KIA AMERICA POSTS BEST-EVER AUGUST SALES

IRVINE, Calif., August 31, 2022 – Kia America announced best-ever August sales of 66,089 units, marking a 22-percent increase year-over-year. Kia’s SUVs continue to shine with the Sportage as Kia’s top-selling model for the fifth consecutive month with 12,986 units sold, representing a 59-percent increase year-over-year. Sales of the Sorento SUV increased by 114-percent year-over-year; and sales of the current generation Telluride continued strong increasing 18-percent year-over-year and just months before the highly anticipated 2023 version arrives in dealers. In addition, August sales of Kia’s all-electric and hybrid models increased an astonishing 151-percent year-over-year.

“In light of ongoing supply challenges across the industry, achieving a best-ever August sales performance is a testament to the strength of our product lineup, our dealers and our employees,” said Eric Watson, vice president, sales operations, Kia America. “We are optimistic that production through the end of the year will improve and further the success of our all-new Sportage, EV6, upcoming redesigned Telluride and more.”

In addition to sales, August saw several significant announcements from Kia, including:

• The North American debut of the 576-hp Kia EV6 GT performance crossover at The Quail, a motorsports gathering, during Monterey Car Week
• The launch of an all-new creative campaign for the Sportage Hybrid SUV and a partnership with One Warm Coat, a non-profit that provides coats to those in need nationwide, as part of the brand’s Accelerate The Good charitable initiatives
• Pricing for the all-new 2023 Sportage Hybrid SUV and K5 midsize sedan

Kia America – about us

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.

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	MONTH OF AUGUST		YEAR-TO-DATE
Model	2022	2021	2022	2021
EV6	1,840	N/A	16,124	N/A
Rio	1,923	1,777	18,833	21,747
Forte	11,838	9,258	73,660	83,840
K5/Optima	6,428	7,263	48,180	67,616
Cadenza	N/A	1	1	234
Stinger	513	1,228	6,189	9,145
K900	N/A	--	N/A	72
Soul	6,402	7,536	39,332	54,154
Niro	211	2,040	18,520	16,505
Seltos	4,604	2,822	28,160	39,419
Sportage	12,986	8,182	77,327	72,182
Sorento	8,732	4,080	57,250	58,143
Telluride	8,645	7,347	63,856	61,446
Carnival/Sedona	1,967	2,475	14,446	18,116
Total	66,089	54,009	461,878	502,619

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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KIA EV6 AWARDED “2022 WINTER VEHICLE AWARD FOR BEST ELECTRIC VEHICLE” BY NEW ENGLAND MOTOR PRESS ASSOCIATION

BOSTON, Mass., August 30, 2022— The Kia EV6 received the 2022 Winter Vehicle Award for Best Electric Vehicle from the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA). The EV6 was recognized for its all-around engineering excellence and durability in the harshest climatic conditions by the journalist guild representing internet, radio, television, newspapers, and magazines from the New England region.

“Kia’s new logo sums up its new EV6,” said Clifford Atiyeh, Vice President, NEMPA. “It’s a clean-sheet design that lives in the present and promises an exciting future. The EV6 is a fast electric car that looks like a spaceship, but it’s also practical for all seasons. Kia’s Winter Mode helps maintain the battery’s performance in cold weather while the heat pump is more efficient than resistive heaters. The all-wheel drive system varies torque almost instantly. These features are critical for New England drivers who need to maximize range and performance in the coldest conditions.”

The EV6 earned the award following extensive, year-round product testing by seasoned NEMPA members in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Following days of testing in October and February, including a multi-vehicle test, NEMPA members vote to determine the winners in each category.

The EV6 continues to rise in popularity. To date, more than 14,000 EV6 models have been sold throughout the United States, including 1,716 vehicles sold in July 2022, contributing to 86-percent year-over-year growth in sales of Kia’s electrified vehicles. The EV6 delivers jaw-dropping performance, ultra-fast DC charging, vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality, and a flat-floor interior that utilizes sustainable-friendly materials throughout the cabin. The EV6 offers a wide array of advanced driver assistance systems, adding an unprecedented level of connectivity and safety, as well as Kia’s latest-generation energy-efficient heat pump, which scavenges waste heat from the car’s coolant system.

