Ford EcoBoost Fiesta 2014 launch in the U.S.

Ford EcoBoost Fiesta 2014 launch in the U.S.

At the Los Angeles Motor Show, Ford introduced customers home 2 versions of the Fiesta in 2014 and will use the new EcoBoost engine.
Open two new models to help Ford wide grossing Fiesta line, while increasing the ability to compete with EcoBoost fuel-saving and environmentally friendly.


Ford Fiesta 2014 with 1 liter EcoBoost three-cylinder.
Ford Fiesta 2014 standard edition life, both the sedan and hatchback, use 1 liter EcoBoost 3-cylinder 123 hp and torque of 200 Nm. Ready vehicles sold in the European market, while U.S. customers have to wait until the end of 2013. However, auto-shut-start the engine only on the European version that Americans must suffer.

With estimated fuel consumption less than 6 liters per 100 km with 5-speed manual gearbox, the Fiesta seems to become "non-motor vehicles the most fuel-efficient hybrid sold in North America." Consumption on the current version of Fiesta SFE is 6 ltr per 100 km highway.


Ford Fiesta ST
In addition to the new engine, using less gasoline, Fiesta upgraded version also connected to SYNC and MyFord Touch equipped with a new 6.5-inch touch screen Sony HD radio.

Sports version Fiesta ST uses EcoBoost 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 197 hp and torque of 290 Nm. 6-speed manual gearbox. Fuel consumption of around 6.9 ltr per 100 km. Sports style shown in the appearance through dual exhaust pipes and 17-inch wheels. In addition, the suspension system has been redesigned and upgraded brakes.

2014 Ford Fiesta hatchback.

2014 Ford Fiesta sedan.

The hatchback and sedan were using the new EcoBoost engine.

1 liter EcoBoost three-cylinder.

Wide grille with six edges and chromed horizontal bars. Three-shock front with lower wind niches and narrower. Angular fog light recesses.

Modern furniture.

Connect SYNC and MyFord Touch with 6.5 inch touch screen Sony HD radio. Photo: Ford

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Coming Kia Optima style Batman

Coming Kia Optima style Batman

Mid-size sedan is the product of a series of vehicles of the "We can be Heroes" by Kia and DC Entertainment Group cooperation, with the main theme is the style of superhero comics.

Campaign with the help of the Korean-American comic book artist Jim Lee and Rides Magazine. The comic book character style will be applied to the other Kia models also include Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Aquaman and Cyborg.



Kia Optima SX Batman in Time Warner Center (New York, USA). Photo: IGN.
Optima SX Batman style, looks just like a car that will attend the exhibition SEMA, with a combination of glossy black and matte black paint with pictures of Batman. 20-inch rim. Yellow LED lights under the car. The grille Batman took 40 hours to create.

Interior with black leather seats with the Batman logo. In particular, in the glove compartment to map between the two seats there and some darts Batman, and Batman's suit and hood in the trunk.

Vehicles on display from January 11 to 14/10 at the Time Warner Center (New York, USA).

Grille Batman.

Seamless yellow LED lights under the car.

5-spoke 20-inch wheels painted black with the Batman logo.

Batman logo on the seat.

Darts Batman panel in between the two front seats.

Photo: IGN, Motortrend

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Kia Quoris 2014

Kia Quoris 2014 appeared in Canada

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Longed to step into the luxury class of the Korean car company is very large, when Quoris even compete with the BMW 7 Series.

This model is known called K9 in Korea. Quite interesting because in North America there named Quoris. K9 logo sewn onto his head.

With K9, Kia has completed the list of K-series after the K5 (Optima name) and the K7 (known as Cadenza). If K5 compete with the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Kia K7 is referring to rivals such as BMW 5 Series or Mercedes E-class. New models K9 been design director Peter Schreyer compare with the Audi A8 and BMW 7 Series.


The new generation Kia K9 revealed in Canada.
Size of Quoris put it in the car to compete directly with cars to Japan and Germany. With shiny wheels, large grille and dual exhaust. The car carrying the many advanced technologies, with the camera is equipped with front grille.

K9 design stays true to the style grille Tiger "Tiger Grill". Full LED headlights. Not affected by the Audi style as K5 or K7, K9 sports style like BMW, especially series 7. The floating line near the bonnet, use of road vehicle body dynamics. Tail K9 moderate rate, compact and eye with Asian customers. BMW tail lights are very similar.

