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02/15/19 | ID: 14981

Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia Begins Production of All-New 2020 Kia Telluride

On Friday, the team of Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) officially began production of the all-new 2020 Kia Telluride, Kia’s largest and most rugged SUV to date.

Kia Motors America|US Manufacturing|Models|2020 Telluride

01/14/19 | ID: 14874

ALL-NEW 2020 KIA TELLURIDE OFFERS RUGGED LUXURY

Large, bold, capable and comfortable, the midsize Telluride SUV opens the door to exploring in a whole new way. Imagined in America, designed at Kia’s design studio in California, and assembled in Georgia , the Telluride is all about big skies, desert roads, mountain passes, shady forests, smooth highways, and long coastal drives. The largest Kia ever, it provides comfortable seating for up to eight, a powerful 291-hp 3.8-liter V6, available active on-demand all-wheel drive , and an inspiring view of the world. In short, the Telluride offers potential for exploration and adventure every time it’s on the road.

Auto Shows|Kia Motors America|Models|2020 Telluride

06/20/18 | ID: 13967

KIA MOTORS IS THE HIGHEST RANKED MASS MARKET BRAND IN J.D. POWER’S INITIAL QUALITY STUDY FOR THE FOURTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

For the fourth consecutive year, Kia was recognized as the number one non-premium brand by J.D. Power in the 2018 Initial Quality Study (IQS), with a reported 72 problems per 100 vehicles. Kia maintained its leadership position with segment-leading performances from the Sorento (Midsize SUV) and Rio (Small Car), while Optima (Midsize Car), Sportage (Small SUV) and Sedona (Minivan) placed second and the Forte (Compact Car) placed third in their respective segments.

Awards|Kia Motors America|Quality

03/05/18 | ID: 13528

KIA SOUL SALES SURPASS THE ONE MILLION MARK IN THE UNITED STATES

Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the one-millionth sale of the Soul urban passenger vehicle in the U.S. As the first production vehicle in Kia’s design-led transformation under the watchful eye of president and chief design officer, Peter Schreyer, the one-of-a-kind urban runabout has stood out from the crowd and provided a fun and funky approach to everyday driving since 2009.

Kia Motors America|Sales|2018 Soul

02/14/18 | ID: 13518

KIA RIO RANKS HIGHEST AMONG SMALL CARS IN 2018 J.D. POWER VEHICLE DEPENDABILITY STUDY

The J.D. Power 2018 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) has ranked the Kia Rio as the leader in the Small Car category. The industrywide study examines problems reported during the past 12 months by original owners of three-year old vehicles (2015 model year). Overall dependability is determined by the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles (PP100). Thus, a lower score suggests a higher long-term quality level. The Rio ranked highest, with a score of 103 PP100.

Awards|Kia Motors America|Quality

07/27/17 | ID: 12729

KIA MOTORS AMERICA CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF SOUTHWEST REGION

Kia Motors America (KMA) is celebrating the grand opening of the brand’s Southwest Region office in the Dallas, Texas, metropolitan area. The addition of a fifth region brings Kia’s sales, marketing and training operations closer to the company’s network of nearly 800 dealers across the U.S. Justin Sohn, Kia Motors America’s President & CEO was joined by local dealer principals and Southwest Region team members for the grand opening.

Events|Kia Motors America

07/17/17 | ID: 12722

KIA MOTORS AMERICA POSTS LARGEST SIX-MONTH CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED VEHICLE SALES TOTAL IN COMPANY HISTORY

Kia Motors America’s combined Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle sales in April, May and June reached new heights with a best-ever quarterly total of 20,346 units, capping the best six-month CPO result in company history.

Kia Motors America|Sales

06/21/17 | ID: 12665

KIA TOPS J.D. POWER’S INITIAL QUALITY NAMEPLATE RANKINGS FOR SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR

Continuing a multi-year string of quality and reliability awards and accolades, J.D. Power’s 2017 Initial Quality Study (IQS) today recognized Kia Motors as the highest-ranking nameplate in the United States for the second year in a row. Kia’s improvement to 72 problems per 100 vehicles marks the best nameplate performance within the last 20 years of the study, driven by five segment awards – the most of any nameplate – for the Soul (Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle), Forte (Compact Car), Cadenza (Large Car), Niro (Small SUV) and Sorento (Midsize SUV). The Kia Soul took home an IQS award for the third consecutive year while Kia’s two newest models, Cadenza and Niro, were outstanding performers in their first model year, with the Kia Cadenza earning the top score among all models ranked in the study. Together with the Optima and Sportage, each of the seven award eligible Kia models included in the 2017 IQS study finished first or second in their respective categories.

