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All-New Kia Niro EV Launched in Malaysia: 201hp, 255Nm, 460km Range – RM255,888

The first-generation Niro was introduced in 2016 and was based on the same platform as the Hyundai Ioniq, followed by a plug-in version in 2017, an electric version in 2018 and a facelift variant in 2019.

On November 25 during the 2021 Seoul Mobility Show, the second-generation Niro was unveiled. The model was officially launched on January 25, 2022, and the second-generation Niro EV made its premiere in April later that year.

Finally, Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor for the Kia brand in Malaysia has introduced the second-generation all-new Kia Niro EV for the Malaysian market.

Exterior

The exterior of the Niro EV is heavily influenced by the 2019 Kia HabaNiro concept car. The front still features Kia’s signature “Tiger Face” that extends from the hood to the fender below.

It features daytime running lights (DRLs) known as the “heartbeat” along with a bold skid plate that enhances the ruggedness of the Niro EV.

The side profile comprises a high-tech two-tone body with a wide Aero C-Pillar at the rear, enhancing air flow to improve aerodynamics that blends into the boomerang-shaped rear taillights. Also found on the exterior design is the Active Air Flap within the grille which contributes to the new Niro’s competitive 0.29 co-efficient (Cd) achievement.

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New Fourth-Generation Kia Picanto Debuts

The new Picanto entry-level hatchback has been unveiled by Kia. The fourth-generation compact car now comes in two different specifications, the base and the GT Line, and has been improved with a fresh appearance and modern technology.

Exterior

It has new headlights with optional LEDs, as well as redesigned front and rear bumpers and features Kia’s signature ‘tiger nose’. Although options for 14, 15, and 16-inch alloy wheels are available, the base model comes with 14-inch wheels as standard. Exclusive 16-inch diamond-cut wheels and a rear diffuser are included with the GT Line. Ten paint colours are available, including Iced Illusion and Rich Brown.

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Kia Stinger Might Return As An Electric Car

According to reports, the Hyundai Motor Group is considering creating a new Kia electric vehicle (EV) that might take the place of the Stinger and establish a new performance standard for the brand.

The GT Concept from the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show and the Kia GT4 Stinger from the 2014 North American International Auto Show are where the Stinger got its origins.

This new Kia electric vehicle, code-named GT1 internally, may be released between late 2025 and early 2026.

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Kia EV6 Built From 350,000 LEGO Bricks On Display In Milan

For over 70 years, children (and their parents) all over the world have been able to build all types of machines, buildings and other subjects with small plastic bricks from LEGO. The interlocking bricks, which come in kits, are suitable for children from a very early age and with varying complexity, remain appealing as they get older.

Where cars are concerned, the history of LEGO (derived from the Danish words, ‘leg godt’ which mean ‘play well’) has numerous models big and small. There are even models which have moving parts, serving to educate as well. In fact, Renault’s engineers even used LEGO parts when they made a prototype of the brand’s E-TECH powertrain.

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Hyundai IONIQ 6 Wins 2023 World Car Of The Year Title – Plus 2 Other Awards

Hyundai Motor’s IONIQ 6 has won the 2023 World Car of the Year (WCOTY) title, as well as the World Car Design of the Year and World Electric Vehicle awards. The Hyundai Motor Group also collected another award for the Kia EV6 GT which won the World Performance Car title.

The IONIQ 6 – also known as the ‘Electric Streamliner’ – beat the other finalists which included the BMW X1/iX1 and the Kia Niro for the overall title. The IONIQ 6 was one of 21 original vehicles that were in contention for the 2023 WCOTY awards in the 19^th year of the event.

This is the second consecutive triple win for the Hyundai Motor Group as the IONIQ 5 was last year’s winner in the same three categories.

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Kia Raises Targets For Electrified Vehicle Sales In Quest To Become A Leading Global EV Brand

Kia Corporation to cross the 4-million mark in global sales by 2026, with 25% of the volume made up of electric vehicles (EVs) as its long-term strategy focusses on electrification. By the end of the decade, the Korean carmaker which is part of the Hyundai Motor Group, aims to achieve an annual sales target of 4.3 million units.

