Brand-new Kia Magentis to take center stage at NY Auto Show

Tis the season….For auto shows, that is.  In April, the New York International Auto Show kicks off with many amazing cars, trucks, and SUV’s hoping to wow the general public.  One new model for Kia, the Magentis, will be there and it looks great!

This exciting new model will replace the Optima here in the US and a few other markets.  It truly is a beautiful looking sedan, with  “long and lean” styling.  The roof-line is sloped and flows elegantly into the rear trunk space.  Compared to other Gurnee used cars, it is longer, wider, and will be a bit lower.  As a result of these characteristics, there will be more cargo and passenger space.  These are never a bad thing when you own a car!

The Magentis ( I love the name) is scheduled to arrive at your Kia dealer Gurnee in the fall of 2010.  Powertrain wise, it is said to be the same as the 2011 Sonata.  It will come in a choice of four or six cylinders.  If you opt for the four, you’ll find a 2.4-liter with 200 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft of torque.  The 6-cylinder engine will have more of a punch that the current engine found in the Sonata, which gives 249 hp and 229 lb-ft of torque.  Sounds like this mid-size sedan will get around very well.

As you’d probably expect, Kia also plans to develop a Magentis hybrid.  Specific details of this are not out, but there will a Magentis hybrid concept on display at New York’s auto show.  Sources say the hybrid version will start being manufactured in December 2010, then going on sale at your Kia dealer Gurnee sometime in 2011.

Since this sedan is being unveiled in April, there will be plenty more to say about it the closer it gets to being on sale this fall.  If you are craving a Kia right now, your local dealer has many Kia Gurnee used cars and new Kia models waiting for you!

Kia Ray: A whole new concept

Kia staff and engineers are busy at work creating the next big “green” auto.  Environmentally friendly cars are the wave of the future and Kia wants to jump ahead and give consumers a fresh model.  The Kia Ray may just be the ticket.  It will come to your Kia dealer Gurnee down the road.

The Ray is not the first car by Kia Motors designed to go easier on the environment.  The Kia Borrego Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV), the Forte LPI Hybrid, the petrol cee’d Hybrid and the twin-turbo diesel Sorento Hybrid have all set the open road.

This Gurnee Kia PHEV car has a whole new exterior look.  It is very futuristic.  The design is supposed to help the car be more efficient on the highway.  You’ll notice that the car’s design is very clean, without a lot unnecessary edges and ridges.  Furthermore, the back end of the car is higher, which results in less drag.

How does the hybrid technology work in the Ray?  Well, this new Gurnee Kia auto has a lot to offer.   Like other hybrids on the roads, it couples a gasoline direct inject engine and an electric motor.  Also in the engine/motor mix, a driver will find a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).  The engine has 153 HP and is 1.4 L.  Definitely less than other larger SUV’s found at your Kia dealer Gurnee.  But, the auto’s mission is to be friendly to Mother Nature first and foremost!

As we mentioned earlier in this article, the Ray’s design helps it have better aerodynamics and less drag.  The further exemplify this, the headlamps on the car’s front will slide back.  This allows for better air intake.   Upon another glance of the Kia Ray, you’ll notice there are no side mirrors extending from the car!  Where are they?  This PHEV doesn’t have them.  Instead, the auto has motion-detector cameras that allow for safe lane changing and monitoring.

There is so much more for you to find out about the Kia Ray, but hopefully this information gets your wheels turning to do so!  It’s going to be a great hybrid for Kia.

Striking new 2011 Kia Sportage to be unveiled at Geneva Auto Show

I saw a picture of the 2011 Sportage that Kia is launching at Geneva’s Auto Show in early March…And I gotta say, I like what I see!  The SUV shown was a rich orange/rust color that was really eye catching.  Kia lovers, you will have to check this 2011 model out when it comes to your Kia dealer Gurnee.

The new Sportage takes after a few other Kia autos, such as the Soul, Cadenza, and Sorento.  It does have some design specifics seen in other European vehicles.  Also, the Sorento shares it’s shape with the new Hyundai Tucson.

Engine wise several engines may be available.  Keep in mind that nothing has been set in stone yet, as they’re still developing the models that will be sold at your Round Lake used cars dealer.  The gasoline engines will use the gasoline direct injected concept that Kia-Hyundai has developed.  One option is a 1.6 L that offers 140 HP and another that gives 2.0 L and 166 HP.

The design of the crossover is very nice.  It is longer and lower than other Round Lake used cars Sorento models.   The 2011 model will also have a wider shape, offering driver and passengers alike more cargo and body space.   Makes for a happier traveling crew for sure!

Another feature on the Sportage that’s really cool is the hexagonal shape that is part of the body on both the front and rear left and right side doors.   Check out the picture and see what you think?  I also like the rear bumper.  It’s got a clean and “higher than the front” look.  Overall, this crossover is one beauty!

The 2011 Sportage will be at your Kia dealer Gurnee later this year!  It will hopefully be a great money maker for Kia.  If you’ll be in the market for a new vehicle, keep this one in mind!

Kia Forte named “Car of the Year 2010″

The 2010 Kia Forte has been named Car of the Year at the NADAguides.com Awards (the leading provider of vehicle pricing and information) at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. Citing the car’s “best in class” features and stylish interior and exterior design, the group said the Kia compact was a standout vehicle in a pretty impressive field. And what’s more, the Kia Forte is also…get this…affordable. See for yourself at Round Lake used car and new car dealer, Classic Kia.

“Our editorial team realized the moment we got behind the wheel of the Forte that it would be a top contender for our NADAguides.com Car of the Year, but it wasn’t until we extensively drove the sporty four-door sedan and the two-door coupe that it solidified our decision,” said Michael Caudill, NADAguides.com auto expert and spokesperson. He said the decision was difficult, “But when you add up the low price point, Best in Class features, and a 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty, it made our decision to award the Forte much easier.”
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WAUKEGAN KIA DEALER ANTICIPATES ARRIVAL OF 2010 SORENTO

The 2010 Kia Sorento will be joining the inventory of Antioch used cars at your Waukegan Kia dealer.   The new Crossover Utility Vehicle is completely redesigned at Kia’s new plant in Georgia.  It’s shaping up to to be a brand new car worth checking out!

Kia has always been known for producing very basic and affordable cars.  The company still wants to produce autos affordable to the average person, but also offer a line that has improved style, luxury, and performance….The Sorento may just be the ticket!

The basic Waukegan new car will start out just under $20K.  It will have a 4 cylinder, 6 speed transmission, air conditioning and a pretty decent sound system.   The fully loaded Sorento will cost around $30,000.  This supped up model will offer the driver heated leather seats, ipod hookup, Sunroof, and more.  It’s been reported that the high end Sorento compares very well amenity wise as it’s more expensive, European counterparts.

How does the ‘10 Sorento drive compared to other Round Lake Beach used cars?  The 2010 Sorento weighs around 475 lbs less than the current model.  Less weight helps improve performance, along with the V6 engine.  It’s said to get around roads pretty well.

Also, since this Waukegan new car is a crossover, it’s larger than a coupe or sedan, which is perfect for transporting a few kids and their sporting gear.  The newly designed vehicle has plenty of cargo and passenger room.  It is a Crossover that compares positively to other vehicles in its class.

The 2010 Sorento is worth checking out.  It drives well, has many of your standard technologies, and a nice interior….Plus, it’s affordable…In this economy, you cannot go wrong with that!