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    The Korean carmaker launched here with a value-for-money pitch that appealed to many, but it is now a full range brand offering small and medium passenger cars, compact and full-sized SUV wagons, and people movers for all budgets. Models include the small Cerato sedan, hatch and coupe, Pro_cee'd GT, Rio and Soul, the medium Optima hatch, Sportage and Sorento SUVs, and Rondo and Carnival people movers.

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    Kia EV9 2024 review: EV test

    Kia EV9 2024 review: EV test

    9 Nov 2023 by Andrew Chesterton
    Kia's EV9 is big, bold and all electric. It also pushes the Korean brand into its most premium space to date. So, does a three-row, seven-seat electric SUV make sense for Australia? We put the EV9 to... Read more
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    Kia EV9 2024 review

    Kia EV9 2024 review

    21 Oct 2023 by Tom White
    It feels like just yesterday the Kia brand was cheap and cheerful. Does this huge electric SUV prove it's ready to play in the $100K club? Read more
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    Hyundai Venue Elite vs Kia Stonic GT-Line 2024 comparison review

    Hyundai Venue Elite vs Kia Stonic GT-Line 2024 comparison review

    28 Sep 2023 by Richard Berry
    A little SUV with great practicality and excellent fuel economy could be a smart urban alternative to an electric car or a larger SUV, so we put two of the best - the Kia Stonic GT-Line and Hyundai... Read more
    urbanguide
    Kia Seltos 2023 review: GT-Line long-term | Part 3

    Kia Seltos 2023 review: GT-Line long-term | Part 3

    11 Jul 2023 by Andrew Chesterton
    To paraphrase a (traditionally pretty naughty) saying, it's not so much the size that matters in the new-car world, but more what you can do with it. Read more
    familyguide
    Hyundai Palisade Highlander petrol vs Kia Carnival Platinum petrol vs Nissan Pathfinder Ti 2023 comparison review

    Hyundai Palisade Highlander petrol vs Kia Carnival Platinum petrol vs Nissan Pathfinder Ti 2023 comparison review

    7 Jul 2023 by Richard Berry
    Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Carnival vs Nissan Pathfinder - which does family duties best? Two parents put these eight seaters to the ultimate test Read more
    urbanguide
    Kia Seltos Sport+ 2.0 vs Nissan Qashqai ST-L vs Subaru Crosstrek R 2023 comparison

    Kia Seltos Sport+ 2.0 vs Nissan Qashqai ST-L vs Subaru Crosstrek R 2023 comparison

    16 Jun 2023 by Tom White
    These small SUVs promise to be small family value heroes, but can we determine which one is the best for you? Read more
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    Kia Seltos 2023 review: GT-Line long-term | Part 2

    Kia Seltos 2023 review: GT-Line long-term | Part 2

    10 Jun 2023 by Andrew Chesterton
    To paraphrase a (traditionally pretty naughty) saying, it's not so much the size that matters in the new-car world, but more what you can do with it. Read more
    urbanguide
    Kia Seltos 2023 review: GT-Line long-term | Part 1

    Kia Seltos 2023 review: GT-Line long-term | Part 1

    26 May 2023 by Andrew Chesterton
    The Kia Seltos has long been a shining light in the small SUV space, but competition has never been stiffer, with new (and sometimes cheaper) options coming in all the time.So, does the Seltos still... Read more
    familyguide
    Kia Niro 2023 review: EV S

    Kia Niro 2023 review: EV S

    14 May 2023 by Emily Agar
    Kia has released the newly updated Niro, which is the smaller and less sporty sibling to its popular, EV6. It has a great driving range and is well-specified but will the price hike prove to be... Read more
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    Kia Carnival 2023 review: Platinum diesel

    Kia Carnival 2023 review: Platinum diesel

    13 Apr 2023 by Emily Agar
    People movers have a bad rap, and some deservedly so, for being a bit ugly and unwieldly to handle, but if you're thinking that about the new Kia Carnival Platinum... think again. Welcome to a new... Read more
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    Kia Sorento 2023 review: HEV GT-Line AWD

    Kia Sorento 2023 review: HEV GT-Line AWD

    3 Apr 2023 by Emily Agar
    The new Kia Sorento HEV GT-Line AWD is another entry to the growing hybrid market and competes against heavy hitters like the Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Kluger, but what makes it different from the... Read more
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    Kia EV6 2023 review: GT-Line AWD long-term | Part 3

