Birchwood Kia Blog

Sorento to hit the lot in February 2010
This February is going to be a very exciting for us here at the dealership for a couple of reasons. Number one the Sorento is going to be arriving in the second week of the month. We are expecting to get about 8-17 models with a good selection, we are expecting 4 cyl, V6 and a few 4WD units, and some luxury models as well.  The 2011 Sorento is getting some grate reviews and we are so excited to experience the latest creation from kia.

Forte 5?
Also I have been hearing that Kia is going to produce a 5 door version of the Forte but I have been looking all over the internet and have found nothing to support the clams of the Forte 5.  However if allegations are true the hatchback version of the Forte will be a perfect for customers looking for more space.

10 Anniversary Sportage
The new and improved Sportage will be landing this spring and will be welcome with open arms. But don’t overlook the 2010 Sportage as you can get a 10 year anniversary edition with navigation, heated seats, sun roof, colour keyed mirrors and door handles, fender flares and side moldings. There really hasn’t been a better time to purchase a Sportage. Call or come down to the dealership. 204-667-9993

Blog by
Dain White

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Revealing the final shape of the forthcoming Kia premium sedan.

Kia has released the first batch of official renderings showcasing the forthcoming premium Kia sedan. We have first seen Kia VG at the Seoul Auto Show earlier this year, where it made its first public debut. Called Kia KND-5, the concept boasted a dynamic and very attractive exterior appearance that reflected the shape and style of the forthcoming production car.

The released renderings showcase the new premium sedan, with Kia’s family-look radiator grille and shining LED-running lights. According to the official press release, Kia VG sedan sits on 18-inch tires wrapping the attractively styled aluminum alloy-wheels. The sedan also sports side mirrors and tail-lights with integrated LED technology.

The upcoming Kia VG will share its front-wheel-drive platform with next-generation Hyundai Azera. It will be available with fuel-efficient 2.4L gasoline direct injected -GDI four-cylinder gasoline engine with estimated power of 200 hp and a 3.5L V6 Lambda with 277 horsepower. Kia VG is also rumoured to be available with 2.7L V6 and 2.7L LPi engines.

The premium VG sedan will go on sale in South Korean market shortly after it makes it’s official debut, scheduled for November 2009. Good news is also that the model will also be exported to North American market in early 2010, where it will likely replace the ageing Amanti sedan. We expect to see official North American VG premiere to happen at the 2010 North American International Auto Show -NAIAS.

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2011 Kia Sorento Will Be First Vehicle Produced at New Georgia Plant

August 19, 2009
By Zach Gale

Later this year, the 2011 Sorento midsize SUV will be the first vehicle to be produced at Kia’s plant in West Point, Georgia.

For Kia’s sake, we hope that happens sooner than later: current-generation Sorento sales were 802 in July, about 75% the pace of last July. That’s down from 1189 in June 2009 and 1701 in May 2009.

The 2011 Sorento’s monocoque structure should help, as should the updated interior and improved powertrains. A 174 hp, 188 lb-ft 2.4L four-cylinder will be standard with a 3.5L V-6 producing 277 hp and 247 lb-ft optional. A third-row seat will be available, but we’re guessing the Sorento’s improved fuel economy will matter more to most potential buyers of SUVs in this crowded segment.

Currently, the price difference between a Kia Sportage and Sorento is less than $2000 — we wouldn’t be surprised to see the next Sportage move just a tad upmarket to better fill the space in the middle of the upcoming Sportage and full-size Borrego. Should see the 2011 Sorento hit the North American market in the spring of 2010.