This year has been off to a phenomenal start here at Jim Butler Kia of St Louis, as we are getting to fully enjoy showing customers the models that provide exciting and energy-saving hybrid benefits. 3 of these Kia models have been recognized as winners of the annual 2023 Best Cars for the Money awards from U.S. News, with the 2023 Kia Sportage taking top honors as the Best Hybrid SUV for the Money.
The Kia K5 smartly snagged up the Best Midsize car for the Money spot, and the Kia Rio claimed the title of Best Subcompact car for the Money. Spanning 12 relevant automotive categories, these awards showcase cars and crossovers that best represent long-term value and a first-rate track record during ownership. We are excited to see these 3 models represent the longstanding value and significance of the entire lineup, effectively delivering on promises for performance, technology, and appealing design.
Overall quality is determined by each vehicle’s performance as the best cars see an official ranking, and value is measured by a combination of costs to own over 5 years along with transaction prices. These prominent awards are set in motion and made public to identify the vehicles that offer up a very strong long-term value, and thoroughly segment-leading ownership experience. This trio of vehicles has been triumphantly released to keep overall ownership costs low, and be top picks for buyers who are seeking resounding quality.
The 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid now joins our high-achieving family as an Earth-friendly electrified version, and it is going to be one to keep close tabs on as our Plan S Strategy for the future unfolds. This was a model that saw high praise for its punchy 4-cylinder engine, spacious cabin, and abundance of the best technology features. Where it really sets itself apart from competing crossovers is its extroverted styling, sporting one of the industry’s most distinct grille designs and bodywork. This is a fantastic choice for those who are searching for a family-friendly compact SUV with abundant cargo room and standard features.
The 2023 Kia K5 has wowed many of the marketplace’s choosiest customers with its top-tier GT trim, coming standard with a sportier body kit, 18-inch wheels, a 10-way power driver’s seat, wireless smartphone charging, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The Premium Package adds adaptive cruise control, advanced forward-collision warning, and full LED headlights. This exciting and aggressive take on a model that is already light years beyond ordinary in its range-topping form offers a unique suspension tune, bigger brakes, and wider tires on 19-inch rims.
The 2023 Kia Rio has a solid spot on many consumers’ New Year’s wish list due to its very confident driving stance, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, and excellent gas mileage. Available as either A 4-door sedan or five-door hatchback, it offers a simplified daily driver while also doubling down on impressive efficiency. Power is derived from a 120-horsepower inline 4-cylinder that is solely connected to a continuously variable automatic.
The Rio does not see too many intense changes for 2023 but also is one of the most appealing and cost-efficient vehicles on the market today. The S Model provides upper-end extras in the form of cruise control, a center armrest, a rear USB outlet, and a split folding rear seat with adjustable headrests.