05/02/17 | ID: 12563

One Millionth Sorento built at KMMG

One million Sorentos were born here

US Manufacturing|Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia|2017 Sorento

05/02/17 | ID: 12562

KMMG team members work each day to produce world-class quality products. Just recently, the one millionth Sorento rolled off KMMG’s assembly line in West Point, Ga.

US Manufacturing|Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia|Exterior|Other|2017 Sorento

05/02/17 | ID: 12560

KIA MOTORS MANUFACTURING GEORGIA PRODUCES ONE MILLIONTH SORENTO IN THE U.S.

Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) celebrated production of the plant’s one millionth Sorento CUV at its West Point facility.

US Manufacturing|Models|Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia|2017 Sorento

01/08/17 | ID: 12112

2018 KIA STINGER MAKES WORLD DEBUT AT NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

At an event typically dominated by introductions from American auto companies, Kia Motors America (KMA) today stole the spotlight with the world debut of the all-new 2018 Kia Stinger (hereafter Stinger) at the North American International Auto Show. A five-passenger fastback sports sedan poised to redefine a segment currently populated by European automakers, the Stinger promises to be the highest-performance production vehicle in the company’s history and is backed by Kia Motors’ industry-leading quality and reliability. Offered with multiple engine and drivetrain configurations and luxurious accommodations, the Stinger is planned to go on sale in the U.S. late this year. Pricing will be announced closer to the vehicle’s launch date.

Auto Shows|Design|Kia Motors America|Models|2018 Stinger

12/15/16 | ID: 11956

2017 KIA NIRO SETS GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ TITLE FOR LOWEST FUEL CONSUMPTION BY A HYBRID VEHICLE

Arriving at New York City Hall in downtown Manhattan, the 2017 Kia Niro officially received a Guinness World Record® title for the lowest fuel consumption driving across the USA from coast to coast (hybrid car). The new record-setting mark is an incredible 76.6 mpg.

Awards|Environment|Kia Motors America|2017 Niro

10/05/16 | ID: 11752

Kia Motors rises to 69th in Interbrand’s 2016 Best Global Brands report

The global value of the Kia Motors brand has grown by 12% over the last year, according to Interbrand’s exclusive list of the 100 ‘Best Global Brands’. According to the 2016 study, released today, Kia has risen five spots to become the 69th most valuable brand in the world. The Korean manufacturer’s estimated brand value grew from US$5.7 billion in 2015 to US$6.3 billion in 2016. This represents a seven-fold (603%) increase since 2006, the year in which the brand declared design-driven management as a key strategy behind the company’s future growth.

Awards|Kia Motors America|Kia Motors Corporation

07/27/16 | ID: 11586

KIA OPTIMA AND SEDONA EARN AUTOPACIFIC’S 2016 IDEAL VEHICLE AWARDS

Kia Motors America’s (KMA) highly acclaimed 2016 Optima midsize sedan and 2016 Sedona minivan have been named winners in AutoPacific’s 2016 Ideal Vehicle Awards (IVA) in the midsize car and minivan categories, respectively. The IVA is Optima and Sedona’s second honor from AutoPacific in 2016, following the Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSA) in June, and comes on the heels of prominent quality awards for Kia’s Sportage and Soul earlier this summer.

Awards|Kia Motors America|Quality

06/22/16 | ID: 11543

KIA MOTORS RANKED HIGHEST NAMEPLATE IN THE AUTO INDUSTRY FOR INITIAL QUALITY BY J.D. POWER

Having transformed into an industry leader in design, quality and technology, Kia Motors reached historic new heights today when J.D. Power recognized the brand as the highest scoring nameplate in its 2016 Initial Quality Study (IQS) out of all 33 makes in the U.S. Marking the first time in 27 years that a non-premium brand has topped the rankings, Kia’s rise to the top was driven by segment-leading performances from the Sportage and Soul, while Rio, Forte and Sorento all ranked in the top three of their respective categories.

Awards|Kia Motors America|Quality|Models

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