Used Kia Cars

Kia motors is a popular South Korean automobile manufacturer who derives its name from the words ki and a in Korean. Put together, these words literally translate to "rising out of Asia." This is a good descriptor for the company and its vehicles, because they have seen an explosion of popularity in the United States in their relatively short time in the country. While the company has existed in Asian markets since 1944, the first vehicles to be sold in the United States were sold in 1994. Despite such a recent footing in the United States, the company now sells cars, both new and used, in over 640 dealerships across the country.

The United States is not the only country that the company does business in. While based in Seoul, South Korea, the company has branches throughout the world. Passenger vehicles are manufactured by Kia Motors America and Kia Motors Europe. Additionally, the company manufactures specialized military vehicles in Korea for the Korean government.

When it comes to specific models of cars, the Soul and the Forte are very popular. The Soul is a four-cylinder hybrid vehicle with standard manual transmission. A used Forte can come in many designs, as they manufactured in two-door or four-door or even five-door hatchbacks, and they can be either a coupe or a sedan. Other popular types of used passenger cars include Cerato, Rio, and Optima.

The company is also well known for its SUVs and vans. The Sportage is a very popular brand, and has been available since 1993. According to a 2009 Consumer Reports survey, the Sportage is one of the most reliable vehicles produced by any car manufacturer. Other popular SUV/van brands include Sedona, Sorento, Rondo and Borrego.

Used Kia Car Models