Kia Lucky Motors, Pakistan launches fourth generation Kia Sorento SUV On May 10, Kia Lucky Motors Corporation (LMC) launched the fourth-generation Kia Sorento, a three-row SUV, in three variants: the 3.5L V6 FWD priced at PKR 13.5 million, the 1.6L Turbo Hybrid FWD at PKR 14.7 million, and the 1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWD at PKR 16 million. Bookings for the vehicle commenced on May 11, 2025. The 3.5L V6 FWD variant is powered by a SmartStream 3.5 V6 MPI...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

5, Hyundai global sales volume increased by 0.1% y/y to 1,354,458 units, Kia’s sales rose 2.5% to 1,045,936 units. GM Korea saw a 9.1% decline to 154,161 units, KGM dropped 10.6% to 34,941 units, and Renault Korea rose 8.1% to 28,599 units. In terms of sales by model in April, Kia’s midsize SUV Sorento was ranked first with 8,796 units sold, followed by Kia’s MPV Carnival in second place with 7,592 units sold and Hyundai’s compact sedan A...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/07

it (ccNC) can receive these updates. The AI Assistant is already standard in the Kia K4 in the U.S. and the Kia EV3 in Korea. European EV3 models built from March 2025 onwards will feature Kia’s AI Assistant as standard. It will later expand to other ccNC-equipped models such as the EV6, EV9, and Sorento in the UK. From March 2025, all new European EV3s will come with the AI Assistant as standard, and older models will get it via OTA updates. B...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

volume fell by 0.7% y/y to 999,626 units, while Kia’s rose by 1.5% to 771,463 units. GM Korea’s sales declined by 10.1% to 112,517 units, KGM’s dropped by 11.3% to 26,009 units, and Renault Korea’s increased by 14.4% to 18,172 units. In terms of sales by model in March, Kia’s midsize SUV Sorento was ranked first with 10,155 units sold, followed by Kia’s MPV Carnival in second place with 7,710 units sold and Hyundai’s compact sedan ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/03

’s global sales volume decreased by 0.02% y/y to 633,301 units, Kia’s sales grew by 1.1% to 493,168 units, GM Korea declined by 3.5% to 71,273 units, KGM fell by 11.3% to 16,526 units, and Renault Korea increased by 13.4% to 9,916 units. In terms of sales by model in February, Kia’s midsize SUV Sorento was ranked first with 9,067 units sold, followed by Kia’s MPV Carnival in second place with 7,734 units, and Kia’s compact SUV Sportage ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/05

an AllSpace, and top-tier Taos while raising prices on specific exempt models due to inflation. Grupo Car One lowered the Mitsubishi Outlander's price from USD 61,000 to USD 55,000, making it more competitive. Kia reduced the Sportage’s price by up to USD 10,000 and plans to introduce the updated Sorento. The tax reform aims to make vehicles more affordable and encourage electrification. While the 0% tariff for hybrids and EVs is pending, brand...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/13

Kia Sorento Turbo Hybrid SUV launched in Philippines Reported on February 6, 2025, Kia Philippines has launched the 2025 Sorento Turbo Hybrid SUV, priced from PHP 2.188 million. This 7-seater mid-sized SUV is offered in 2WD and AWD versions. All variants are equipped with the same powertrain: an electrified and turbocharged 1.6-liter engine with a combined output of 235 hp and 367 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed AT. The SX+ AWD variant also gets...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/11

Korea’s sales decreased 26.8% to 31,618 units. KGM’s sales decreased 13.0% to 7,980 units. Meanwhile, Renault Korea more than doubled its sales, increasing 104.0% to 3,817 units. Total global sales for the five companies fell 3.9% y/y to 593,210 units. By model in January, Kia’s mid-size SUV Sorento was ranked first with 7,454 units sold, followed by Kia’s compact SUV Sportage in second place with 6,547 units sold and Kia’s MPV Carniva...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/04

global sales volume decreased by 1.8% y/y to 4,141,791 units, Kia increased by 0.1% to 3,083,371 units, GM Korea increased by 6.7% to 499,559 units, KGM decreased by 5.7% to 109,424 units, and Renault Korea increased by 2.6% to 106,939 units. In terms of sales by model in 2024, Kia’s midsize SUV Sorento ranked first with 94,538 units sold, followed by Kia’s MPV Carnival in second place with 82,748 units sold. Hyundai’s midsize SUV Santa Fe...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

o 3,809,424 units, Kia decreased by 0.9% to 2,841,654 units, GM Korea increased by 7.1% to 446,234 units, KGM decreased 10.1% to 98,737 units and Renault Korea decreased 5.3% to 92,292 units. In terms of sales by model in November, mid-size SUVs dominated the domestic market.  Kia’s mid-size SUV Sorento was ranked first with 10,434 units sold, followed by Hyundai’s mid-size SUV Santa Fe in second place with 7,576 units sold and Kia’s MPV C...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03

