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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The 2021 Kia K5 took Tampa Bay by storm when it arrived here on the Friendly Kia lot and the recent addition of the updated 2022 Kia Stinger is giving the K5 a run for its money. These two sedans are two of the most powerful options in the Kia lineup and are often a topic of debate among shoppers deciding which model is the right fit for them. Both of these performance-ready Kia sedans are available now at Friendly Kia in New Port Richey, FL, and the question comes down to which model is right for you – the 2022 Kia Stinger or 2021 Kia K5?
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If you’re looking for your next Kia around New Port Richey, FL, one thing on your list might be all-wheel drive. AWD-equipped Kia models offer an improved performance on the road with added traction control and capability. Kia AWD models bring better handling to the streets of Clearwater and St. Petersburg, offering a boost of confidence for drivers behind the wheel.
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The Kia K5 has been a spectacular success among shoppers here in the Clearwater and New Port Richey area. Central Florida shoppers have been flocking to the Friendly Kia lot to get their chance behind the wheel of the first-ever U.S.-spec Kia K5 and now many are asking – what’s next?
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The 2021 Kia K5 and Sorento have found their way to the Top 10 for this year’s World Car of the Year Awards. The top-10 selection for the two models follows last year’s win for the 2021 Kia Telluride as the World Car of the Year and the World Urban Car win for the Kia Soul EV.
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Car and Driver has released its 2021 Editors’ Choice Award list of vehicles that represent 2021’s standard of excellence. The organization chose winners from over 400 tested models and five Kia vehicles took home the top spot in their segments.
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These days it seems like more and more automakers are straying away from the sedan market as the demand for crossovers and SUVs continues to rise. Many drivers are turning towards larger vehicles for their daily travels, opting for mid-size SUVs and small crossovers in place of the once-booming sedan market. This isn’t the case for Kia.
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Two of the Kia brand’s newest models have quickly skyrocketed to success at the top of the brand’s lineup. The popularity of the Kia K5 and all-new Kia Sorento continues to rise and now Autotrader has awarded both of these vehicles with a spot in its “Best New Cars for 2021” ranking. These awards are just two of the latest titles earned by the world-class Kia vehicle lineup.
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Traditionally we think of AWD as standing for “all-wheel drive” but this isn’t the case for the 2021 Kia K5 AWD models. Kia is calling the AWD offerings of the K5 “all-weather drive” models thanks to their added security and safety in all weather conditions. The all-weather drive system for the K5 isn’t just good for ice and snow, but any weather conditions, including rain and high winds.
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After a year full of wins and awards for the Kia brand, there’s no better way to finish off 2020 than by celebrating two more titles in the brand’s trophy case. Two of the latest Kia vehicles – the 2021 Kia K5 and fourth-generation 2021 Kia Sorento – have won top accolades in this year’s GOOD DESIGN Awards. The Kia brand continues to earn recognition for its showstopping designs and this is just the latest roundup of design awards for the brand.
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