2011 KIA SPORTAGE NAMED "BEST NEW CROSSOVER VEHICLE" IN ABOUT.COM'S 2011 READERS' CHOICE AWARDS

Kia's Compact CUV Honored by Consumers in Respected Online Resource's Poll (About.com)

• Award-winning Sportage chosen by the public as top pick in its segment
• Sportage offers a compelling and complete package with head-turning style, fun-to-drive performance and innovative features

IRVINE, Calif., March 17, 2011 - In addition to being named the "International Truck of the Year" by ICOTY jurors and a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the 2011 Kia Sportage compact CUV now has achieved "Best New Crossover Vehicle" in the 2011 Readers' Choice Awards by About.com. The annual awards, designed to showcase the very best products, services and features in multiple categories across the network, are based completely on votes submitted by consumers.

"Launched as part of Kia's ongoing design-led transformation, the 2011 Sportage continues Kia's commitment to offering consumers unmatched levels of styling, technology, performance and overall value," said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing & communications, Kia Motors America (KMA). "The Sportage continues to add to its list of industry and consumer awards and accolades, and as the second Kia vehicle to offer a turbocharged engine in the U.S., we are confident consumer consideration for Sportage and the entire Kia line up will continue to grow."

All crossover vehicles, either mid-size or compact, with an enclosed cargo compartment and unibody construction in production for the 2010 or 2011 model year were eligible for the award. Other vehicle categories included "Best New SUV," "Best New Minivan," "Best Family Car," "Best Compact Car," "Best Car for Teens," "Best Car Under $16,000" and "Best New or Redesigned Car of 2011."

About the 2011 Kia Sportage

The 2011 Sportage CUV offers image-, safety- and value-conscious consumers increased levels of performance and efficiency, comfort and convenience, the latest in-vehicle technologies incorporated into all of Kia's latest new vehicles and an abundance of standard safety features. Retaining the functionality and versatility of the previous generation model, the 2011 Sportage also offers a sleek, modern and boldly styled package with new proportions and a completely new look. A "2010 Top Safety Pick" by IIHS, the all-new CUV received top ratings from IIHS for front, side, rollover and rear impact protection. The new Sportage SX, now available at retail showrooms1, features a powerful, efficient 2.0-liter, 256 horsepower Turbo GDI engine, unique exterior and interior features. Available in Base, LX, EX and the recently introduced SX trim, the 2011 Sportage features a starting MSRP of $18,2952.

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About.com Likes New KIA Forte

KIA FORTE NAMED TO ABOUT.COM “BEST NEW CARS OF 2010” LIST

Popular Kia Compact Sedan Honored by Esteemed Online Resource

Kia Forte tops highly competitive compact segment

Kia sedan offers consumers the entire package of standard safety features and cutting edge technology

IRVINE, Calif., January 13, 2010 – Recently named “Car of the Year” for 2010 by NADAguides.com, the 2010 Kia Forte sedan has been named to the “Best New Cars of 2010” list by popular online resource About.com. Forte was one of 12 vehicles selected by About.com for its attractive combination of high quality, extensive standard safety features and overall value.

“In today’s economy consumers are looking for an attractive, well-equipped vehicle at a great price point, and the stylish Forte sedan offers exactly that and more,” said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing of Kia Motors America (KMA). “Recognition from a widely referenced consumer site like About.com brings more attention and credibility to the progress of the Kia brand and consumers can expect to see more of our new signature design direction in the near future as we continue the largest product rollout in company history.”

Taking all new and redesigned vehicles for 2010 into consideration, About.com reviewed and selected the top 12 vehicles they felt best offered consumers an exceptional combination of value, style, quality, safety features and amenities.

Available in three trims, LX, EX and SX, pricing for the Forte sedan starts at $13,695¹for the LX trim, while the EX begins at $15,995¹ and the SX starts at $17,495¹. In addition to competitive pricing, Forte comes well-stocked with a long list of standard amenities, starting with a standard AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system outfitted with SIRIUS Satellite Radio capabilities with three months complimentary service². Also standard on all models is an auxiliary audio input jack and USB port for connecting personal MP3 players as well as BLUETOOTH®³ wireless technology and connectivity with steering wheel-mounted controls, which enables hands-free operation for all compatible mobile phones.

In addition to offering affordability and standard amenities, Forte also showcases a class-leading combination of standard safety features with active front headrests, advanced two-stage airbags, front seat-mounted and side curtain airbags, four-wheel disc brakes with an antilock brake system (ABS), brake assist (BAS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), electronic stability control (ESC), a traction control system (TCS) and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

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