All models of "Kia" (Kia): specifications and photos

Kia Motors is the oldest Korean company, which since 1944 has been developing and manufacturing vehicles. Initially, she released bicycles, then - motor scooters. In 1961, developed the first motorcycle, and in 1973 the first car was released. To date, the "Kia" models are very popular. Well, it's worth to briefly tell about the most popular and bought.

The lineup

So, it is worth to list all the models of "Kia". There are only 25. The most popular cars that are known to many of their hearing names are the following cars: Sportage, Soul, Sorento, Rio, Cerato, Spectra, Optima. They have quite good technical characteristics and appearance. The rest are also known, but not so much. Avella, Magentis, Picanto, Visto, Clarus, Carens, Joice, Elan, Ceed - this is only a small list of machines that produces (and produced) the company. Different bodies, different characteristics, designs, engines, equipment, salon - the models differ from each other all of the above. So, now it's worth to talk about them in more detail.

First cars

The oldest models of "Kia" are those that were produced in the early eighties. Then the firm embraced the financial crisis, and to make the company survive, experts began to think about the development and production of cheap, budget machines. So in 1987 in the light came out a machine like Pride. It was decided to build on the basis of the car Mazda 121. The car turned out really very cheap (for those times). The new version cost about 7500 dollars. And, by the way, it is still sold today. Although, of course, there are other models of "Kia", more popular, modern and technically equipped. However, Pride is still, so to speak, in the trend.

In the 90s, the Sportage models and also the Sephfia were actively released. They were presented in 1991, in Tokyo. Especially liked the public "Kia Sports". In 1996, this car started in the Sahara rally "East-West". The car is characterized by increased cross-country capability and can be either rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel drive. This car was even twice called the best car of the year.

And the second model, Kia Sephia, was built on the basis of "Mazda 323". In 1993 it was published, and two years later, in 1995, it was subjected to restyling works. And two years later, in 1997, they carried out a new modernization. In general, over Sephfia worked abound. Until the second generation came out.

Issue after 1995

Increasingly popular were tying machines "Kia". All models, the photos of which are presented below, found the recognition of the public. And since 1995, the light began to go out another machine, which quickly became popular, - Kia Clarus. Its feature was a streamlined body with a small coefficient of aerodynamic resistance. This car was also built on the basis of "Mazda" (namely, model 626).

At the same time, the company developed the Kia Elan (or Roadster), which differed front-wheel design. As a matter of fact it is an analogue of the English machine known as Lotus Elan.

In 1996, the company achieved some impressive successes. She sold 770,000 copies of her cars! To date, this figure, of course, multiplied by dozens of times. Moreover, the company produces and quite expensive, richly equipped cars.

Kia Optima

You can not ignore this car, talking about the machines "Kia". All models of this concern enjoy certain popularity, but "Optima" is certainly on the ears of many. The exterior is attractive - immediately radiator grille and very dynamic profile, which looks like a coupe, resemble its eyes. Relief sidewalls, pronounced wheel arches and an expressive shoulder line - all this creates a very athletic and graceful sedan. And from the top the car profile is framed by chrome. Due to this decision, the body becomes visually more squat. Another car "decorated" with stylish fake air intakes. And complement the picture of the beautiful headlights of the head light. Very stylish, this car "Kia". All models have a distinctive and unconventional design, but it was this machine that received the award, which is one of the most prestigious in the design field, and is called Red Dot: Best of the Best.

The characteristics are also impressive. Anyway, not bad for a Korean car. There is a diesel engine for 1.7 liters and 134 liters. from. And two petrol - one 2-, and the second 2,4-liter. They issue 163 and 178 "horses" respectively. And in motion these units are driven by a 6-speed transmission (either automatic or mechanical).

Kia Sorento

This is another popular car "Kia". All models of the group are distinguished by something special, so this machine is no exception. This is an extended version of the 7,5 cm SUV, which was described above - Sportage. The car Sorento pleasantly pleases with its wheelbase. Its indicator is 2710 mm. And in size, the car can compete with the same Land Rover, Lexus RX-300 and Grand Cherokee. The car looks solid - it immediately catches the eye with a stylish vyshtampovka on the automobile hood, rounded lines of the body, a large radiator grille and plastic pads that go harmoniously into the bumpers.

The salon is very spacious and stylish. It is executed in a strict style and impresses with high-quality finishing materials. Rear seats, by the way, add up, due to what you can increase the boot space to 1900 liters from the initial 890! And inside there is just an infinite number of boxes, pockets and compartments with cup holders. Completes the picture of comfortability excellent noise insulation.

And is equipped with Sorento gasoline engines: one develops 195 hp. from. (Volume - 3.5 liters), and the other - 139 liters. from. (2.4 L). There is also a diesel option. Its volume is 2.5 liters, and the power is 140 liters. from.

Kia Soul

Talking about the new models of "Kia", the photos of which are presented above, we can not fail to note this version. Soul is a modern car with an extraordinary exterior. The machine meets all the standard requirements for functionality, quality of performance, durability, ergonomics, ease of use and environmental friendliness. And it is different in its novelty and additional features. Although the interior and does not look as bright as the body, but it turned out soundly. Convenient instrument panel, beautiful seat upholstery, trendy three-spoke steering wheel, leather gear lever - all this successfully complements the interior of the car.

The equipment is good - air conditioning, audio system with 8 speakers, wheel arch extensions, alloy wheels, chrome parts, navigation system, two trunks (one on the roof and the other for a bicycle), a grid (to fasten cargo), a detachable towbar and a system multimedia. Therefore, it is not surprising that the car was recognized as functional and practical. And of course, its highlight is 5 stars, obtained from the safety level test.

Kia Cerato

It is impossible not to note the attention and this model, talking about the machines "Kia". All models, photos of which show a laconic design, are distinguished by something special. Cerato's "trump card" is elegant optics and a high-quality interior. And good engines: gasoline (with a volume of 1.6 and 2 liters - 106 and 143 hp respectively) and two diesel - 1,5 and 2-liter (for 102 and 113 hp). The peculiarity of this model is a wide range of equipment. Power steering, air conditioning, EBD, ABS, two airbags, central locking, audio system, power windows, 3-point belts ... And this is just the basic equipment! For an additional fee, you can install an onboard computer, electric drive, climate control, side airbags, a salon trimmed with leather, etc.

Kia rio

This is the last of the most purchased and popular cars of the company. The model of the car "Kia Rio" is distinguished by its stylish appearance, excellent controllability, excellent dynamics and high-quality, strong suspension. And the key feature of the machine is the organization of the internal space, thought out to the smallest details. In general, the car has everything: a 4-spoke steering wheel, fog lamps, tinted windows, a two-color panel, electronic windows, an audio system, an immobilizer, airbags. And the motors are petrol, there are two of them. One 124-and the other-156-strong. The maximum speed developed by the model is 208 km / h.

In general, these are the most famous machines produced by Kia. Many people own these cars and enjoy using them. So if there is a desire and an opportunity, it is possible to make a choice in favor of Kia machines, their quality is checked by time.