It is officially back-to-school season and Kelley Blue Book want to make sure that students everywhere are getting to their classes safely. That’s why they recently released their annual list of the 10 Best Back-to-School Cars! The vehicles on this list are selected based on attributes that KBB feels will be appealing to both students and their parents. Teens are generally more interested in getting a vehicle that they think looks cool, while their parents are more concerned with their safety. Therefore, all of the vehicles on the list are top in safety and style, and are all offered with a starting MSRP of $20,000 or less making them more affordable to the student market.
The model that claimed the number two spot on this year’s list was none other than the 2016 Kia Soul! The Soul has been a popular staple of the Kia lineup since its initial introduction and its eye-catching design and assortment of safety and convenience features it is clear why this model was included on the list. This model is offered in three trim level options, base, + (plus), and ! (exclaim) and has a starting MSRP of $15,690**. The 2016 Kia Soul is equipped with standard features that include LATCH System, Tire-Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Child-Safety Door Locks, Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags, Electronic Brake-Force Distribution, Dual Front Seat-Mounted Side Airbags, Front Seat-Belt Pretensioners, Dual Front Advanced Airbags, Side-Impact Door Beams, Front and Rear Crumple Zones, Vehicle Stability Management, ABS, Hill Start Assist Control, and Electronic Stability Control.
Stop by Destination Kia with your teen today to take a test drive in the 2016 Kia Soul and see why this model is the perfect combination of fun and function!
“10 Best Back-to-School Cars 2016 – Kelley Blue Book.” Kbb.com. N.p., 2 Aug. 2016. Web. 23 Aug. 2016. <http://www.kbb.com/car-reviews-and-news/top-10/best-back-to-school-cars-2016/2100000911/>.
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Last Days Of Our Kooky-Thon 500 Are Happening Now
The end of the Kooky-Thon 500 is drawing near, so if you want to take advantage of the incredible savings that we have available through this event then be sure to make your way over here before the end of the day on 8/31/16! I know it seems hard to believe but the end of August is less than a week away so if you are from Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury, or Kingston, NY and you are looking to get yourself behind the wheel of a new Kia then now is the time to shop at Destination Kia.
Until the end of the month, we will provide 3 Years of Oil Changes & 3 Years of Car Washes included with the lease or purchase of a new Kia vehicle from our dealership! Thats right three whole years of oil changes and car washes for free when you get your next Kia from us! If this deal sounds great to you then head on over to Destination Kia as soon as possible. Like we said this offer ends on 8/31/16 so stop by now before this offer ends!
2017 Kia Sportage Test Drive with MotorWeek
The 2017 Kia Sportage offers a redesigned look and feel to this incredible Kia SUV for drivers that take advantage of life’s adventures. The Sportage was one of the first Kia vehicles to be released in the U.S and over the years it has evolved from a basic 4-wheel drive vehicle to the stylish and sophisticated SUV that it is today. MotorWeek took the 2017 Sportage out for a test drive to get a feel for what this latest 4th generation version has to offer.
From the start, MotorWeek was impressed with the redesigned look that offers a more sleek look that grabs your attention right from the start. The interior doesn’t disappoint either with premium features and materials especially on the higher trim level options. They also found the interior to be roomy and comfortable for both front and reach passengers and they appreciated the convenience of the numerous technology features. In terms of performance, this model offered noticeably smooth drivability and efficiency that kept them traveling happily behind the wheel of this all-new model.
Watch the video below to hear all the details and stop by Destination Kia for a test drive in the 2017 Kia Sportage today!
Special Offers Available At Destination Kia
If you live near Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, and Kingston, NY and you have been thinking of getting yourself behind the wheel of a 2016 Kia Forte, Optima, Sportage, Sorento, or Rio then you should take a look through all of our current New Vehicle Specials. We update these offers each month and right now there are some incredible options available until 8/31/16 and we invite you to look through all of them today. If you see an offer that you wish to learn more about stop into Destination Kia where our sales team will be happy to answer all of your questions.
2017 Kia Forte Page Coming Soon
The exciting, efficient, and stylish 2017 Kia Forte sedan is one that Destination Kia is sure our customers from Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury, and Kingston, NY will love. From its stylish exterior to roomy interior and first-rate technologies we know that this is a vehicle that has a lot to offer. To learn even more about the details of this all-new vehicle you will want to read through the new Research & Review page that we will be releasing soon. This page will be filled with all of the details that we know you will want to know such as trim levels, engine and transmission options, safety features, convenience features, and much more.
Kia Motors America Announces July Sales
For the sixth time in seven months Kia Motors America (KMA) has set a new sales record with their best-ever performance in July. Overall, sales for last month were up 6.5 percent reaching a final monthly total of 59,969 units. Several of the brands models also reported double-digit increases over their sales from July of last year.
“Showroom traffic and sales have shot up over the last six weeks since J.D. Power recognized Kia as the highest scoring nameplate in the industry for initial quality and bestowed four APEAL awards to our world-class offerings in some of the largest and most competitive segments,” said Michael Sprague, chief operating officer and EVP, KMA. “With the market cooling and customers looking for smart choices, these recent accolades reflect the satisfaction of our owners – many of whom are new to the Kia brand – and help strengthen our position as so much more than simply a value leader.”