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KIA AMERICA CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE THE GOOD THROUGH CHARITABLE DONATION TO WOMEN IN MOTORSPORTS NORTH AMERICA AS PART OF THE U.S. DEBUT OF THE HIGH-PERFORMANCE KIA EV6 GT

• Donation is an extension of Kia’s “Accelerate The Good” CSR initiatives

Monterey, Calif., August 30, 2022 — As part of the U.S. debut of the highly anticipated all-electric Kia EV6 GT during Monterey Car Week, Kia America made a monetary donation to Women In Motorsports North America. Unveiled during The Quail, an annual and exclusive gathering of exotic and historic supercars, the 576-hp EV6 GT is the most powerful Kia ever produced and marks a new era in electrification for the brand and further solidifies Kia’s leadership position in sustainable mobility.

“The EV6 GT is the continuation of Kia’s transformation and is the next phase of our Plan S strategy which will see Kia offer 14 fully-electric models globally by 2027,” said Russell Wager, vice president, marketing, Kia America. “The EV6 GT is an entirely new level of performance for Kia and as part of its U.S. premiere we wanted to support the communities in which we live and work by helping the causes and organizations that align with Kia’s core values.”

Kia’s partnership with Women In Motorsports North America, a 501c3 co- founded by former race car driver Lyn St. James, was designed to encourage diversity in the field of motorsports. St. James competed in the IndyCar series and was the first woman to earn Indy 500 Rookie of the Year honors and is one of nine women to have qualified for the Indianapolis 500. The mission of Women In Motorsports is to provide an inclusive, resourceful environment that fosters mentorship, advocacy, education, and growth to ensure a successful future for women in the field of professional motorsports.

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Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.

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Kia America Reveals Rebelle Rally Rig Rendering

IRVINE, CA, Aug. 29, 2022 – A month before the start of the Rebelle Rally, Kia America is offering a sneak peek at its rally ready rig set to compete in the grueling annual navigational challenge.When it hits the dirt this October, Kia’s all-new 2023 Sportage will proudly sport an eye-catching livery influenced by the brand’s new slogan ‘Movement that Inspires’ as well as the company’s new gray, white and black color scheme. While the Sportage X-Pro is already fit for an off-road adventure with standard all-terrain tires, off-road hardware and active on-demand all-wheel drive, it will undergo minimal modifications to take on the rally’s punishing terrain. The finished Sportage X-Pro will make its official debut in the coming weeks ahead of the Rebelle Rally, which kicks off on October 6, 2022.

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Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.

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KIA DELIVERS STRONG PERFORMANCE IN J.D. POWER 2022 TECH EXPERIENCE INDEX STUDY

Kia Among Most Innovative Mass Market Brands in New Study

• Kia ranked second among mass market brands
• All-new study ranks advanced technology in new vehicles

IRVINE, CA, August 29, 2022 – Kia has ranked second among mass market brands in the J.D. Power 2022 Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study. The new study rates advanced technologies in new vehicles with an innovation score and Kia continued its strong momentum following high ranks in the J.D. Power 2022 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and Automotive, Performance, Executive and Layout (APEAL) study with a place among the eight most innovative brands.

"Kia is still beaming over its impressive rankings in the J.D. Power VDS and APEAL studies, and being recognized among the most innovative brands cements Kia’s status as a universal leader in the industry,” said Steve Center, COO and EVP, Kia America. “With such high customer satisfaction in a variety of areas including design, dependability, and now innovation, we will not rest on our laurels and will continue to drive forward in all areas of development."

The J.D. PowerTech Experience Index (TXI) looks at 35 automotive technologies that are divided into several categories: convenience; emerging automation; energy and sustainability; and infotainment and connectivity. The study is based on responses from 84,165 owners who were surveyed after 90 days of ownership of new 2022 model-year vehicles.

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Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.

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KIA AMERICA PLUGS INTO ELECTRIFY EXPO 2022

Experience the Kia EV6 in the Metro-New York City Area at Nassau Coliseum, August 27-28

• Electrify Expo series highlight new electric vehicles, sustainability, energy, infrastructure, and EV legislation

IRVINE, Calif., August 26, 2022 – Kia America joins cutting-edge mobility companies for Electrify Expo, a series of five local events where leaders in electrification come together to discuss the key challenges, insights, available research, and trends facing the mobility sector as it moves toward an all-electric future. After events earlier this summer in Long Beach, CA and Seattle, the series continues August 27-28, in the metro New York City area at Nassau Coliseum, where attendees will have the opportunity to experience the all-new Kia EV6 first-hand.