Rear mounted notation 3.8, show cars with 3.8-liter V6 330 horsepower. Structure of K9 has the same platform as the Hyundai Equus, and K9 is the first vehicle to use navigation system rear of the Kia. In the near future, and hopefully there will be a test to have a clear view of Kia luxury sedan.

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Kia Carens 2013

Kia Carens 2013 revealed in Europe

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The new Carens is more stylish design, fog lights, grille and headlights with eye catching design similar to the Cee'd.

Based on the design of the Cee'd, Carens more 100 mm Wheelbase and wider than standard 5-door models. This makes the 3rd row seat of the car more comfortable.


Kia Carens new generation of Korean car company.
3rd row seats expand and compact folding for larger storage space. Unlike the Ford B-Max, Kia does not use rear sliding doors, although this model was established with the goal to replace the previous generation Carens and Sedona MPV (use design Sliding rear).

Carens quite impressed with the interior. Spacious storage drawers, in addition to a glove compartment behind the front seats pretty neat. This shows that Kia to invest in design and build quality is quite good. A number of advanced options such as heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, sunroof and a navigation system market support more intelligent of Kia and able to change quickly.

4-cylinder diesel engine of 1.7 liters with two versions for 113 horsepower and 134 horsepower, plus a 1.6-liter GDI petrol engine with a capacity of 133 horsepower. Alternatively customers can choose between a 6-speed manual transmission and automatic transmission.

The suspension was completely changed compared to the Cee'd, you can see the new Carens will feel more comfortable. However, the suspension will be adjusted to suit European roads.

New Carens will debut at the Paris Auto Show next week, before being sold in the UK next month.

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The new-generation Kia Forte launched in Korea

The new-generation Kia Forte launched in Korea

Take three different names depending on the market, the sedan hit the next generation inherits the latest design elements of the brand with the latest technologies to better impress customers.

In the Korean market, called short sedan called the K3, but in the United States and Canada, it is known under the name Forte. And in some places, such as Australia or Brazil, Forte Cerato.

Either bearing, small-sized sedan with the latest genetic factors in both interior and exterior, with technologies such as parking assist system, LED headlamps with new generation touch UVO system, allows the driver to control the vehicle via smart phones and other IT services.


2014 Kia ​​Forte launched in Korea. In the domestic market, it is called K3. Picture: Carscoop.
The new-generation Kia Forte has overall dimensions 4560 mm long, 1780 mm wide and 1435 mm high. Compared to the current generation of, new Forte more than 30 mm, 5 mm wider and 25 mm lower. Wheelbase increased by 51 mm, 2700 mm, making the cabin more space.

In South Korea, K3 uses a 1.6 liter 4-cylinder gas engines with a capacity of 138 hp and torque of 167 Nm. 7.1 ltr per 100 km fuel consumption.

Currently unpublished Kia Cerato and Forte engine version in other markets when the sedan was sold in early 2013. 4-door sedan version will appear first, then to the 5-door hatchback and two-door coupe. In the European market 4-door version only available by Kia 5 door Ceed car and 3 Pro ceed door vehicles.

Korean carmaker aims to achieve sales about 410,000 the K3/Forte/Cerato in the first year of sales, and increase this number to 500,000 units in 2014.

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Revealed the new-generation Kia Carens

Revealed the new-generation Kia Carens
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Before bringing the 4th generation 7-seat cars to debut at the Paris Motor Show, the Korean car company launched a few basic images on the internet and retain information.


Kia Carens turn of the 4th generation with large changes in appearance.
Also called Rondo in some markets like the U.S. and Canada, the new-generation Carens parent firms create breakthrough when the big difference compared to the current model. New design style sports.

While the Korean car company retains most of the information about the MPV, until they officially introduced in Paris, but the first photo revealed important factors.



Carens sold in two versions 5 and 7 seats.
Style, the new Carens is said to be influenced by Optima and Rio. Headlights are long claws on the back. Style grille "tiger nose" of the Kia. Rear taillights integrated shutter angle and extends horizontally. Kia said that the roof line is lower than the current Carens, but the wheels on the new Carens is larger.