July Totals:
- Sales of the Cadenza totaled 335 units
- Sales of the Sedona were up 37 percent with 5,037 units
- Sales of the Rio were up 50 percent with 3,331 units
- Sales of the Sportage were up 53 percent with 8,111 units
- Sales of the Soul totaled 13,157 units
- Sales of the Forte were up 31 percent with 10,303 units
- Sales of the Sorento were up 1 percent with 9,749 units
- Sales of the Optima totaled 9,780 units
“KIA MOTORS AMERICA ANNOUNCES RECORD JULY SALES.” Kia Media. N.p., 2 Aug. 2016. Web. 08 Aug. 2016. <http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11591/kia-motors-america-announces-record-july-sales7>.
AutoPacific Recognizes Kia Optima & Sedona
2016 Sedona SX Limited
2016 Optima SXL 2.0 turbo
Not one, but two vehicles from Kia Motors America (KMA) were named the winners of their segments in the 2016 Ideal Vehicle Awards (IVA) from AutoPacific. The 2016 Optima was selected as the winner in the midsize car category while the 2016 Sedona was selected as the winner in the minivan category.
“We are proud that our vehicles have exceeded the expectations of our customers and that AutoPacific has recognized the Optima and Sedona for the second time this summer with the Ideal Vehicle Awards,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president of product planning, Kia Motors America. “Kia is constantly evolving and finding ways to suit the needs and wants of our customers. We are thrilled to see the incredibly high level of satisfaction our customers are experiencing with our vehicles.”
The IVAs from AutoPacific are conducted based on the responses from new vehicle owners who evaluate their overall satisfaction and opinions of their vehicles after the first 90 days of ownership. For this year’s awards more than 65,000 owners of new 2015 and 2016 vehicles from a variety of manufacturers participated in the survey. The owners evaluated their vehicles within 15 key categories such as safety features, ride and handling, technology, interior storage, and power and acceleration.
“KIA OPTIMA AND SEDONA EARN AUTOPACIFIC’S 2016 IDEAL VEHICLE AWARDS.” Kia Media. N.p., 2 Aug. 2016. Web. 03 Aug. 2016. <http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11586/kia-optima-and-sedona-earn-autopacifics-2016-ideal-vehicle-awards>.
J.D. Power has released the results of their 2016 Initial Quality Study™ (IQS) and for the first time in 27 years the highest ranking brand was a non-luxury brand. The highest-ranking brand was none other than Kia Motors, earning this spot by achieving the highest initial quality score for the entire automotive industry. Additionally, the 2016 Kia Soul and 2016 Kia Sportage were named the highest ranking vehicles in their individual segments. The results of the IQS are determined by measuring the overall satisfaction reported by new-vehicle owners following the first 90 days of ownership. The owners report any issues with their models and J.D Power calculates a score for each model based on the number of problems reported for every 100 vehicles (PP100). Modeled with a lower PP100 are given a higher rating.
“Manufacturers are currently making some of the highest quality products we’ve ever seen,” said Renee Stephens, vice president of U.S. automotive quality at J.D. Power. “Tracking our data over the past several years, it has become clear that automakers are listening to the customer, identifying pain points and are focused on continuous improvement. Even as they add more content, including advanced technologies that have had a reputation for causing problems, overall quality continues to improve.”
For the second straight year, the 2016 Kia Soul topped the Compact MPV segment with a score of 72 PP100. Additionally, this model was also the highest-ranking vehicle for the entire Kia lineup and is now ranked among the 10 highest-scoring vehicles for the whole automotive industry.
For the third time in four years the Kia Sportage received the highest ranking in the small SUV segment with a score of 85 PP100. This model had the least amount of design issues reported for its segment and saw significant improvement in problems reported for Audio/Communication/Entertainment/Navigation.
“Kia.” J.D. Power. N.p., 22 June 2016. Web. 01 Aug. 2016. <http://www.jdpower.com/microsites/kia/home>.
2017 Kia Cadenza Coming Soon Page Released
The 2017 Kia Cadenza will be making its way to our dealership soon but while we wait, we wanted to offer our customers from Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, and Kingston, NY some information about what they can expect once this all-new vehicle arrives. We have now released a Coming Soon page for this vehicle that will allow you to learn a bit about some of the new design, performance, and technology elements that will be included on this all-new model once it is released. This page is now available under our “Model Lineup” tab so be sure to read through it and then keep your eye out for the release of more information about this all-new model.
If you are thinking about getting yourself into a brand new 2016 Kia Forte, Optima, Soul, or Sorento, make sure to make your way over to Destination Kia before the end of the weekend, to take advantage of our New Vehicle Specials for these models. All of the specials we have are only available until 7/31/16 so you want to be sure you don’t miss out. To learn more about the details of each offer visit our New Specials Page. Check them all out today and then make your way to see us over here at 760 Central Ave Albany, NY 12206!
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