News About New Concept Kia Vehicles

Aug 16, 2015

Kia is constantly researching ways to maintain high quality standards while delivering a diverse vehicle selection at El Paso Kia dealers. As technologies continue to evolve, improve, and change, so do car concepts and designs. Currently, Kia is working on a complete redesign of the Kia Sportage, with anticipation of a release of the new model sometime in 2017. The Sportage has been a mainstay of the Kia car lineup since first being introduced to the United States. Initial testing of the new model design features a more aerodynamic appearance than the current Sportage models. People can expect the features and options to remain similar to those currently found in the Sportage line, with some minor changes related to updated technologies.

Another concept vehicle Kia currently has in development is a new subcompact crossover model. The new model will offer consumers the same high quality currently found in all Kia models. The initial test concept vehicle is similar in size to Honda’s HR-V crossover model. Kia’s development team is exploring several different engine and operational options with the new subcompact crossover model, including gasoline, hybrid, and electric only models.

As fuel prices continue to fluctuate, and with uncertainty about future prices, fuel efficiency is quickly becoming a major factor with consumers looking at purchasing a new vehicle. Working with the latest technologies, Kia is hard at work developing several different choices for fuel efficiency in the new subcompact model. Expect the gasoline engine subcompact crossover model to offer mileage similar to those found on other subcompact crossovers, with slight improvements. The hybrid option will have a smaller gas tank and utilize electronic technologies to increase fuel efficiency and mileage in between fill-ups at the pump.

The electric-only model concept eliminates the need for fuel completely. As the number of electric recharge stations increases in cities around the country, people are going to have easy access to plug in their vehicle while they are at work, shopping, or enjoying their vacation. The fuel costs for electric-only models will vary by market, depending upon the electricity costs in a particular region. In addition, some recharge stations at some locations might be offered for free, such as part of a hotel resort’s amenities for being a guest.

As you look forward to these new concepts, keep in mind there are often changes made during testing and development phases. The original concept vehicles could look entirely different from those released for production. There can also be delays in the release of the new concept vehicles, until Kia officially announces the release date. Additionally, expect Kia to continue to incorporate newer technologies in the current Kia vehicle line-up.

To see what current technologies are available in current Kia models, feel free to visit Integrity Kia in El Paso, or contact us by phoning 915-856-2982 to speak to a friendly and knowledgeable sales representative today.