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>.
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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!
2016 Kia Optima Named A KBB.com Best Buy
Destination Kia already knew that the 2016 Kia Optima was an incredible vehicle and one that we knew our customers from Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury, or Kingston, NY would love for its incredible design, spacious interior, and long list of standard features. Now, we are pleased to tell you that the impressive qualities of the 2016 Optima have been validated even more thanks to Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com. The company has announced their annual Best Buy Awards and this vehicle was selected as the top model in the midsize car segment!
The 12 winners included on this annual list are determined by KBB.com following a year-long evaluation process through which they collected and compared data from over 300 new-car models. From that initial list, the vehicles were narrowed down to 49 finalists and then the 12 overall winners for each segment were chosen. Each winner represents the vehicle in that segment that KBB.com feels is the best overall option for new car buyers.
“The all-new 2016 Optima has matured in all the right ways, from the European sport-sedan design to the premium interior materials to its vastly improved ride and handling,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning KMA. “To be recognized by the experts at Kelley Blue Book as a Best Buy among some of the toughest competition in the industry is a true honor and strong indication that the all-new Optima is poised to continue its sales success and the ongoing elevation of the Kia brand.”
Read our 2016 Kia Optima Research & Review page to learn more about the details of this award-winning vehicle and then stop by 760 Central Ave Albany, NY 12206 for a test drive.
“2016 Kia Optima Earns Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com Best Buy Award.” PR Newswire. N.p., 12 Nov. 2015. Web. 20 July 2016. <http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2016-kia-optima-earns-kelley-blue-books-kbbcom-best-buy-award-300178178.html>.
Kia Motors America (KMA) has announced yet another update to their UVO platform which will include free Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ software updates that will be available on eligible vehicles that have the compatible navigation system or UVO3 systems. All customers with vehicles that are eligible for the free upgrade will be notified through email by the end of this month. They will then be directed to myuvo.com to check vehicle eligibility and find a step-by-step set of instructions on how to download the software to their vehicle. You must be regisetered at myuvo.com in order to receive the notification about this update.
“With the advanced growth of telematics and infotainment systems, Kia is excited to offer to more of our customers the opportunity to have the latest software update for their vehicle free of charge via myuvo.com,” said Henry Bzeih, Managing Director Connected & Mobility Services, KMA. “Providing CarPlay® and Android Auto™ to a greater number of vehicles in our lineup will revitalize our current owners’ systems with an additional element of convenience while maximizing the benefits of connectivity.”
The Vehicles that will be eligible for these new updates include:
- Forte (MY17)
- Optima (MY15-16)
- Optima Hybrid (MY15-16)
- Sedona (MY15-16)
- Soul (MY14-16)
- Soul EV (MY15-16)
- Sorento (MY16)
- Sportage (MY17)
“KIA MOTORS AMERICA EXPANDS OFFER OF FREE APPLE CARPLAY® AND ANDROID AUTO™ SOFTWARE UPDATES TO GROWING LINE OF VEHICLES.” Kia Media. N.p., 19 July 2016. Web. 19 July 2016. <http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11562/kia-motors-america-expands-offer-of-free-apple-carplay-and-android-auto-software-updates-to-growing>.
2017 Kia Sorento Earns Top Safety Pick + Rating
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has given the 2017 Kia Sorento a Top Safety Pick + rating. This all-new mid-size SUV earned this highest-possible rating thanks to its impressive performance in the IIHS crashworthiness tests and the addition of a new optional automatic braking system.
The 2017 Sorento earned “good” ratings in each of the five tests which include the small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraint tests. The available automatic braking system also earned a “superior” rating to help clinch this highest-possible safety rating.
When the vehicle is equipped with the available system it was able to avoid a collision when tested out on the 12 mph and 25 mph track tests.
“These results are a clear indication that Kia places a high priority on safety by offering advanced crash avoidance technologies and enhancing vehicle structure through the use of advanced high-strength steel,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning, KMA. “We are proud that the Sorento received strong ratings across the board, and having earned the prestigious TSP+ award bolsters our strong safety record and the integrity of our products.”
