Kia Forte Koup, 2010

Kia Forte Koup, 2010

 

 

The Kia Forte Koup's fluid lines and balanced proportions, meant to evoke an emotional driving experience, closely mirror the powerful design cues of the concept vehicle and offer the same aggressive stance with swept-back wrap-around headlamps, aggressive air intakes and a low, sleek profile. Based on the design styling of the Kia KOUP concept vehicle.  Kia Forte Koup exudes attitude with slim, wrapped tail lights, duel exhaust outlets and a rear diffuser.
The Athleticism and convenience are standard for the Kia Forte Koup EX with body-color bumpers, power heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and 16-inch alloy wheels outfitted with P205/55R16 tires. The SX trim offers an even sportier profile with 17-inch alloy wheels paired with P215/45R17-sized premium tires.

Smooth and Sporty Ride
With a wheelbase of 104.3 inches, an overall length of 176.4 inches, an overall width of 69.5 inches and overall height of 55.1 inches, Kia Forte Koup is slightly shorter in length and height than the Forte sedan, but still boasts comfortable seating for up to five passengers. Koup's lowered stance provides better aerodynamics for those looking for a more exciting ride.

The Kia-engineered body achieves high torsional stiffness giving Kia Forte Koup better handling, smoother ride quality and greater refinement than its competitors, with a specially tuned suspension developed to optimize responsive handling on curvy roads. Additional refinements are fitted throughout to help ensure a comfortable ride with good noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) reduction qualities.
Built on a front-wheel-drive unibody frame, Kia Forte Koup utilizes the same platform as the sedan, with an independent front suspension with MacPherson struts and stabilizer bar and a torsion beam rear suspension with struts and coil springs. This combination helps provide the optimal balance of handling and comfort. An engine-speed-sensitive, power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system adds the finishing touch for precise handling to help provide the most advantageous amount of assist for varying road conditions. The SX trim also comes with a sport-tuned suspension providing for a firmer ride with reduced body roll and improved handling.

The Lively Performance
More powerful than the Honda Civic Coupe, Ford Focus Coupe or Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe, Kia Forte Koup EX is driven by a 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine, producing 156 horsepower and 144 pound-feet of torque that features Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) and multi-port electronic fuel injection, both of which provide for greater performance and fuel economy. The SX features an upgraded 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine, also with CVVT, which delivers 173 horsepower and 168 pound-feet of torque, more than the Scion tC. Expanding upon the dynamic look and feel, Kia Forte Koup's engine hums powerfully courtesy of the dual exhaust outlets outfitted on both EX and SX trims.

Like the Forte sedan, two transmission options are available for both 2010 Forte Koup models: a standard five-speed manual transmission or an optional electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission (EX models). The SX model features a standard six-speed manual transmission and an optional five-speed automatic transmission with Sportmatic.
Kia Forte Koup fuel economy is not sacrificed for sportiness, as both engines deliver at least 31 miles per gallon (highway). The 2.0-liter engine offers 25/34 mpg (city/highway) when mated with either the five-speed manual transmission or the optional four-speed automatic. Those opting for the more powerful 2.4-liter engine also can expect an economical 22/32 mpg with the six-speed manual and 23/31 when paired with the five-speed automatic transmission.

The Striking Interior
With a surprisingly spacious interior for a two-door coupe, Kia Forte Koup provides a comfortable 90.7 cubic feet of interior volume, larger than the 2009 Honda Civic Coupe, Scion tC or Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe. Driver and passengers have an impressive 38.7 inches of headroom and 43.6 inches of legroom in the front seats and 35.3 inches of headroom and 33.9 inches of legroom in the rear seats. Trips to the beach and weekend getaways will be a breeze with ample cargo space of 12.6 cubic feet, enough to accommodate luggage and belongings of all passengers.

Kia Forte Koup continues the luxury treatment with a host of standard interior features, beginning with supportive, nicely appointed sport seats outfitted with more aggressive bolsters on the seat cushion and seat back for optimal comfort. Air conditioning, a driver's seat height adjuster, adjustable rear seat headrests, tilt steering column, rear defroster, center console with dual cup holders, map lamps and variable intermittent wipers are also just some of the myriad amenities standard on every vehicle. Also standard on all models are power windows, power door locks with remote keyless entry and cruise control with steering wheel-mounted controls for added convenience.
Progressing to the SX trim offers additional standard touches such as: unique sport cloth seats with vibrant red stitching, a tilt and telescoping steering column, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, metal pedals and metal finish trim and a Supervision™ gauge cluster with trip computer further enhancing its energetic personality. Both EX and SX trims also offer an optional power moonroof.
An optional Leather Package is available for both EX and SX trims. When combined with the EX trim the Leather Package adds leather seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and heated seats. When paired with the SX trim it includes leather and heated seats in addition to the standard leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.

