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 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.

Kia debuted their newest hybrid concept car at this year’s Chicago Auto Show, the Kia Ray. With this model, Kia strove to create a hybrid vehicle that is sleek and stylish in opposition to the clunky hybrids that are currently on the market. Chicago Kia Soul dealers were no doubt pleased at the reception of this new car during the Chicago auto show following last year’s success of that model. Kia has developed a new look for hybrid cars.

In the development of this hybrid vehicle Kia chose to use a “less is more” approach for the exterior model. The exterior has a certain curvature that increases aerodynamics; designers even used airplanes as a model for the Kia Ray. Kia has many popular models like the Chicago Kia Soul and the Kia Ray will likely be another popular option once it reaches production due to its many unique features including appearance.

The Kia Ray was presented as a concept car and with this title comes some incredible new features. The model on display boasted  a four-door model which uses recycled material as well as a solar panel in the roof which powers the lighting, interior cooling fan, and climate controls of the automobile. The car also utilizes nano-laminate films and cool-glazing material to help keep the car cool. The interior also features a touch screen instrument panel. Round Lake used car dealers also believe the white leather and mesh interior will be popular as well.

As a hybrid concept vehicle the Kia Ray is powered by a 1.4 liter gasoline DI engine with 153 horsepower this is connected to a CVT. The car is also powered by a 78kw electric motor. This automobile is capable of 77.6 miles per gallon in hybrid mode and 202.3 miles per gallon when running on electric only power. The Kia Ray does need to be plugged in to reach its full potential.

The Kia Ray is just one example of how Kia automaker is continuing to create innovative automobiles. Kia is clearly aware of customer demands and as a result created an attractive, functional hybrid vehicle. To find out more about Kia automobiles near you in Chicago, the Kia Soul, Sportage and other models, contact your local Kia dealership.

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!

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.”

The 2010 Kia Forte has two engine options: a 2.0L DOHC 4-cylinder producing 156 hp or a 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder producing 173 hp.  The 2.0 models come with either 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions, while the 2.4L models each receive an additional gear.  The Fuel Economy Package (available with the EX trim only) adds even more unique elements: electronic power steering, a smart alternator, low rolling resistance tires and aerodynamic improvements to achieve 27 city/36 hwy mpg.  And you know what that means – Fewer trips to the pump, and more money in your pocket. Car of the year, indeed.

The interior features techie treats like Bluetooth hands-free calling, 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio with SIRIUS satellite radio and IPOD connectivity coming standard in every trim. The EX and SX trims also come with power steering wheel mounted controls, cruise control and optional sunroof and heated leather seating.

Rounding off the long list of winning attributes to the 2010 Kia Forte is a low base price of $13,695 and Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. With all those performance and design features at an affordable price, there’s a lot to love. Stop by your Round Lake used cars dealer and in Waukegan, buy used cars at Classic Kia and save time and money with a huge inventory of affordable pre-owned models!

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!

Not everybody is expecting the Chicago Auto Show to be a huge zinger of an event, but at least one showstopper is anticipated to make an appearance, and that’s the new plug-in concept vehicle from Kia, codename “Ray.”

In Chicago, Kia Soul buzz is relatively old news, but the new Ray is the wave of the future for Kia, who in the last year has pulled out all the stops to show that they absolutely can compete with the longer-tenured, bigger-named automakers in the world. In late January, a teaser picture was leaked to the press that showed the Ray in all its glory, cruising through some sort of futuristic, poorly-lit tunnel.

While the setting looks like something from the movie “iRobot,” the car itself is like a gorgeous little silver bullet. It appears to be some sort of sporty four-door sedan with dark-tinted panels on the roof that also slope down the back of the car. This could just be tinted windows, but it’s also possible that they include solar photovoltaic technology designed to use the sun’s rays to charge the car’s battery or keep the interior of the vehicle cool in summer months. Considering the car is named the Ray, it would make sense to utilize some sort of technology benefitting from sunlight.

The drivetrain is expected to be similar to that of Hyundai’s Blue-Will concept because the configuration for this vehicle is based on the configuration for the upcoming hybrid Hyundai Sonata. Whatever this car ends up being, we’ll get a chance to see it for ourselves on February 12th at McCormick Place in the Windy City. The media gets a preview of all the goodies a few days earlier, so less ambiguous pictures should be available even sooner than that, with more details to go along with them.

In Round Lake, used cars are probably going to take a hit when this new wave of hybrid vehicles hits dealerships in the next couples of years, and in Antioch, used cars are likely to experience the same issues. But those are good problems to have. After all, as much as dealers love to find homes for pre-owned vehicles and make some money off of the work their auto plants have already done, new vehicles always will be the big money-makers, and when those money-makers also just so happen to be good for the environment, everybody wins.

Kia appeared at the Detroit auto show – not featuring a new product, but rather new technology. This new technology was a hands-free in-car infotainment system, called Uvo (meant to stand for “Your Voice”).  Based on Microsoft’s auto software platform, Uvo allows drivers to use voice commands to control their phone and music functions while on the road. Uvo also includes a USB port which enables drivers to store songs to 1 GB of memory, which Kia calls “the jukebox.” This newly offered technology is available with the 2011 Kia Sorento, making the new model even more valuable and interesting to consumers. Car shoppers can buy their Waukegan Kia Sorento at Waukegan cheap used car dealerships. Kia Sorentos can also be found at Gurnee used car dealerships, as well as other new and used car dealerships across the nation.

