Category Archives: Kia Brand

top down view of 2019 kia optima

Is the Kia Warranty Transferable?

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Kia Warranty Second Owner Coverage

Kia is known for creating vehicles you can trust with an industry-leading warranty program that offers greater peace of mind through your first years of ownership. But what about buyers who purchase a used Kia? Do they receive any of the perks that new owners enjoy? Yes, the Kia Warranty is transferable – but the coverage changes when the second owner takes over. We provide more answers in this guide from the Friendly Kia team in New Port Richey, FL.

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2022 Kia Soul on desert road

New LX Technology Package Launches on the 2022 Kia Soul

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What Features Are Included in the Kia Soul LX Technology Package?

The Kia Soul has a way of packing a modest price with tons of attitude. Now the new LX Technology Package gives buyers another way to get everything they want without paying for all the things they don’t. This guide offers a breakdown of all the features included in the new LX Technology Package available on the 2022 Kia Soul this year at Friendly Kia in New Port Richey, FL.  

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2022 Kia Telluride side view

2022 Kia Telluride Gains Enhanced Cruise Control Technology

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What Is Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control-Curve?

The 2022 Kia Telluride rolls into the latest model year mostly unchanged, but owners who have been waiting to buy will reap the benefits of enhanced cruise control and driving assist functions that do more to reduce strain on the driver. Here we take a closer look at the new Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control-Curve feature in the 2022 Kia Telluride, including what it does and how it works. Drivers in the Tampa Bay area can find it here at Friendly Kia.

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2022 Kia EV6 dual 12-inch center cluster and infotainment screens

2022 Kia EV6 GT is Bringing Star-Studded Performance to Tampa Bay

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2022 Kia EV6 GT Trim Level Features

The EV6 GT is set to arrive in the Tampa Bay area in late 2022, and EV enthusiasts will be able to find it here at Friendly Kia. We’re still waiting for Kia to release more details on what features the top-rung 2022 Kia EV6 GT trim level will include, but here’s what we know so far.

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2022 Kia EV6 on dusty terrain

Does the 2022 Kia EV6 Have Wireless Apple CarPlay?

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2022 Kia EV6 Infotainment and Connectivity Features

The advent of the 2022 Kia EV6 reveals the core technology for the next generation of Kia EVs, so it’s only fitting that the brand’s first dedicated EV be offered with a wide array of standard and available technology features. In this guide, we take a closer look at the infotainment and connectivity features that are in store for the 2022 Kia EV6 when it arrives at Friendly Kia in New Port Richey, FL.

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2022 Kia EV6 on city street

Impressive Driving Range in 2022 Kia EV6 Makes the Switch to Electric Simple

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2022 Kia EV6 Driving Range and Performance 

With pricing expected to open around $45,000 MSRP, the new Kia EV6 promises to become a competitive alternative to long-range EVs like the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Tesla Model 3, and Tesla Model Y. Join us as we continue to explore the driving range and performance highlights of the 2022 Kia EV6 in this guide from the team of experts at Friendly Kia in New Port Richey, FL. 

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2021 Kia Forte kicking up dirt

What Are the Most Affordable Cars at Friendly Kia?

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New 2021 Kia Vehicles Under $20,000 in Tampa Bay

Kia vehicles are known for many things, including safety, low maintenance costs, and great warranty coverage. What you might not know is that Kia is also praised as one of the most affordable mainstream brands on the modern market. This guide takes a closer look at some of the new 2021 Kia vehicles under $20,000 available here at the Friendly Kia dealership in Tampa Bay this summer.

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2021 Kia Niro on highway

Top Fuel-Efficient Cars and SUVs at Friendly Kia for Summer 2021

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Posted in Friendly Kia News, Kia Brand, Kia EV6, Kia Forte, Kia K5, Kia Niro, Kia Rio, Kia Seltos, Kia Sorento, Kia Soul

New Kia Models that Get 30 mpg in Tampa Bay

Are you shopping for a fuel-efficient new car or crossover near Tampa Bay? The modern Kia lineup is full of options that earn EPA-estimated scores of up to 30 mpg or higher. Here are some of those entries that you might find here on the Friendly Kia lot throughout the summer of 2021.

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Kia Cooling Glove Box with "keeps items cool on hot days" text

What Kia Models Had Cooling Glove Boxes?

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Does Kia Still Offer Cooling Glove Boxes?

If you’ve ever owned a Kia, you might know that the brand used to offer a cooling glove box designed to keep snacks and beverages cool while on the move. While this is no longer provided on the current model-year lineup, you can still find the feature in our used Kia inventory if you know where to look. This guide covers which past Kia models came with a cooling glove box, including which trim levels might have the feature standard here at Friendly Kia.

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2022 Kia EV6 on curving road

Kia Plan S Update and Details June 2021

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When is Kia Releasing New Electric Models?

Months ago, Kia announced a ‘Plan S’strategy to launch 11 all-new electrified models worldwide by 2026. Now we see the early stages of this plan in progress, with the first new EVs slated to make their way into the 2022 model year Kia lineup. This guide takes a closer look at what we know about Kia’s upcoming new electric models, including when we can expect them to arrive at Friendly Kia and other dealerships across the U.S.

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