Kia Rio 2012

Kia Rio 2012

Kia Rio – Kia Motors Corporation has revealed the first official photos of the forthcoming next generation Kia Rio,  bringing the newcomer in line with the rest of Kia’s striking design-led model range. Tasked with the difficult job of improving upon the remarkable international sales success of the previous generation model, the new Kia Rio will be available in three body styles (with 3-, 4- or 5-doors, depending on market), and has been designed to appeal to customers all around the world.

 

Kia Rio 2012

Kia Rio 2012

Kia Rio 2012

Kia Rio 2012

New Rio has its own interpretation of Kia’s signature grille, integrated with the headlamps to give a new twist on the Kia family look. In profile, The balance of the window graphic, wheelbase and overall proportions generates a ‘premium presence’ which is rare in this segment. Overall, new Kia Rio combines European finesse with Korean spice to create a form language that communicates Latin flair.

Kia Rio 2012

Kia Rio 2012

Kia Optima 2011

Kia Optima 2011

                                     Kia Optima 2011

                                     Kia Optima 2011
The 2011 Kia Optima will offer customers a choice of three powertrains: a 200-horsepower 2.4-liter gasoline direct-injection four-cylinder engine, a 274-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter GDI four-cylinder and, in calendar-year 2011, a 2.4-liter gasoline-electric hybrid system. The base LX model features a six-speed manual gearbox, while a six-speed Sportmatic automatic with paddle shifters is available on all models.

The Optima comes in three trims, LX, EX and SX. The LX starts with chrome-tipped exhaust, solar glass and 16-inch wheels. The EX adds fog lamps, heated mirrors, chrome or body-colored door handles and 17-inch wheels. The SX further loads on upgraded lights with HID technology front and LED rear, unique front grille design, rear lip spoiler, red brake calipers and 18-inch wheels.

Kia offers upgrades for the EX and SX trims such as power panoramic sunroof, leather seat trim, memory driver’s seat, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel for additional interior refinement.