February was a great month for Kia, as it saw sales increase around 9% versus the same time frame last year. That is really great news, especially in, let’s say it straight up, a crappy economy. How many units were sold in Feb (a few included in this figure were sold at your Gurnee Kia dealership): 24,052 to be exact. The previous record was set in 2007 when 23,512 went to excited drivers.
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!
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.
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!