    Kia EV6 2023 review: GT-Line AWD long-term | Part 3

    4 Mar 2023 by Tom White
    It looks like a concept car come to life, but can you really live with the Kia EV6? Read more
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    Kia Seltos 2023 review: Sport+ FWD

    Kia Seltos 2023 review: Sport+ FWD

    22 Feb 2023 by Emily Agar
    The Kia Seltos Sport+ is as good-looking as ever and offers families who might be tight on space, an affordable small SUV. The features list has been expanded to keep up with the market, but is it... Read more
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    Kia EV6 2023 review: GT-Line AWD long-term | Part 2

    Kia EV6 2023 review: GT-Line AWD long-term | Part 2

    7 Feb 2023 by Tom White
    The EV6 has settled in, but is it still a fine addition to the garage after another month and over 1000km? Read more
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    Kia EV6 2023 review: GT

    Kia EV6 2023 review: GT

    27 Jan 2023 by David Morley
    Pure electric cars have rapidly built a reputation for being rapid... in a straight line. But what about some genuine corner carving ability to go with that neck-straining acceleration? Kia's new EV6... Read more
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    Kia Niro 2023 review: EV GT-Line long-term | Part 3

    Kia Niro 2023 review: EV GT-Line long-term | Part 3

    24 Dec 2022 by Tom White
    Here's what we learned in three months and over 3000km in the Kia Niro EV GT-Line. Read more
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    Kia EV6 2023 review: GT-Line AWD long-term | Part 1

    Kia EV6 2023 review: GT-Line AWD long-term | Part 1

    23 Dec 2022 by Tom White
    The Kia EV6 is a real head-turner, but can it live up to its status as one of the most expensive Kias ever made? Read more
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    Kia Seltos 2023 review

    Kia Seltos 2023 review

    25 Nov 2022 by Richard Berry
    The Kia Seltos has been updated from 2023 bringing with it a price change and new features, but is that enough to tempt you away from a Toyota Corolla Cross or Nissan Qashqai? Read more
    familyguide
    Kia Sportage 2023 review: SX petrol

    Kia Sportage 2023 review: SX petrol

    18 Nov 2022 by Emily Agar
    It's easy to see why the newly facelifted Kia Sportage SX petrol is a serious competitor for the medium SUV market. The biggest pull factor is the (very healthy) price tag. However, its restyle has... Read more
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    Kia Niro 2023 review: EV GT-Line long-term | Part 2

    Kia Niro 2023 review: EV GT-Line long-term | Part 2

    28 Oct 2022 by Tom White
    The expensive but capable Kia Niro exceeded expectations this month. Read more
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    Latest Kia News

    Maximum five-star ANCAP safety results for 2024 BMW 5 Series, Kia EV9 and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

    Maximum five-star ANCAP safety results for 2024 BMW 5 Series, Kia EV9 and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

    7 Dec 2023 by James Cleary
    Battle lines! Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux ute sales are neck and neck for 2023, but which one will take the overall sales crown?

    Battle lines! Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux ute sales are neck and neck for 2023, but which one will take the overall sales crown?

    5 Dec 2023 by Tim Nicholson
    Price bump: 2024 Kia Cerato sedan and hatch pricing increased slightly with no update to specs or features for Toyota Corolla rival

    Price bump: 2024 Kia Cerato sedan and hatch pricing increased slightly with no update to specs or features for Toyota Corolla rival

    5 Dec 2023 by Chris Thompson

    Price shock! 2024 Kia EV5 arrives in China with surprise low price-tag to rattle the Tesla Model Y

    27 Nov 2023 by Tom White

    "If you think 100km/h in 5.3 seconds is good..." bonkers Kia EV9 GT electric car incoming as Australia's wildest 4WD nears

    24 Nov 2023 by Andrew Chesterton

    Australia's cheapest electric vehicles are a "puddle" filled with Chinese challenger brands and "we don't want to go back there", says Kia

    21 Nov 2023 by Andrew Chesterton

    Kia FAQs

    No car is perfect, so we've gathered everything relating to the Kia reliability here to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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