"Electrify Expo brings together the top companies and executives in electrification to share knowledge and discuss how we’ll make the transition to all-electrified vehicles as seamlessly as possible,” said Eric Watson, vice president, sales operations, Kia America. “The impact that the Electrify Expo events will have on us all cannot be overestimated. Kia is one of the best-selling manufacturers of EV vehicles in the U.S. thus far in 2022 and we are proud to collaborate with our industry colleagues to chart the best path forward and help shape the future of the automotive industry.”

A wide variety of topics are set for discussion and include legislation affecting the EV industry, range anxiety, battery materials and sustainability, charging infrastructure, the future of autonomous driving applications and supply chain barriers. A full list of sessions and presenters can be found by visiting www.electrifyexpo.com.

Electrify Expo expanded its industry-facing events, and education programs, with a full day of programming, industry leadership, and breakout sessions for the Auto and Micromobility categories. The series will close in Austin, Texas, at Circuit of the Americas on November 11, 2022. The upcoming schedule of Electrify Expo events is as follows (*indicates Industry Day):

2022 Electrify Expo Schedule

August 27 - 28            New York, Long Island          Nassau Coliseum

October 8 - 9               Miami                                     Regatta Park

November 11 - 13*      Austin                                    Circuit of the Americas

Kia America – about us

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.

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About Electrify Expo

Electrify Expo is North America's largest outdoor electric vehicle festival showcasing the latest e-mobility products, including EVs, e-motorcycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards, e-boats, e-surfboards, and more from top brands around the world. The festival addresses one of the most challenging barriers to mass adoption of electric vehicles with meaningful hands-on experiences, demonstrations, and test rides. Electrify Expo meets the soaring demand for companies to share new technologies, new modes of mobility and put products in the hands of consumers in a meaningful way. Electrify Expo will feature more than 1M+ square feet of exhibit space in Los Angeles County, Seattle, New York, Miami, and Austin.

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KIA ANNOUNCES 2023 FORTE

IRVINE, CA, Aug. 26, 2022 – One year after a significant product enhancement featured new front and rear design elements, a new available 10.25-inch widescreen navigation display, and an expanded roster of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), the Forte compact sedan returns mostly unchanged for model year 2023. The Forte is still available in four trim levels – LX (formerly FE), LXS, GT-Line, GT and maintains up to 41 MPG on the highway1.

For 2023, all LX, LXS and GT-Line models with 2.0-liter engines are SULEV30 compliant. Furthermore, the GT Technology Package has been deleted. However, FCA Fusion – a combination of Front Collision Alert -Cyclist (FCA-Cyc), Electronic Parking Brake (EPB), Highway Driver Assist (HDA) and Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC) -- which was previously included in the GT Technology Package, has been added to the GT model with DCT.

Pricing2 – MSRP (excludes $1,095.00 destination):
	$19,490
	$19,990
	$21,690
	$24,190
	$24,890
Engine:
2.0 MPI I-4 – CVT: 147 hp/132 lb.-ft. of torque
1.6T GDI 1-4 – 6-Speed Manual or 7-Speed DCT: 201 hp/195 lb.-ft. of torque
Fuel Economy1 – EPA-est. MPG (City/Highway/Combined):
	30/41/34
	28/39/32
	28/39/32
	27/35/30
	22/31/26
Highlighted Kia Drive Wise Advanced Driver Assistance Features3:
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
STD GT-Line, GT(DCT); OPT LXS
Forward Collision Avoidance Assist – Ped
STD all trims
Highway Driving Assist
STD GT; OPT GT-Line
Lane Keeping Assist
STD all trims
Lane Following Assist
STD all trims
Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control
STD GT; OPT GT-Line
Parking Distance Warning – Reverse
STD GT w/MT; OPT GT
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
STD GT-Line, GT, GT(DCT); OPT LXS
Safe Exit Warning
STD GT-Line, GT, GT w/MT; OPT LXS
Dimensions:
Overall Length:	182.7 in.
Overall Width:	70.9 in.
Overall Height:	56.5 in.
Wheelbase:	106.3 in.

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Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.

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¹ Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and your vehicle’s condition.
² MSRP excludes destination and handling, taxes, title, license fees, options and retailer charges. Actual prices set by retailer and may vary.
³ These systems are not substitutes for proper and safe driving, parking, and/or backing-up procedures. These systems may not detect every object behind or alongside the vehicle or in the vehicle’s blind spot or direction of travel. Always drive safely and use caution.

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