Standard Kia Motors Safety
The Kia Forte Koup is a class-leading level of standard safety equipment, with features such as dual front advanced airbags, front seat-mounted and side curtain airbags, four-wheel disc brakes with an antilock brake system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC) and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Kia Ceed, 2010

Kia Ceed, 2010

 

Kia Motors has released the first pictures of new Kia cee'd, revealing a much improved and updated look including the new 'family face' of the brand.

The mid-life change unusually includes sheet metal changes to the bonnet plus alterations to the bumper, grille and light clusters. There have been some enhancements to the interior too in terms of specification and design including a more intuitive centre console and upgraded audio system including Bluetooth connectivity.

New Kia cee'd will be unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show alongside two all-new Kia models.

Kia Adds Some Luxury to Facelifted Pro_Cee’d with New UK Market Version

A new high-grade version of Kia’s recently facelifted Pro_Cee’d model has been introduced in the UK. The three-door Pro_Cee’d ‘4’ comes with added standard features and is powered by the latest version of Kia’s 1.6-liter turbo diesel producing 126bhp or 13bhp more than the previous engine for a 0-60mph (96km/h) sprint time of a little over 10 seconds and a top speed of 122 mph (196 km/h).

The new Pro_Cee’d ‘4’ rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and features black bezel headlights and privacy glass. Inside, the interior has full black leather upholstery combined with front heated seats and a leather trimmed steering wheel, while other standard features include cruise control and in a first in the Cee’d range, a fully integrated Sat-Nav system with a seven inch full color touch screen system and a reversing camera.

The Pro_Cee’d 4 is available in the UK with on the road pricing of £18,495.

 

Kia Adds 256HP 2.0-liter Turbo to Sportage Range, Priced from $26,490

Kia has released details and pricing on its new turbocharged 2011 Sportage SX compact CUV, scheduled to arrive in the firm's U.S. showrooms later this month. The Sportage SX is Kia's second vehicle in the States to feature the company's 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with direct-injection technology and a twin-scroll turbocharger that delivers 256 horsepower and 264 pound-feet of peak torque.

The 2.0L Turbo is linked to a six-speed automatic transmission and is available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions. Kia said the FWD model returns 22mpg in the city (10.7 lt/100km) and 27mpg on the highway (8.7lt/100km).

In addition to the new powertrain, the Sportage SX also gets a sportier-tuned suspension with firmer shock and strut rates for improved handling over the standard versions along with several bespoke styling features such as the unique 18-inch alloy wheels and grille trim, dual exhaust, and special side sill moldings. The exterior updates are complemented by SX-specific interior appointments including standard aluminum door sills and a modified gauge cluster.

Prices for the 2011 Sportage SX start from $26,490 for the front-wheel drive (FWD) model and from $27,990 for the AWD model, with both MSRPs including a $695 destination and handling fee.

 

 

 

MODIFIKASI Kia Visto | Dukung Timnas Belanda

MODIFIKASI Kia Visto | Dukung Timnas Belanda

Artha Utama Nindya from Jakarta so lucky. Kia Visto modified by the color orange as a form of support for the Netherlands in the World Cup is not in vain. eleven and early in the final day versus Spain to win the world title in 2010.

modification Like what he did to the South Korean city car that Color red car that had been converted into three-quarters of an orange body - starting from the bottom of the door down - combined with white. In order to exactly match the color of the shirt worn Wesley Sneijder et al, Mariono from Auto Source to do it through several stages.

So, after the original paint scraped paint primer and then given puttyed and in-epoxy. Furthermore, given that silver base paint according to color orange Mariono appear. Done that, and overlaid with gold paint. The goal, in the past that gives color stripping and then closed (masking effect), just after it was painted orange color is added with xerallic to emit light when stung by the sun.

