And Kia has been winning accolades from owners and the automotive press with its newest offerings. The Sorento has won award after award
in every market it sells in, while the Spectra has followed a similar pattern. Many, including myself, consider the Sportage, along with its Hyundai Tucson cousin, two of the best compact SUVs in the segment, so it would come as a major surprise if the Magentis wasn't equally good.
"With the Magentis launch, we will have competitive models in the A, B, C and D-segments as well as the MPV and SUV sectors, maintaining the momentum of our rapid growth and our ability to attract more and more new customers," added Kim. "With every new Kia model we have also demonstrated the growing 'Power to Surprise' of our developing global brand."
The new Magentis will be shown in the metal on September 13, at the Frankfurt International Motor Show.
Preliminary Specifications:
Price Range (estimated MSRP): $21,000 - $28,000
Body Type: 4-door sedan
Layout: front engine, FWD
Base Engine (estimated): 162-hp, 164 lb-ft of torque, 2.4L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
Optional Engine (estimated): 172-hp, 181 lb-ft of torque, 2.7L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
Transmission (estimated): 5-spd manual (optional 4-spd auto with manual mode, 5-spd auto with manual mode)
Brakes (estimated front/rear): disc/drum (opt rear disc, ABS)
Curb Weight (estimated): 1,430 - 1,569 kg (3,153 - 3,459 lbs)
Seating Capacity: 5
Cargo Volume (estimated trunk): 462 L (16.3 cu ft)
Fuel Economy (estimated city/hwy): 9.6 / 6.3 L/100 km (base 4-cylinder)
Warranty (mo/km): 60/100,000 comprehensive
Direct Competitors: Buick Allure / Lucerne, Chevrolet Epica / Malibu / Impala, Chrysler Sebring / 300, Dodge Charger, Ford Taurus / Five Hundred, Honda Accord, Mazda6, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Altima / Maxima, Pontiac G6 / Bonneville, Subaru Legacy, Suzuki Verona, Toyota Camry / Avalon, Volkswagen Jetta / Passat
Web Site: www.kia.ca
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| The new Magentis will be shown in the metal on September 13, at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. (Photo: Kia Canada) |
"With the Magentis launch, we will have competitive models in the A, B, C and D-segments as well as the MPV and SUV sectors, maintaining the momentum of our rapid growth and our ability to attract more and more new customers," added Kim. "With every new Kia model we have also demonstrated the growing 'Power to Surprise' of our developing global brand."
The new Magentis will be shown in the metal on September 13, at the Frankfurt International Motor Show.
Preliminary Specifications:
Price Range (estimated MSRP): $21,000 - $28,000
Body Type: 4-door sedan
Layout: front engine, FWD
Base Engine (estimated): 162-hp, 164 lb-ft of torque, 2.4L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
Optional Engine (estimated): 172-hp, 181 lb-ft of torque, 2.7L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
Transmission (estimated): 5-spd manual (optional 4-spd auto with manual mode, 5-spd auto with manual mode)
Brakes (estimated front/rear): disc/drum (opt rear disc, ABS)
Curb Weight (estimated): 1,430 - 1,569 kg (3,153 - 3,459 lbs)
Seating Capacity: 5
Cargo Volume (estimated trunk): 462 L (16.3 cu ft)
Fuel Economy (estimated city/hwy): 9.6 / 6.3 L/100 km (base 4-cylinder)
Warranty (mo/km): 60/100,000 comprehensive
Direct Competitors: Buick Allure / Lucerne, Chevrolet Epica / Malibu / Impala, Chrysler Sebring / 300, Dodge Charger, Ford Taurus / Five Hundred, Honda Accord, Mazda6, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Altima / Maxima, Pontiac G6 / Bonneville, Subaru Legacy, Suzuki Verona, Toyota Camry / Avalon, Volkswagen Jetta / Passat
Web Site: www.kia.ca
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