ee years ago, is expected to arrive in Kia showrooms in Q2 2025.  With new styling and technologies, the 2026 Sportage offers three powertrains with a trim range that now includes the rugged X-Line and X-Pro Prestige trims. Certain Sportage trims are assembled in the U.S., alongside the Telluride, Sorento, and all-electric EV6 and EV9 at Kia’s manufacturing plant in West Point, Georgia.  • ICE models have a 187-hp 2.5-liter I-4 engine mated...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/23

it to be made very clear that Kia is driving forward on all fronts,” said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.  The Kia press conference is scheduled to take place November 21 at 9:45 a.m. Pacific Time.  As a reminder, certain 2025 EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, Sportage (excludes HEV/PHEV), Sorento (excludes HEV/PHEV), and Telluride vehicles are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. (Kia press release on Nov...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/15

l sales volume decreased by 1.6% y/y to 3,447,171 units, Kia decreased by 1.1% to 2,579,316 units, GM Korea increased by 7.3% to 396,608 units, KG Mobility decreased 12.6% to 89,888 units and Renault Korea decreased 17.0% to 77,112 units. In terms of sales by model in October, Kia’s mid-size SUV Sorento was ranked first with 7,962 units sold, followed by Hyundai’s mid-size sedan Grandeur in second place with 7,433 units sold and Hyundai’s ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/05

VMS 2024: Skoda presents various models including EV in Vietnam On October 23, 2024, Skoda Auto brought a series of cars to the Vietnam Motor Show 2024 (VMS 2024). Among the highlight models was the new generation Kodiaq, which is positioned to compete with rivals such as Kia Sorento, Toyota Fortuner, and Mazda CX-8. At VMS 2024, the all-new Kodiaq was introduced in 2 versions: Selection 2.0 TDI and Sportline 4×4 2.0 TDI.  Skoda also introduced...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/25

global sales volume decreased by 1.6% y/y to 3,075,861 units, Kia decreased by 1.5% to 2,315,332 units, GM Korea increased by 7.2% to 346,587 units, KGM decreased 16.3% to 80,643 units and Renault Korea decreased 25.9% to 64,656 units.  In terms of sales by model in September, Kia’s midsize SUV Sorento was ranked first with 6,628 units sold, followed by Hyundai’s mid-size sedan Grandeur in second place with 6,120 units sold and Hyundai’s ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/03

Kia to start vehicle production in Kazakhstan from October 2025 On September 10, the President of Kazakhstan visited the construction site of the KIA car factory in Kostanay region. The plant will start the assembly line in test mode in July 2025. The plant will start operation in October 2025. Kia will produce the Sorento model at the initial stage. From January 2026, the updated Sportage model will be built. A third model is also planned.  The...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/11

m Mexico as a strategy to avoid paying import taxes starting in late 2025. Following the presentation of the EV5, Kia Brazil's president, José Luiz Gandini, announced that the next model to be launched is the EV9, also electric, with sales expected to begin in December 2024, followed by the diesel Sorento in early 2025. It was also announced that Kia plans to import models from Mexico without paying import taxes starting in late 2025, beginning ...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/30

dai global sales volume decreased by 0.9% y/y to 2,395,937 units, Kia decreased by 1.1% to 1,814,376 units, GM Korea increased by 14.5% to 291,986 units, KGM decreased 14.6% to 64,878 units and Renault Korea decreased 31.7% to 47,580 units.   In terms of sales by model in July, Kia’s midsize SUV Sorento was ranked first with 7,596 units sold, followed by Kia’s MPV Carnival in second place with 7,050 units sold and Hyundai’s mid-size sedan ...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/05

Kia launches new Sorento HEV and PHEV versions in Italy On August 2, Kia announced the arrival of the electrified range of the Kia Sorento D-segment SUV in Italy. This SUV is offered in HEV and PHEV versions, complying with Euro 6e regulations. The Full Hybrid version combines a 1.6-liter turbo T-GDi gasoline engine with a 1.49 kWh battery and a 44.2kW electric motor, combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission, offering up to 215 PS and optio...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/03

reased by 1.4% to 1,551,947 units, GM Korea increased by 25.7% to 269,422 units, Renault Korea decreased 35.0% to 42,133 units and KGM decreased 13.2% to 56,565 units.   In terms of sales by model in June, Kia’s MPV Carnival was ranked first with 8,097 units sold, followed by Kia’s midsize SUV Sorento in second place with 7,307 units sold and Kia’s compact SUV Sportage, Hyundai’s light-duty truck Porter tied for third place in sales, eac...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/02