
Outrun Ordinary in the new KIA Rio
Latest version of Kia’s popular B-segment model, one of the brand’s global best-sellers Progressive exterior design and modern cabin with ‘floating’ interface New in-car technologies and connectivity features, including Android and Apple smartphone integration Significantly stronger steel bodyshell for improved safety Engaging handling and more comfortable ride Class-leading cabin spaciousness and 325-litres luggage capacity […]

Seven more Sportage derivatives & seven more ways to WOW!
– KIA announces seven new derivatives in the Sportage model line-up – Local debut for 1.7 CRDI engine in the range – High-value PLUS models add additional features, and even more value Following the successful introduction of the all-new KIA Sportage to the South African market late in 2016, KIA Motors South Africa is now […]

The enhanced KIA Soul arrives in South Africa
(JOHANNESBURG) May 2, 2017 – Following its unveiling at the Paris Motors Show in September 2016, the enhanced KIA Soul this week makes its arrival on South African shores. Featuring a number of design updates, the Soul’s up-to-date styling is complemented by the introduction of a new turbo diesel-powered entry-level model. The KIA Soul has […]

KIA Motors South Africa awards R115,000 to various South African charities
KIA Motors South Africa recently awarded R115,000 to various South African charities as the final part of its Sharenet Stockpicks Charity Challenge. The Charity Challenge, an extension of the eight month long Sharenet Stockpicks Challenge, saw some of South Africa’s most influencial financial personalities go head to head in order to find out who could […]

Are side mirrors becoming a thing of the past?
Are side mirrors becoming a thing of the past? With the advent of self-driving cars and autonomous technologies, new laws and regulations are now making it possible for automakers to replace side mirror systems with cameras and monitors. While seemingly uncanny, this mirrorless design is already starting to show up as an experimental concept in […]

Geneva: KIA reveals Stinger, Picanto & two plug-in hybrids
Today at the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, KIA Motors unveils four new models. The new KIA Stinger fastback sports sedan makes its European premiere, alongside the all-new KIA Picanto city car, which makes its global debut. Advanced powertrain technology features in two other new KIA models on show for the first time – the […]

Next Level Value: The new KIA Sorento 2.2 CRDi LS Auto
New derivative to bolster Sorento range’s accomplishment with unrivalled practicality, functionality and value for money KIA Motors South Africa this week expands its Sorento line-up with the introduction of the new Sorento 2.2 CRDI LS. The new derivative complements the range’s previous entry point, the Sorento 2.4 LS, by offering the same award-winning design, superior […]

Bon voyage! KIA Motors South Africa bids adieu to Zian van Heerden
KIA Motors South Africa yesterday said ‘bon voyage’ to Zian van Heerden, one of the company’s longest serving senior executives. As of today, 1 March 2017, Zian will move into the position of Vice President of Sales at Renault South Africa, another business unit within the recently formed MOTUS Group, of which KIA Motors South […]

Extreme winter testing regime for all-new Kia Stinger
The Kia Stinger is being plunged into the depths of Arctic winter for the latest stage in its development, ahead of its market introduction in the second half of 2017. Moving from the company’s European test base at the infamous Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany, engineers are now subjecting Kia’s new fastback sport sedan to extreme […]

KIA Sportage 2007-2009 Safety Recall
KIA Motors South Africa (Pty) Ltd will conduct a safety recall on 305 KIA Sportage models manufactured in Korea between 9 August 2007 and 22 May 2009 to diagnose the vehicle’s Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit monitors individual wheel speeds and will, when determined, operate the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and […]