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A practical and roomy family conveyance and now comes as a full EV with an impressive range not far short of 300 miles when specified with the larger 64kW battery. The other option is a 39kW with a range of 171 miles. There is also a £7,000 price difference - jumping from £32K to £39K
The new Sports feature means customers will never miss out on the action from their favourite team while on the move. Live scores and game highlights are updated every minute on the centre screen. The display can be customised to add favourite teams to a list for quick access, and can also show current league standings, or if a sport is currently ‘off season’.
The Soul retains its slightly quirky, different from the norm visuals but it is also a highly practical vehicle. The largest Soul yet, it still has a small car footprint but thanks to its boxy design lots of space within - the term crossover could have been invented for this car.
The C-CUV segment is one of the most competitive, with a dizzying array of comparable models on offer and the all-new Niro smooths the transition to sustainable mobility via a choice of low- and zero-emission powertrains: hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and battery electric (BEV). The HEV and PHEV models feature Kia’s super-efficient Smartstream 1.6-litre GDI gasoline engine.
The latest model is available with a Plug-in Hybrid drivetrain, establishing a new benchmark in the growing electrified SUV segment. The new Sportage PHEV features a 1.6-litre T-GDi engine, a 66.9kW permanent magnet traction electric motor and a 13.8kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack. These combine to realise a WLTP combined fuel economy figure of 252mpg, and an emissions-free driving range of up to 43 miles – enough to cover most daily commutes, or for local journeys.
One thing is certain, you'll have to search for a long time to find better looking cars that the current Kia crop while quality is also up there with the best. You won't be wanting for technology either with plenty of driver assist systems and safety equipment.
The Stonic is based on the Rio platform, uses the same engines, and brings style in terms of its looks which should appeal to a younger audience. It’s looks need to turn heads away from the likes of the likes of the Ford Puma, Renault Captur, Nissan Juke or Fiat 500. There’s plenty of options to choose from although there is but one engine, a nifty 1-litre, turbocharged 3-cylinder and available in 99hp or 120hp trim – the larger one includes a 48V mild hybrid boost aimed at reducing fuel consumption.
The latest Sorento, launched features sharper lines, high-tech details, and elongated proportions while inside the cabin introduces premium-quality materials, latest infotainment technologies, and a new design. It comes with a larger body to maximise cargo and luggage space - and it has seven seats.
It’s the Company Car of the Year in the 2021 Business Motoring Awards. The all electric Kia e-Niro wowed the judges with its combination of style, equipment, EV range and, most important, tax advantages.
What is particularly appealing about all Kias is the seven-year warranty which can be carried over when you come to sell on. The Kia Care package has been extended allowing you to pay for the first seven years of servicing, rather than the previous five, to make budgeting easier.
Unlike most other manufacturers, Kia has not simply jacked the Ceed up with a taller body, the company has managed to get the XCeed to rock the look while maintaining a classy, almost fast back style.
It’s electric and with a range of 289 miles which will certainly see you through the daily commute, but it will also allow you to visit business clients without the necessity to stop for a few hours en route to charge up.
Business Motoring update on Kia’s answer to the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. A family sized five door hatchback.
P11D Value: £25,465 BIK band 2018/19: 27% 5-door shooting brake 1.4-litre T-GDi diesel 138bhp/242Nm Performance: 9.1secs/127mph Economy (combined)/CO2: 42.8 miles/133g/km What is it? A very good question. Proceed isn’t a hatchback, it isn’t a wagon, it isn’t an SUV, it isn’t a crossover – it’s a shooting brake according to Kia although the Korean carmaker is keen to point out [...]
P11D Value: £32,995 BIK band 2018/19: 16% 5 door compact SUV 201bhp/395Nm, permanent magnet AC synchronous type 64 kWh Electric Motor Performance: 7.5secs/104mph Range/CO2: 289 miles/0g/km What is it? The Kia e-Niro: it’s all electric and with it comes range anxiety - that's what puts people off buying or leasing an electric car. But what if the range is [...]
The all-new Kia Ceed launches into the fiercely competitive family hatchback market. How does it measure up for your business motoring?
So this is the Stinger, Kia’s new, upscale grand turismo model. It's a five-door fastback in swoopy coupe clothes, spun off a new rear-wheel drive platform. Here we review the petrol Kia Stinger 2.0 T-GDi GT-Line model. What's it like for business motoring?
P11D Value/BIK Band: £22,240/27% 5-door, 5-seater estate 139ps/340Nm, 1,7-litre 4cyl diesel/6-spd manual box Economy (comb)/C02: 64.2mpg/113g/km Performance: 9.8sec/124mph What is it? The Optima is Kia’s effort to extract you from a Mondeo or Insignia by offering something with more space, style and technology. There’s enough of a premium air that BMW and Audi drivers might even be tempted to give [...]
List price now: £24,655 Five-door estate 2017 BIK / CO2: 24% /113g/km 139bhp 1.7-litre turbo diesel /6-speed manual Performance: 9.8 secs/124mph Economy (official) /ours: 64.2mpg/43mpg WE are over two months into our time with the Kia Optima Sportswagon and I’m pleased to report that after a mammoth month of driving, with over 1,000 miles added, that in [...]
