Previews sketches of the upcoming 2015 Kia Sorento have surfaced online, giving us all a hint of what the next-gen model will look like. The images, which first appeared on Kia-World.net, reveal a new design direction for the next model. It features, at least in these sketches, a more pronounced […]
Kia
Drag race: 2014 Ford Falcon G6E vs 2014 Kia Koup Turbo
Just for fun we’ve put together a quick video showing the difference in straight-line performance between raw Aussie cubic inches versus new-age turbo tech. Specifically, a battle between the 2014 Ford Falcon G6E and 2014 Kia Cerato Koup Turbo. Both are automatic, only the Ford is rear-wheel drive and the […]
Porsche tops J.D. Power Initial Quality survey again, Hyundai moves up
For the second year in a row Porsche has come out on top of J.D. Power’s acclaimed Initial Quality Study in the US. The study was compiled with the feedback of 86,000 new vehicle buyers after 90 days of ownership. Studies like these are great as they show how cars […]
2014 Kia pro_cee’d GT-Tech review (video)
Now that Kia truly is competing in the auto market on an international scale, it’s able to expand out and step into niche segments. This is the Kia pro_cee’d GT, the company’s first dedicated sports hatch.
Kia pro_cee’d GT on sale from $29,990, Kia’s first hot hatch
Kia Australia is proud to announce the new pro_cee’d GT. This is the company’s first real crack at the entry-level hot hatch segment, featuring a turbocharged engine and a striking exterior design. The pro_cee’d and pro_cee’d GT have been on sale in Europe for some time where they have received […]
Kia builds its first dual-clutch transmission, arrives in 2015
Kia has unveiled a new seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) which will find its way into a number of upcoming models. Although it will provide quick sporty gearchanges, the DCT will also help improve efficiency. This is the first dual-clutch transmission Kia has ever made, and it has been designed […]
Kia ‘Truckster’ ute concept on the horizon?
An image which appears to be an official sketch has surfaced online, depicting a potential Kia ‘Truckster’ ute concept which could be about to make its debut. The exact details on the sketch, which was first picked up by kia-world.net, are unknown. According to reports, it could be an official […]
2014 Kia Cerato Koup Turbo review (video)
In many ways the 2014 Kia Cerato Koup Turbo is a coming of age for the Korean carmaker. It’s Kia’s first true crack at a decent sports car. Is it ready to take on the world?