Uvo is controlled by voice commands through a 4.3-inch touch screen display, and also includes a rear view camera. Kia also claims that the voice recognition will be more advanced, as compared to other competing systems. With more accurate comprehension by Uvo, drivers are guaranteed to hear their favorite songs by specific command. Although Kia has not yet revealed a price on the Uvo system, it will be available with the 2011 Kia Sorento in the summer of 2010 and other Kia models later this year. The Kia Sorento was featured at the Detroit auto show along with the Kia Soul and Kia Forte. Consumers are advised to visit a Waukegan cheap used car dealership, Gurnee used car dealership, and other new and used car dealership locations in their area to find these Kia models, due to fill up lots in early 2010.

Sure to compete with Ford Motor’s Sync system, the new Kia Uvo system will prove to help Kia thrive even more during these difficult times for the U.S. auto industry. In 2009, Kia’s sales were up nearly 10% at a time when the U.S. auto industry’s total U.S. light vehicle sales dropped 21% (more information found at Autodata). Although both Ford’s Sync and Kia’s Uvo systems are very similar, the new Kia Uvo system is sure to boost Kia sales with their new technology.

Kia announced their second special edition Soul model, the 2010 Ignition Soul, to arrive in all Kia dealerships nation-wide, including your local Waukegan Kia dealership. Named for its unique exterior color, the Ignition Soul joins all other Soul models as a 2010 “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). With this new addition to the Soul line, Kia proves its ability to provide unique adaptations for consumers to choose from.

Features that can only be found with the 2010 Kia Ignition Soul are the unique orange exterior color, black 18” alloy wheels with machined accents, an alloy fuel door for a more contemporary appearance and bold off-set black racing stripe to complete the one-of-a-kind appearance. Similar to the first special edition Denim Soul, the Ignition Soul is based on the Soul+ model and is fully loaded with the Audio Upgrade Package: center speaker, subwoofer, external amplifier and speaker lights that pulse to the beat of the music. Assets of the Ignition Soul also include carpeted floor mats, moon roof, fender vents with side marker repeaters, and fog lights. Starting at $17,500, car shoppers near Waukegan dealers can get their own Chicago Kia Soul by visiting your Waukegan Kia dealership.

The Soul has won numerous awards, including the “2010 Automotive Excellence Award” by Popular Mechanics, the “Super Value Award” by The Active Network, Inc., and making Ward’s Autoworld’s “Interior of the Year” list for “Grooviest Interior, named to 2009 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000 list by Kelley Blue Book’s Kbb.com.” Besides all the recognition and impressive stylish features of the Kia Ignition Soul, this second special edition model is also equipped with a comprehensive warranty program, including a 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance plan.

Kia Motors prides itself on providing vehicles that are exciting to consumers, and with the 2010 Kia Ignition Soul being a contemporary version of one of Kia’s most valuable models, the car company has stood by their tagline “The Power to Surprise”. Car shoppers can find this newest addition at their Waukegan dealer, or find their favorite version of the model where Chicago Kia Soul models are sold.

Kia revealed the price of the new 2011 Sorento, available at dealerships such as Waukegan new car dealerships, Antioch used car dealerships, and other locations nation-wide in early 2010. Consumers can get a five-seat unibody crossover with a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder and a manual transmission standard for an impressive $19,995. With a 175 horsepower engine and 169 pound-feet of force, these features are also standard for the LX and EX models, but the higher-tier models have automatic transmissions. Kia aims to significantly increase their share of the utility vehicle market with the 2011 Kia Sorento.

Waukegan Kia Sorento

The top level model is the EX V6, with a 3.5-liter V6 offering 276 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of force. All variants of the 2011 Kia Sorento come in either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, with a seven-seat version available as well. The 2011 Kia Sorento EX V6 is priced at $28,895. Interested consumers can get their very own Waukegan Kia Sorento at their local Waukegan new car dealership. Shoppers can also find versions of the new model at the Antioch used car dealership or any Kia dealership in their area.

Details about the model’s exterior include 17” or 18” alloy wheels (depending on which version the consumer purchases), auto light control, panoramic sunroof, and body-color heated outside mirrors with LED turn signals. Interior features include AM/FM/CD/MP3/Sirius audio system, Infinity surround sound audio system with ten speakers, and steering-wheel-mounted audio/cruise/Bluetooth wireless technology controls. Other interior luxuries include a navigation system with real-time traffic, push button start with smart key, rear view backup camera, and electric windshield de-icer. Car shoppers concerned about safety can be reassured with the 2011 Kia Sorento’s safety features, such as dual front advanced airbags, side curtain airbags, 4-wheel antilock brakes, electric stability control, and a tire-pressure monitoring system. All safety features are standard in all versions: base, LX, EX, and EX V6. More details about the new Kia model can be found at the Kia Motors website.

With all these fine points and more, including a 10 year/100,000 mile warranty, the 2011 Kia Sorento is sure to catch the eye of many consumers for under $20,000. Despite the difficult times for the U.S. auto industry, Kia is sure to thrive in vehicle sales with this affordable addition to their inventory.