A few of the driver-assistance systems that are available on the 2017 Kia Sorento include Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Parking Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking, High-Beam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Advanced Smart Cruise Control, HID headlights with Dynamic Bending Light technology, and Blind Spot Detection.
“2017 KIA SORENTO ACHIEVES TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS RATING FROM THE INSURANCE INSTITUTE FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY.” Kia Media. N.p., 18 July 2016. Web. <http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11560/2017-kia-sorento-achieves-top-safety-pick-plus-rating-from-the-insurance-institute-for-highway-safet>.
“Kia Sorento Earns Top Safety Pick+ Award.” IIHS.org. N.p., 14 July 2016. Web. 15 July 2016. <http://www.iihs.org/iihs/news/desktopnews/kia-sorento-with-new-autobrake-system-earns-top-safety-pick-award
The 2017 Kia Forte is expected to be arriving to dealerships sometime later this summer and we are now excited to tell our customers that this vehicle has earned a Five-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
This is the highest-possible rating that a vehicle can earn from the NHTSA and results are based on the vehicle’s performance in each of their crashworthiness tests. The 2017 Kia Forte earned this top rating by receiving four stars in the front and rollover crash tests and five stars in the side crash test.
The 2017 Kia Forte is equipped with a number of standard safety features that include electronic stability control, six airbags, traction control, antilock brakes, and brake assist. A few of the options safety features available for this model include a blind-spot detection system, lane keeping assist, autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and rear cross-traffic alert.
Be sure to keep checking back here for more information on the arrival of the 2017 Kia Forte here at Destination Kia.
“2017 Kia Forte Earns Five-Star Safety Rating From NHTSA | Edmunds.com.”Edmunds. N.p., 5 July 2016. Web. 12 July 2016. <http://www.edmunds.com/car-news/2017-kia-forte-earns-five-star-safety-rating-from-nhtsa.html>.
Kia Motors America Announces June Sales
Kia Motors America (KMA) has announced their best first-half sales results in company history with total sales with an increase of 5.6 percent over last year totalling 328,327 units sold so far this year. Additionally, they set a new monthly sales record for the fifth time in six months with sales increasing 15.6 percent to reach 62,572 units.
“No auto brand has experienced greater growth over the last 20 years than Kia, and J.D. Power’s IQS announcement boosted our momentum with huge increases in online and showroom traffic,” said Michael Sprague, chief operating officer and EVP, KMA. “By every measure, the ‘New Kia’ is an elite automaker and one of the industry’s greatest success stories.”
Kia Sales Results:
- Rio sales increased 116 percent with 5,238 units
- Forte sales increased 16 percent with 7,907 units
- Optima sales totaled 9,180 units
- Cadenza sales totaled 203 units
- Sportage sales increased 141 percent with 8,549 units
- Sorento sales increased 35 percent with 12,118 units
- Sedona sales increased 5 percent with 5,823 units
- Soul sales increased 3.3 percent with 12,229 units
“RECORD JUNE POWERS KIA MOTORS AMERICA TO BEST-EVER FIRST HALF SALES.” Kia Media. N.p., 1 July 2016. Web. 07 July 2016. <http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11542/record-june-powers-kia-motors-america-to-best-ever-first-half-sales>.
Find Out All About 2017 Kia Sorento
Looking for information on the 2017 Kia Sorento? If so, you’re in luck, Destination Kia has just released a new Research & Review page. This page is filled with everything that you need to know about this incredible new SUV so you can feel confident when you arrive for your test drive. Find out some of the facts from this page below and view our full page for a more in-depth look at the 2017 Sorento.
The L, LX, LX V6, EX, EX V6, SX V6, and the SX Limited V6 are the seven trim level options that the 2017 Kia Sorento is available in. There are three different engine options available depending on the trim along with a variety of different safety and convenience features, A few of these features are Vehicle Stability Management, Electronic Brake-Force Distribution, ABS, Remote Keyless Entry, Rear-Camera Display, Heated Front Seats, Front Fog Lights, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, UVO eServices with Navigation, and Advanced Smart Cruise Control.
Happy 4th of July From Destination Kia!
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