It also plans to become a leading EV brand by raising the proportion of electrified car sales to 55% (2.38 million units) in 2030. This is a 7.5% (300,000 units) increase from the 2030 target announced last year, while the global sales target for electrified vehicles has increased by 15.5% (320,000 units).

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Kia EV9 Revealed – First 3-Row BEV SUV For Brand

At the 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show, Kia displayed the Concept EV9 which was expected to be the new flagship SUV of the brand. And with electrification underway, it would be a battery electric vehicle (BEV). 16 months later, here are the first pictures of the production model – Kia’s first 3-row electric flagship SUV – with the official global debut to take place towards the end of the month.

“The Kia EV9 breaks new ground, aiming to redefine standards for design, connectivity, usability and environmental responsibility,” said Karim Habib, Executive Vice-President and Head of the Kia Global Design Centre. “The Kia EV9 offers customers an exceptionally high-quality proposition and a fresh EV perspective in the family SUV sector. This new vehicle typology provides instinctive experiences and excellent comfort for not just the driver, but all occupants, through innovative use of space, technology and design.”

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Dinamikjaya Motors Launches New Kia Sorento As Second Locally-Assembled Model

When BAuto took over the Kia franchise in April 2021 and established subsidiary Dinamikjaya Motors to handle the Korean brand, local assembly was already being planned. Unlike some other new brands where the carmaker may want to wait a while and see how fast their volume grows, Kia Motors had already decided to use Malaysia as a regional production hub and wanted local assembly to commence as soon as possible.

They revealed a 5-year plan which showed the models that would be assembled for the Malaysian market, and the chart showed that the first two models would be the Carnival and Sorento. The Carnival started rolling out of the Inokom plant in Kedah in July last year and now comes the Sorento.

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Review: Kia EV6 – For The Tech Geeks

The Kia EV6 is one of those rare cars that seem to have it all, and by have it all we mean great looks, a spacious interior and technology that would make a Tesla seem outdated. So why don’t we see more of them on the road?

These days, you cannot take a short trip to the store without being bombarded with something or other about electric vehicles. Either your neighbour would have bought a new EV or someone on the radio will be talking about it.

But whether you believe in them or not, EV’s are all the rage these days, and it is going to be that way for some time.

So which EV is the best? Since EV’s are not exactly cheap, which should you be spending your money on in case you are interested in getting one.

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4th Generation Kia Sorento Coming Soon, Priced From RM220,000

Last year could have been considered a ‘setting up’ year for Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd, the subsidiary of Bermaz Auto (BAuto) handling the Kia brand. With BAuto having suddenly gained two additional brands in such a short space of time, it need to organize the sales and aftersales network first.

Kia already had its 5-year plan ready to roll, with 4 new models to be assembled locally. The first one was the Carnival, which arrived as planned last year (a hybrid version is planned for 2024) and now comes the second one – the Sorento SUV – which was originally planned to appear in 2022 as well.

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All-New Kia Niro EV Launched in Malaysia: 201hp, 255Nm, 460km Range – RM255,888

New Fourth-Generation Kia Picanto Debuts

Kia Stinger Might Return As An Electric Car

Kia EV6 Built From 350,000 LEGO Bricks On Display In Milan

Hyundai IONIQ 6 Wins 2023 World Car Of The Year Title – Plus 2 Other Awards

Kia Raises Targets For Electrified Vehicle Sales In Quest To Become A Leading Global EV Brand

Kia EV9 Revealed – First 3-Row BEV SUV For Brand

Dinamikjaya Motors Launches New Kia Sorento As Second Locally-Assembled Model

Review: Kia EV6 – For The Tech Geeks

4th Generation Kia Sorento Coming Soon, Priced From RM220,000

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Locally Assembled 2024 Kia Carnival Open For Bookings

Hyundai and Kia Unveil Active Air Skirt Technology for Enhanced EV Efficiency

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