Interior photo shows the new Carens own unique style in the control panel. And manufacturers say that there may still be two versions 5 and 7 seats.



The control panel also redesigned.
The new-generation Kia Carens will be available in European markets in spring 2013 and is expected to attract a new group of customers.

In Vietnam, Truong Hai Kia Carens due to assembly only the 7-seat version with different engine and gearbox, with prices starting at 554 million.

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Kia Forte launch new 3-door version

Kia Forte launch new 3-door version
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3 of the 2013 Kia Forte is due out at the upcoming Paris Motor Show and the main goal this time in Europe.

Compared with the Forte 5-door hatchback debuted in Geneva earlier this year, three door sporty version with a lot more in common with competitors Renault Megane Coupe.


The new model will be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show.
Kia did not reveal any technical details, but the 3-door is expected to have the same engine with the 5-door version. The engine is provided with two types of gasoline and diesel with 1.4-liter 99 hp and 1.6-liter 128 horsepower. Also customers prefer diesel engines will have a diesel version of the turbocharged 1.6-liter 128 horsepower. Dual-clutch automatic transmission will be equipped with options, but the 3-door version of the standard will have a manual 5-speed gearbox or 6-speed.

In addition, the European media that a high-performance version will compete with cars in its class such as the Volkswagen GTI.

After its debut at the Paris show, the 2013 Kia Forte will be available in showrooms in Europe by the middle of next year. Price will be revealed when the official launch.

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Kia GT concept - new 4-door coupe

Kia GT concept - new 4-door coupe
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Kia GT Concept with strong new designs will become opponents 4-door coupe cars like the Mercedes CLS.

4-door coupe is a daring car size will be located in the middle of Series 5 and Series 7 of BMW and considered steps highlight the importance of the line luxury car manufacturer in Korea.


Kia GT concept car of the Korean car company.
Peter Schreyer, Kia's chief design not hide her desire to have the car boasts its icon since 2006. He also made clear his desire to choose the CLS of Mecedes do for the main players.

Launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2011, Schreyer also said every company needs a typical car. The coupe market is usually dominated by the car brands from Germany, and GT will be the first official coupe Kia-like the Kia step into a new segment. This car will be the complement of the segment that Kia is empty and hope the car will attract customers in the world "

GT concept have familiar style grille, the air inlet holes modified to more attractive, rear lights will be large and bright. Vehicle's structure largely composed of wide and low design alloy GT tradition.


Kia's new models will choose rival Mercedes CLS.
This new version will be powered by a turbocharged 390-horsepower 3.3-liter V6, but a wide range of engines with lower performance are selected for the upcoming version. A fuel-saving option is the 4-cylinder gasoline engine and diesel engine turbochargers, and also has a gasoline-electric hybrid version.

To ensure sports car characterized, the shift made by the joystick behind the wheel and Kia GT Concept will use rear wheel drive system. This means that the car will use the platform of the Genesis sedan - a product of sibling Hyundai.

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Kia Soul on sale in 2013

The new-generation Kia Soul on sale in 2013
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Korean car maker plans to launch a new version of the 5-door hatchback in the second half of 2013 with global sales target of 450,000 vehicles.

According to Reuters, a senior official at Kia to reveal information in a workshop, but keep confidential what remains.


Kia Soul upgraded version of life in 2012.
The second is selling products of Kia in the U.S. market, the Soul the new generation is expected to achieve higher sales. More than 63,000 vehicles were sold in the first half of 2012.

According Autoguide, the 2014 Kia Soul is expected to have the same structure as the new Kia Rio, and uses a 1.6 liter 4-cylinder with 138 hp and torque of 167 Nm, or a 2 liter 4-cylinder engine producing 164 hp and torque of 199 Nm.

Design of a 5-door hatchback will probably keep the box design has gained much success as the first generation.

Kia Soul launched in Kia's design center in California (USA), debuted at the 2008 Paris Motor Show, manufactured in South Korea and are sold all over the world with life model 2010.

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Kia reveals next-generation Forte

Kia reveals next-generation Forte
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Korean carmakers roll up on the computer image of the small car hit shows the difference compared to the current generation.

Keeping the hood aggressive type of the current version, with new grille design style, but the next-generation Forte would be longer, wider and lower.


