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2024 KIA K5

After almost four years, KIA presented a refreshed version of the K5 model intended for the global market. This car is already available in the South Korean market.

KIA K5 is powered by a 2.0L gasoline engine with 160 hp (118 kW), and a 1.6L turbo gasoline engine with 180 hp (132 kW) is also available. Also, customers will be able to choose between a 2.0L LPI (Liquid Propane Injection) engine with 146 hp (107 kW) and a 2.0L engine with 152 hp (112 kW) combined with an electric motor (38.6 kW) for a total power of 204 hp (151 kW).

The car will be offered in two body colors, Wolf gray and Moonscape matte gray, and the exterior design will not differ much from its predecessor. The front and rear lights have been redesigned like those on the electric models, there is also a new front bumper with larger intakes, new tailpipes, but also newly designed rims in sizes from 16″ to 19″.

The interior of the new Kia K5 has undergone several changes. There are two curved screens on the dashboard, the gear lever has been replaced by a small rotary controller, and the car has also received a fingerprint sensor positioned on the center console. There’s also a new head-up display, added soundproofing material and more support for over-the-air upgrades, as well as better high-resolution cameras.

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Kia Sportage Anniversary Edition

In 1993, South Korean manufacturer Kia premiered its new SUV, the Kia Sportage. 30 years have passed since then, and five generations of the compact SUV, a car-based platform which placed it into the compact crossover SUV class, were produced in 7 million units. Celebrating this car’s anniversary, Kia will launch a special model, the Kia Sportage Anniversary Edition.

Good car design takes comfort and style to an even higher level, merging the brand’s history with its future. Wolf Gray body (optional Deluxe White, Casa White, Pearl Black, Penta Metal and Experience Green), gloss black contours on the side windows and spoiler, as well as new dark colored trim elements and chrome finish front, rear and sides add more a more classic look. All color versions will be available with an optional contrasting pearl black roof. There are tinted windows as well as new 19-inch high-gloss black sports aluminum rims. All color versions will be available with an optional contrasting pearl black roof.

Inside, comfortable and adjustable heated seats are trimmed in suede and leather, giving passengers the feeling of driving in a luxury car. Additional equipment includes two 12.3-inch screens, touch-sensitive controls below the infotainment interface, heated steering wheel, as well as ambient lighting. There are also accessories in Midnight Green color, which is intended to emphasize the premium style in the interior.

The current model is larger than the previous one, which thanks to the design philosophy of “Opposites that complement each other”, refines the appearance of this SUV. When it comes to the powertrain, the current Sportsge is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 187 hp (138 kW), paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

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2023 Kia EV9 coming soon

After Kia unveiled its most powerful vehicle ever produced (Kia EV6 GT) at the end of last year, several videos of the new electric SUV, KIA EV9, were released a few days ago. It is part of the long-term plan of switching to electric cars by the end of the decade, and this model should accelerate the transition.

The video shows a bold design with unusual light patterns created by the front and rear lights. Like the Kia EV6, the Kia EV9 is built on the current electric vehicle platform E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform). What the exterior and interior of the car will look like and what specs it will have remain unknown for now. We will have more information at the end of next month when the KIA EV9 will have its world premiere.

Kia EV6 GT is powered by a front and rear electric motor with a total power of 576 hp (424 kW) and 545 lb-ft (740 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 1-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 60 mph in 3.2 seconds with a top speed of 161 mph (259 km/h). This means that it is not only a more powerful but also a faster car than the Stinger. It is mounted on a set of 21-inch wheels.

With powerful motors on both axles and a long-range, 77.4 kWh battery, located under the flat floor of the cabin, the EV6 GT offers a spacious interior in the elegant form of a coupé-inspired crossover. Its range on a single charge is up to 206 miles / 424 km (WLTP, combined), while its 800V charging technology allows it to charge the battery very quickly from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes.

Source: KIA