The Spectra represents the automaker in the compact car category. It is available as a sedan and a five-door hatchback. Both versions are powered by a 138 horsepower 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, which is the norm in the category. The sedan's profile is relatively traditional, while the hatchback's is clearly more modern. In both cases, the dashboard is much more practical than elegant.
The last few years have not been kind to middle-class motorists. New-vehicle ownership costs have skyrocketed, and automakers have abandoned many small cars in favour of bigger, more expensive and more profitable SUVs and trucks. Clearly, the automobile is becoming a luxury item. Still, there are some pretty good deals …
The Honda CR-V is no longer the most stolen vehicle in Canada. That title now goes to the Toyota Highlander , according to the latest annual stats published today by Équité Association. Between 2021 and last year, auto theft increased 48.2 percent in Ontario, 57.9 percent in Quebec, 34 percent …
Compact cars remain quite popular in many parts of Canada and the best-selling model right now is the Honda Civic , which has recently benefited from a major update that includes the return of the Civic Hybrid . The other big news in the segment for the 2025 model year …
Austin, TX— Multiple Kia models have changed names lately. First, the Optima midsize sedan became the K5 , then the Sedona minivan became the Carnival , and now the Forte compact sedan is getting a new life as the K4 . Well, as previously reported, the K5 won’t return to …
Seoul, South Korea— Following the introduction of the EV3 Concept a year ago and a first look at the production model in May, the all-new Kia EV3 went on sale in its domestic market this summer and will soon launch in Europe. As a miniaturized EV9 , the electric hatchback …
Owners of a second-generation Kia Soul need to beware of a braking issue that could result in longer stopping distances and a greater risk of crashing. Basically, all MY2014-2019 units that were sold in Canada—nearly 60,000—are being recalled due to brake lines under the vehicle that could corrode over time.
Even though vehicles keep getting bigger, heavier and more powerful, with pickups and SUVs only getting more popular, the 2023 models on average proved more fuel-efficient and cleaner than any of their predecessors, according to the 2024 Automotive Trends Report published last week by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
While Hyundai seems to be moving away from conventional plug-in hybrids (the new Santa Fe is no longer available as a PHEV, remember) and turning to EVs with range extenders in the future, that’s not what its sister company Kia is doing. In fact, better PHEVs are on the way.
Back in March of this year, a problem involving the charging system and the 12V battery on several electric vehicles from Hyundai, Kia and Genesis forced the Korean automakers to recall a very large number of units . In fact, it was believed that up to 600,000 could be affected …
Kia came to the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show to unveil the 2026 EV9 GT. With an estimated 501 horsepower delivered by a pair of electric motors mounted front and rear, this high-performance electric SUV is targeted to hit 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds and represents the most powerful …
Today at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) awards organization named three cars, three trucks and three utility vehicles as its 2025 finalists. “The competition for these awards will be fierce this year,” said NACTOY President Jeff Gilbert. “We …
Los Angeles, California— Kia has a refreshed and upgraded 2025 EV6 on the way with increased battery capacity including 63 kWh as standard and 84 kWh available on Light Long Range, Wind and GT-Line models. That means drivers can expect to travel longer distances on a full charge—up to 513 …
Los Angeles, California— Introduced three years ago, the fifth-generation Kia Sportage gets a mid-cycle update for 2026 that includes a refreshed exterior, improved connectivity, new displays and advanced powertrains. The Korean compact SUV will once again be available in conventionally powered, hybrid (HEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) configurations. The 2026 …
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