The new-generation Kia Forte.
Other changes include chrome borders around windows and fog lights, and redesigned the C column, similar to sample Kia Quoris (or Kia K9). Wider interior space.

Korean carmaker said Forte new generation will be sold in the domestic market by the end of this year, called K3, before appearing in other markets under the name Cerato. U.S. market is expected to pick up the 2014 Forte in the spring of 2013. The 5-door hatchback version and the 2-door coupe will appear later.



Taillights are designed larger than the current generation.
In 2011, global sales of the Forte is 445,000 vehicles. Price of Forte LX 2013 U.S. $ 16,200. Opponents of the small car is the Ford Focus, Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic.

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Kia Optima SX Limited 2013

Kia Optima SX Limited 2013 priced from $ 35,000
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Kia has introduced a rear transmission car Optima SX Limited 2013 will cost about $ 35,000 in the U.S. market.


Kia Optima SX Limited 2013 were sold in the U.S..
SX Limited version will be more eye-catching front and rear bumper, with a small rear wing chrome coated, the wheels (rims) are also chrome plated alloy with red painted brake. Mirrors are electrically adjustable outside coated with a chrome border.

The power of the car is quite impressive, with the difference compared with conventional Optima line and pressure line. SXL is provided exclusively by Kia 2.0-liter Turbo engine with 274 horsepower and 269 Nm traction. Inside, Furniture Optima wrapped a black layer nicely with other equipment, availability of systems such as heated seats, wood panel wrapped.

A television camera and Infinity sound system is also standard equipment. In addition, the only version of Optima SXL 2013 is equipped with electronic parking brake system.

Was first introduced at the Chicago show, the United States last February, Model Optima SX Limited 2013 SPECIAL present in the galleries in the United States at prices ranging from $ 35,000.

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Kia launches new Sportage KX-4

Kia launches new Sportage KX-4
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KX-4 will be the most advanced version of the Sportage with prices starting at the equivalent of $ 34,300 in Europe.


New Kia Sportage is sold widely in Europe.
Under the bonnet, the supercharged version of the 2.0 liter CRDi diesel to 181 horsepower, compared to the original's 134 hp, accelerates from 0-100 km / h in 9.4 seconds. When combined with a 6-speed manual gearbox, KX-4 reaches a maximum speed of 210 km / h, with fuel consumption of 6.1 liters per 100km and carbon emissions are 158 g / km.

The version using the automatic transmission is slightly better, but the economics are not equal, the maximum speed is 215 km / h, consumption of 7.2 litres/100km and emissions are 189g/km.

Sportage KX-4 equipped with parking sensors, keyless functions (no key), control buttons, leather seats and wheels (wheels) 18-inch, touch-screen, panoramic sunroof , air conditioning and cruise control, heated seats and standard 7 speaker stereo rig.


New interior of the Kia Sportage.
Kia Sporetage KX-4 4-wheel drive system available for the standard version is about $ 34,300, if you select Auto, the price is around $ 35,900.

With lower-level Sportage versions, 2-wheel drive transmission and 1.6-liter GDI engine will cost about $ 21,800. Sportage KX-4 began to be sold in the European market.

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Kia ​​Sorento 2014 revealed

 Kia ​​Sorento 2014 revealed
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Ending months only captures theft and car prototype form, Korean carmakers have suffered showcase photos of midsize SUV upgrade.

2nd generation Sorento has come halfway to life, and improved versions have upgraded in both design and equipment.


 Kia ​​Sorento 2014 with the differences in design, like the vertical fog lamps, instead of Tungsten in current models.
Changes in appearance occur in new-style headlamps with LED lights, redesigned tailgate and LED taillights, third-degree front and rear shock are refreshing, portrait style fog lights, alloy wheels 19 inch.

There are no interior photos of the 2014 Sorento, Kia, but stressed that the SUV will use soft plastic clusters clock with LCD display, new center console with 7 inch screen, the window wider than the sky, leather-wrapped shift lever in the automatic version.



19 inch rims. LED tail light with three-degree-shock is refreshed.
In addition, the Korean car company kept them secret things have changed in the engine compartment and only disclose that the 2014 Sorento will save more fuel with lower emissions.

2014 Kia ​​Sorento is expected to first unveiled at the Paris auto show held in September, before being sold on the market from autumn this year.

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