Modifications flow speed performance-oriented, no doubt his tiny car engine modif to get bursts of more power than standard. "Several years ago, this car often fall in the arena of drag race, now only for the daily," said Dede. Tuner numbers living in Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta, this does have a hobby, particularly in engine modifications, no doubt his home into a private workshop for tuning the vehicle becomes more hang out dose.

Minor Change
In the sector of foreign body, Dede purposely did not make this car full of polish. Body covered with fairly standard good quality paint. "The important body remains smooth," he continued.

Which looks rather flashy is part of the legs with Neve R13 sodoran rim with tire dressing to Sime Tyres 150/75 front and 170/50 Champiro. This step is taken so that the wheel can take the road with gusto, and handling becomes easier.
Still in the exterior sector, Dede upgrades become smoke head lamp with HID support coollight, road and weather rainy night not to drive the tiny hitch.

Doping
To spur the kitchen, it is that makes this car very different from a similar car. add doping to foster greater engine performance drived. Some parts got a touch of the hands of nimble Dede. "Engine is made non-standard, though more tightly," he said.

Ported polish head section about 0.6 mm to give a surprise performance of spontaneous and more crashing. Also re balanced crankshaft and commuted with the ideal composition for the machine to be able to jack loose. Not only that, the more serious modif engine also ended customed some parts, such as valves and clutch plates pull apart more easily also the more cihuy lauched on straight track.

Apex'i products commonly used by tuners come pinned ranging from water filters and piggyback. Is now Dede satisfied? "It's still something to be added, but later next year," he said. Engine has many aliases modif anti-"virgin", Dede still want to add a touch for traction became more wild.

Specifications:
Exterior
* Headlamp upgrade crystal n smoke
* HID coollight
* Rims: Neve R13
* Tyres Sime Tyres 150/75 (front)
champiro 170/60 (rear)
* V-kool film window

Engine
* PnP
* Papas head 0.6 mm
* Balance crankshaft
* Custom per valve
* Custom plate clutch
* Coils: Jacob ultra coil
* Air filter: Apex'i
* Piggyback: Apex'i SAFC1
* Pivot stabilizer
* Header 4-1

Interior:
* Jok synthetic leader
* Stir: MOMO
* Shift knob: Razo
* Pedal sets: Sparco

Audio
* Head unit: Pioneer 3550
* Speaker: Pinceer (2 way speakers)
* Amplifier: Johnny Monitor (5 Channel)
* Subwoofer: Fabolous 12 "

Artha not limited form of support to the body color. Try the lyrics into the cabin, the interior color is also orange and white using MB-Tech Camaro materials. Then, the stitching pattern resemble football.

Level of difficulty when sewing pattern hexagon ball model. "Create a hexagon mold first, then use machine stitched then," explained Mariono.

Display the front wheel camber angle oblique extreme, so the attention. mariono according to 18-inch alloy wheels can enter. IBHS be over-fenders, in addition to custom swing arm and sokbreker. Plate can be tilted plus 4-5 cm at the camber holder that serves as the cradle tomorrow. bottom welded to die tomorrow

SPESIFIKASI KIA Sportage First Edition | Meluncur di pasar Eropa

SPESIFIKASI KIA Sportage First Edition | Meluncur di pasar Eropa

KIA factory located in Slovakia eventually develop a new generation of five passenger SUV, KIA Sportage. This latest version will be released on 1 August in the UK. Interestingly, initial sales of the Sportage, it was started by removing the highest spec Sportage, dubbed the First Edition Version, and under the new variants released in November.

This has given the highest version of the completeness of such standards, full leather interior and dual zone climate control, and LED Daytime running lights. Not only that, the SUV is also equipped with an automatic wiper censorship rain, and size 18-inch alloy wheels

To the difference with the previous version, seen in the exterior sector. Where on the front headlamp which apply now facing upwards and taper that makes this car look more ferocious.

In addition, fog lights also follow the form of the front bumper, and no longer rely on a round fog lamps. Of course, these changes make the Sportage First Edition look more modern.

Other changes made by, the South Korean car maker, is also seen at the body, which now no longer apply the three side windows. But this latest version just apply two side windows were enlarged in size.

For the U.S. market, Kia Sportage comes in two choices, LX and EX. Both are equipped with kitchen implanted 2.4-liter DOHC four-cylinder Continuously Variable Value Timing tech. There are also technologies Gas Direct Injected (GDI), which makes power Sportage increasingly fierce.

