hamstar script logo on the hood and off-black matte finish stripes on the sides.The interior is also redesigned with red/black sport cloth seat materials with black chenille stars affixed to the back side of the front headrests.

The "Kia Soul Hamstar Concept" puts the Korean brand's furry rappers from the Soul's advertisements front and center at the 2010 SEMA Show — and even gives a nod to the line of Hamstar clothing.

Exterior cues include black gloss and polished aluminum sport wheels. The black cabin gets black chenille stars on the backs of the front headrests.

The Kia Soul Hamstar Concept leads a pack of Kia vehicles into the SEMA show.

The Kia Soul White Tiger Concept is a precursor of the Soul White Tiger, which will go on sale in "the coming weeks," said Kia in a statement.

The Soul White Tiger Concept is inspired by "this year's Asian Lunar year animal — the Tiger," the Korean automaker said. Other details include white-finish 18-inch alloy wheels, a rear bumper cat claw appliqué and sport spoiler.

The Kia Forte Koup Type R Concept at the SEMA Show hints at "future production vehicle applications," said Kia in a statement.