Kia donates $100,000 to Make-A-Wish International

Kia Motors, official sponsor of Euro 2012, is donating US$100,000 to its selected charity, Make-A-Wish International. The automaker has also invited six children to serve as official ball carriers during the matches in Poland and Ukraine.

"Make-A-Wish International is thrilled to be Kia's selected charity and know that our wish children are very excited to take part in UEFA EURO 2012," said Jon Stettner, president and chief executive officer of Make-A-Wish International. "A wish come true helps children feel stronger, more energetic and more willing and able to battle their life-threatening medical conditions. All the children attending are an example of the strength given through a granted wish. This opportunity offers a wonderful way for our wish children and Kia to take part in celebrating our mission and love for football together!"

Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. The Quebec chapter will host its sixth annual Ride for Wishes event at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montreal from September 14th to 16th, 2012 and Auto123.com will enter three teams of riders.

Thank You Bob for the kind remarks!

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Hi John,

 

We had been looking around for a new vehicle for about 2 weeks. We thought that a Santa Fe or a Tucson would be our choice. I stopped at several Hyundai Dealers (Quad Cities and Dubuque) test drove them and was quite satisfied with the vehicles. I was about to buy a blue Santa Fe which was sitting on the lot here in Dubuque, (with the towing package I was looking for) but found that the trade-in value for my Infinity was lower that I expected.  I wanted my wife to see the vehicle before purchasing it and left with his offer in hand.

 

I decided to take a quick look at what Kia had to offer and found myself parked in your lot near a few Sorrentos. I got out to see the sticker prices and while I was checking them out and was startled by a soft voice behind me asking if they could be of any assistance. April was actually the first real salesperson I had encountered on my quest. She took the time to ask me the right questions to determine what my needs were. On our test drive she was extremely personable and probed a bit further and took the time to build a friendly relationship. When we arrived back at the dealership she had my SUV appraise and provided me with options in vehicles and financing. While the numbers were being run she introduced me to the service manager and the person that sets up the service appointments. All that was left was to make a decision on what car to buy and I arranged for my wife to test drive them the next day. Our intent on arriving the next day (Saturday) was to make a decision on which car to purchase and do the paper work on Monday (I should have known better), but we found ourselves driving home in our new car. April is the "real deal", a professional salesperson and I should know, I have been in sales and marketing most of my professional life and have trained hundred of salespeople in consultative and relationship selling. She earned my business and based on my experience so far, I'll highly recommend Mike Finnin Motors to my friends and tell them to give April a call. You are fortunate to have her on your staff!!

 

Blessings,

Bob

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New Kia Rio5 impresses with 40 mpg, spunk and price

Kia Rio5’s pricing is about as good as it gets for a small hatchback. Ditto on mpg.

In fact, the redesigned Rio hatchback is quite competitive on all fronts. It’s even fun to drive in both manual and automatic form.

Rio5 replaced the Cinco for the 2006 model year.

Just as the Rio was a leap from its predecessor, the 2012 model makes strides on all fronts. For example, it joins the growing number of small all-gas vehicles that boast up to 40 miles per gallon on the highway and 30 around town.

At the same time, horsepower jumps from 110 to 138. That helps make the little Kia fun to drive. It’s not fast, but even with the six-speed automatic transmission, it’s feels spunky and is quieter and smoother than some more expensive 4-cylinders.

There are now three trim levels; the stripped-down base model no longer is available. The entry-level LX starts at $14,250. It comes with air conditioning, power mirrors, rear spoiler, rear windshield wiper, cargo cover, split-folding rear seats, tilt-steering wheel, a full lineup of safety equipment, Kia’s long warranty, and audio system with CD player, MP3 and satellite radio capability, and steering-wheel controls.

Moving from the 6-speed manual transmission to the automatic costs $1,100, but does not change mpg ratings.

In addition to the upgraded EX model, sportier looks and handling are available in the SX. Options include Kia’s UVO voice-controlled infotainment system, navigation with real-time traffic data, push-button starter, leather and heated seats.

The second-generation Rio5 is a little longer, wider and lower than the 2011. I was pleasantly surprised at how far the driver’s bucket scoots back. There are six rather than last year’s eight ways to adjust the seat, but the procedure is much easier.

As long as you don’t recline the seatback all the way, there is enough leg room in back for an average adult. Rio helps compensate for its subcompact size with a deep cargo bay, which means there is a small step up if you fold down the rear seats.

Another improvement for 2012 is the interior, which takes on a higher-quality look in addition to its functional setup. Materials are softer to the touch and nicely grained. I’m not wild about the long dash, though.

Federal crash test results are not yet available, but i'm hoping the Rio can improve on its previous generation’s score 3 of 5 stars for rear side impacts.

The Rio also comes as a sedan, starting at the same price and with the same fuel stats. As with most hatchbacks, Rio5 looks jazzier than the sedan, and the format is a little handier. The trade-off comes with the wide C pillar framing the hatch, which cuts into rear vision.

Kia also offers the larger Forte coupe and hatchback and the boxy Soul.

Kia Rio5

Subcompact hatchback

Base price: $14,250

MPG range: 30/40

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: Not yet rated; www.safercar.gov

Web: www.kia.com

Competitors: Chevrolet Sonic, Ford Fiesta, Honda Fit, Hyundai Accent, Mazda2, Nissan Versa, Scion xD, Kia Forte, Suzuki SX4, Toyota Yaris

Bottom line: Improvements all around puts Rio5 on shopping short list

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2012 Kia Soul Ranked Highest in Initial Quality Study By J.D. Power and Associates

From breakthrough advertising to runaway sales success, the Kia Soul has made quite a splash since entering the marketplace in 2009, and today the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Initial Quality Study (IQS) ranked the popular urban passenger vehicle highest in initial quality in the compact multi-purpose vehicle segment. The study captures feedback from owners after 90 days of purchase in two distinct categories: quality of design and quality of production. Refreshed for the 2012 model year, the Kia Soul was fine-tuned with a significant number of technological, powertrain and style enhancements, and consumers have responded with sales up more than 22 percent through the first five months of the year.

"Kia Motors is dedicated to building world-class, high quality vehicles, and the Soul's recognition in the automotive industry's authoritative study on quality is the latest example of Kia's maturity and momentum in the U.S. market," said B.M. Ahn, group president and CEO, Kia Motors America (KMA) and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "The Soul signaled the beginning of Kia's design-led transformation when it launched in 2009, and it continues to be one of our most popular vehicles, attracting new consumers to the Kia brand with its eye-catching design and outstanding record of quality, dependability and reliability and playing a vital role in Kia becoming the fastest-growing automotive brand in the U.S."

In the study, the Kia Soul was honored as the highest-ranking model in the compact multi-purpose vehicle segment, while the Kia brand made significant advancements with gains that outpaced the industry average. The annual report includes 233 vehicle models and measures attributes across eight categories, including the driving experience, engine and transmission, and a broad range of quality problem symptoms reported by vehicle owners.

About the 2012 Soul
Refreshed for the 2012 model year, the Kia Soul has been fine-tuned with a significant number of technological, powertrain and style enhancements. The 2012 Soul delivers class-leading horsepower[2] and significantly improved fuel efficiency of up to 35 miles per gallon (mpg)[3] on the highway. Kia Motors' hatchback remains a class-leading value[4] with the lowest starting price of its competitive set at $13,900 MSRP

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