In order to issue a power of 176 hp is not difficult for the Sportage. This power transmission system mated with 6-speed manual and automatic.

What distinguishes between types LX and EX only from the use of some accessories. For the LX uses 16-inch alloy rims combined size 215/70R16 tires, body color door handles, side mirrors adjustable side mirrors with turn signal indicators, and tinted glass.

But for the type EX is using a successful 18-inch rims combined with 235/55R18 tires. there are also additional roof rails, rear spoiler, and chrome accents on the body trim, door handles and radiator grill.

"This new Sportage retains the same functionality and flexibility than the previous generation model but these additions make this SUV more stylish, modern and totally new to help lift the Kia brand as a leader of the world of design." Sprague added

For the street in the city, a liter to 10.3 miles for distance traveled. As for the street outside the city (without jams) can achieve fuel consumption of one liter for 13.9 kilometers.

While the completeness of supporting features, Kia divide it into two types, namely LX and EX. The first type, use of alloy wheels measure 16 inches. Velg it increasingly looks sweet with a couple tires sized 215/70R16.

"Tires that used to have low levels of rolling resistance, so it is very safe. The electric rearview mirror has now been equipped with lights sein," explained the source of Kia.

While the highest type or type EX, using size 18-inch alloy wheels combined with tire size 235/55R18. In this type, grille, door handles, body trim using chrome accents. As a result luxurious look impressed.

In addition, they prepare two engine variants will be used by cars that are designed compact, modern and environmentally friendly, namely gasoline and diesel engines are also equipped with manual and automatic transmission versions.

Sportage First Edition of this popular diesel conforming to common-rail turbodiesel, with a capacity of 2000 cc CRDi, which is claimed to be producing CO2 emissions of just 156 g / km. For fuel consumption, this car can reach 25 km / liter. Unfortunately there is no official data regarding power output, and the spec engine used gasoline-fueled version.

SPESIFIKASI New Kia Pride | Hatchback

SPESIFIKASI New Kia Pride | Hatchback

If you have money to Rp 150 million and wants to have a new hatchback vehicle. With that much money, first interred intention to drive a Honda All New Jazz, Toyota Yaris, Suzuki Swift or Hyundai i20. Because, the price is still far above and closest to the official price was only i20 USD 169 million (lowest).

If it remains determined to have a hatchback, there are alternative options, namely New Kia Pride, the new-launch Wednesday (06/23/2010) yesterday in Bandung. In fact, PT Kia Motor Indonesia (KMI), the South Korean car producer in Indonesia, it provides more than 10 units for attempted dozens of reporters with the Jakarta-Bandung route to go home.

In terms of form, the New Pride with the previous model, launched in 2007 almost exactly. The difference, look at the grille design which embraces the concept of tiger nose. Attractive design coupled with its bumper fog lights and headlight sporty black bezel to match with none other than the tastes and styles of young people now.

For the interior was nothing flashy, but with two tone colors, and for entertainment there is a CD, MP3, USB, and iPod connection.

So also with the engine, still the same as previous 1400 cc DOHC 16-valve CVVT. 94 PS engine power at 6000 rpm and torque at 4700 rpm 12.7 kgm.

Although the capacity of runways same kitchen, does not mean there is no change. "Teeth ratio is more stretched, especially the second and fourth gear," explained Ridjal Hitech Marketing Communication Manager of KMI, the Kompas.com after finishing the test in one of the KIA showroom in Tebet, South Jakarta, Thursday (06/24/2010).

With a little alteration, it is clear that the New Pride is reliable enough to travel out of town. Hence, IMA invites journalists to Bandung to prove it. "Actually, this trip is more fun alone. But the main core wants to show its stability because it has a wheelbase and wheel tread a long and low ground clearance," explained Ridjal.

Benny Averdi of Automotive tabloids tell if the teeth 2 can be pulled up to 70 km. "To top speed of baseball tried, but taut ran had reached 160 km / h," explained Benny.

New Pride is available in seven color options. For the price, which transmit manually USD 145 million and Rp 158 million automatic transmissions (both on the road of Jakarta). Means, with funds in the hands of USD 150 million has been able to get a hatchback with a spacious interior space.

