2012 Kia Rio EX Leads Subcompact Segment, Says Consumer Reports

If you're like many new car buyers, you're likely feeling the squeeze of rising gas prices and focusing your attention on the efficient subcompact segment. We can't deny there are a lot of cars to choose from. But, of all the options out there, there is just one that warrants serious consideration: the 2012 Kia Rio EX.

Sitting at the top of Consumer Report's recent subcompact car ranking, the new Kia Rio EX offers superb handling, smooth transmission, sharp braking, practical fuel economy, and an envious suite of features. And it's not just the critics…

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The Kia Rio Makes Big Improvements

The Kia Rio, that you can find at Kia of Waldorf - 3188 Crain Highway Waldorf, MD 20603, has always been the South Korean auto brand's most cost-efficient car. The good news is that the Rio lately has been overwhelmingly impressive in several other areas as well. For 2012, the Kia Rio has been redesigned completely, and now it's completely improved with more room and style through and through. Plus, more have started to take notice. Consumer Reports recently ranked the Rio as its top pick for subcompact sedan, above the Chevy Sonic and the Hyundai Accent.

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The New 2012 Kia Sportage is Now Better than Ever

The Kia Sportage made it's first appearance in the US 15 years ago, and it was a shake one. But since then, it has undergone many great improvements. Now, we can say with confidence that the 2012 Kia Sportage is better than it ever has been. The Sportage is one of the most stylish and well-rounded compact crossover SUVs on the market, and it's available right here at Kia of Waldorf, conveniently  located at 3188 Crain Highway Waldorf, MD 20603.

2012 Kia Sportage Specs

- General observations: tons of premium features, user-friendly controls, fun to drive, appealing exterior and…
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All-New Kia Cadenza Slated to Hit Kia of Waldorf, this Summer

You may not have heard, but the award-winning Kia lineup will be growing to 13 vehicles this summer with the addition of the much anticipated Cadenza sedan.

We're not even out of winter yet and already drivers from the greater Waldorf area are asking Kia of Waldorf about it. In assuming there are just as many drivers from Waldorf who have the same questions, but aren't necessarily asking them, Kia of Waldorf has decided to bring you a brief overview.

Designed especially to replace the late Kia Amanti, the new Kia Cadenza is a fusion of late-breaking technology…

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500,000th Kia Vehicle Speeds Out of Georgia Factory

One of the best aspects of Kia vehicles is that many of the most popular models are built right here in the United States. Take the West Point, Georgia Kia manufacturing facility. This Southern facility builds the 2012 Kia Sorento Crossover SUV and the Kia Optima midsize sedan. Recently, the factory produced its 500,000th vehicle- a Snow White Pearl Kia Optima SX.

Byung Mo Ahn, CEO of Kia Motors America, explains the importance of this milestone, stating, "Building 500,000 vehicles in just over two years is quite a milestone for our first U.S. manufacturing plant to accomplish…

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KIA Takes Top Spot In Least Expensive Brand To Own: Kelley Blue Book


KIA Takes Top Spot In Least Expensive Brand To Own: Kelley Blue Book


While initial price is always a prime issue in any new-vehicle purchase decision, the ultimate "best deal" also entails factoring in a number of other significant elements that can have an equally meaningful impact on long-term out-of-pocket expenses. To help bring those big picture details into sharper focus, Kelley Blue Book, the world's most experienced and trusted automotive pricing organization, calculates and integrates data from eight different categories to come up with real-world bottom-line figure that allows for direct comparisons to be made over a five-year…
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KIA of Waldorf supports Children's National Medical Center with life-saving blood donations

KIA of Waldorf supports Children's National Medical Center with life-saving blood donations

Washington, DC- On Thursday, February 16th, KIA of Waldorf will host a blood drive to benefit Children's National. The blood drive will be held from 10 am to 2:30 pm at 3188 Crain Hwy in Waldorf, Maryland. 

Children's National relies on lifesaving blood donors to treat premature babies, patients requiring surgery, and those receiving treatment for cancer and…

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Safety & Convenience Becomes Elevated by Kia with Second-Gen UVO Service

Kia has been on a hot streak as of late and it only continues in 2012 by the introduction of the second-generation UVO eService. After debuting at the 2012 Consumer Electrics Show, the eService promised a lot of add-ons, which compete not only with the telematics services offered by some of its closest competitors, but those offered by luxury brands as well.

Kia has been on a hot streak as of late and it only continues in 2012 by the introduction of the second-generation UVO eService. After debuting at the 2012 Consumer Electrics Show, the eService promised a lot of…

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Kia Shows Off First-Ever Production EV in Vegas

Just recently, Kia showed off their first pure-electric production vehicle as well as a brand-new, zero-emissions concept vehicle for the 2012 Consumer Electronics show in Las Vegas, NV. The new production EV is going to be called the Kia Ray, while the zero-emissions concept vehicle is named the Kia Naimo. Even better, both vehicles are engineered with leading-edge lithium polymer battery packs.

The Kia Ray will be fitted with a 50-kW electric motor as well as the previously mentioned polymer battery. The Ray can drive for up to 86 miles on a single charge. What's more impressive is that…

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KIA RACING CAPTURES SECOND STRAIGHT PODIUM FINISH AT DAYTONA

KIA RACING CAPTURES SECOND STRAIGHT PODIUM FINISH AT DAYTONA
Andy Lally and Nic Jönsson Co-Pilot the No. 10 Infinity Audio Forte Koup to a Second Place Finish in Season Opening Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge Race

  • 2.5 hour endurance race culminates with a near photo finish as Kia Racing begins defense of its 2011 Team and Driver championships in the ST class
  • Andy Lally sets new Street Tuner qualifying record and earns Kia's first road racing pole
  • IRVINE, Calif., January 31…

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