SPESIFIKASI KIA PRIDE Facelift

SPESIFIKASI KIA PRIDE Facelift

Shopping center of Paris Van Java (PVJ) in Jalan Sukajadi Bandung, West Java, to witness the presence of KIA Pride facelift to the automotive market homeland. KIA Pride price facelift costing USD 145 million for the version of the manual and automatic versions cost Rp 158 million.

"Presented in accordance with the demands of urban life which is always
dynamic and has a very high mobility, "said Marketing Director of PT KIA Mobil Indonesia Hartanto Sukmono in Bandung, West Java, on Wednesday (23/06/2010).

The difference with the old version, KIA Pride facelift is now carrying the latest forms and interior ekstrior more riveting. For the exterior, especially on the grille, New KIA Pride carried the concept of 'Tiger Nose' accompanied by a more box shape foglamp emitting element carrying the sporty impression.

For the interior, KIA Pride facelift now claimed more quiet. Not only that, the interior of New KIA Pride now apply the two tone color which is equipped with entertainment features such as CD player, MP3, USB and iPod.

KIA Pride facelift still use the same engine, 1400 cc DOHC
CVVT technology which can give off energy of 94 PS and torque of 12.8 kgm.

There are seven colors prepared for the New Kia Pride which is titanium silver, clear white,
clear silver, beige, red tropycal, sapphire, black minight.

And for consumer satisfaction, KIA has now longer KIA engine warranty period
Pride facelift up to five years or up to 150 thousand kilometers.

Novo Kia Cerato

O novo Kia Cerato (também conhecido como Forte em alguns paises) chaga as revendas a partir do dia 22 de agosto.


Ele vai disputar mercado com Citroën C4 Pallas, Peugeot 307 Sedan, Renault Megane, Fiat Linea, VW Bora, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla e Honda Civic, etc.

A versão de entrada do Cerato terá o preço sugerido de de 49.900 reais, e vem com câmbio manual, direção hidráulica, travamento central, vidros e retrovisores elétricos, airbag duplo, computador de bordo, rodas de liga leve aro 15’, conexão para iPod, entrada auxiliar e USB, controle remoto de rádio no volante, keyless com alarme, ar-condicionado manual e motor 1.6, de 126 cavalos.

Kia Picanto com visual mais esportivo

A Kia apresentou o novo modelo do Picanto, na Coreia do Sul.

O Morning, como Picanto é chamado por, lá ficou com uma aparência mais moderna e agressiva, teve alguns itens estéticos repaginados. Os faróis tem um desenho diferente, a grade frontal tem novo desenho, conjunto óptico com fundo escuro e novos pára-choques e novas saias laterais.

O interior ganhou materiais de melhor qualidade e uma nova combinação de cores para os revestimentos e painel de instrumentos, além de um novo volante.

E ainda foi incluído uma câmera na traseira, que mostra as imagens no espelho interno, como acontece com o Soul.

O Kia Picanto é comercializado no mercado sul-coreano com duas variantes do motor 1.0 a gasolina; uma versão de entrada com 67 cavalos e uma mais potente, com 72 cavalos de potência.

No Brasil, o Kia Picanto é vendido por R$ 35.900 na versão equipada com motor 1.0 de 61 cv e por R$ 40.900 na versão equipada com motor 1.1 de 64cv. Como o modelo vendido aqui no Brasil também é importado da Coréia, esta versão atualizada também deve ser comercializada no mercado nacional, porém não há previsão.

O sucessor do Cerato

A Kia finalmente revelou oficialmente seu novo sedã Forte, que substituirá o Cerato, modelo que é vendido atualmente no Brasil (em alguns locais é chamado de Spectra). Depois de algumas imagens “secretas”, a marca coreana apresentou a configuração definitiva do modelo.

O visual, logo de cara, dá um ponto positivo ao sedã médio, com linhas modernas mas, ao mesmo tempo, discretas. A frente, por exemplo, lembra o muito bem sucedido New Civic, da Honda. A traseira lembra o Lexus IS.

Quem gostou, mas prefere uma versão mais “ousada”, é só esperar. A Kia também revelará, no futuro, a opção cupê do modelo. Aliás, será o primeiro veículo da marca na configuração citada.

Outros detalhes, como motores e equipamentos de série, deverão ser revelados nos próximos dias, mas já de conhecimento geral que o propulsor 1.6i 16V será uma das opções. Também é esperado um de 2.0 litros e mecânicas diesel 1.6 e 2.0 CRDi, dependendo do mercado.

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