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2017 Cadenza SXL It’s turning into travel season and a nice road trip can be an exciting prospect or a horrible nightmare depending on your mode of transportation. For those looking to take a chance on a family adventure, we have some great news! The Kia Soul and Cadenza have both been named the best cars for families by U.S. News & World Report! With features that include ergonomically correct seating, rear sunshades, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, you’ll have everything you need to stay cool, comfortable and keep the peace! For families with teen drivers, the Cadenza features UVO teen driver controls which make it easier to let your babies leave the nest safely. “We’re thrilled to receive these great awards,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning KMA, “because they speak to the effort we put into creating vehicles that families will love. It’s part of Kia’s global commitment to offer attractive, reliable and dynamic vehicles with tremendous value. Being awarded Best Cars for Families by U.S. News & World Report is a testimony to those efforts and we couldn’t be more proud.” For more information on either of these vehicles, you can also check out our DELLA Kia website! If you think your family deserves an upgrade on how you go on a road trip, test drive the Soul or Cadenza, come on by DELLA Kia at our location at 74 South Platt Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901! "Soul and Cadenza Named Best Cars for Families by U.S. News & World Report." Kia Motors America Newsroom. Kia Media, 7 Mar. 2017. Web. 15 Mar. 2017. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/12377/soul-and-cadenza-named-best-cars-for-families-by-us-news-and-world-report1 >.

2018 Stinger The all-new 2018 Kia Stinger has been in the public eye for barely two weeks, and it’s already winning awards! Shortly following its debut at the 2017 North American International Auto Show, it was awarded the EyesOn Design Award for Production Car Design Excellence! This award honors the best concept and production vehicles who made their debut at the 2017 NAIAS. There are many categories including Concept Car, Production Car, Concept Truck, Production Truck, Innovative Use of Color/Graphics/Materials, Interior Design, User Experience Award, and Designer Catalyst. As previously mentioned, the 2018 Stinger picked up the coveted Production Car award. “We’ve made a lot of great cars and I’m proud of all of them, but the Stinger is something special,” said Peter Schreyer, Kia Motors’ chief design officer. Learn more about the 2018 Kia Stinger in our previous blog: here! "2018 Kia Stinger Receives EyesOn Design Award for Production Car Design Excellence." Kia Motors America Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Jan. 2017. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/12179/2018-kia-stinger-receives-eyeson-design-award-for-production-car-design-excellence >.

2017 Kia Sportage SX SX Turbo 2WD The 2017 Best of Awards were recently held at the North American International Auto Show by Cars.com. The website’s annual awards show showcases all-new or redesigned vehicles that excel in quality, innovation, and value. The all-new 2017 Kia Sportage, which is the fourth generation of the vehicle, was chosen as the Best New Compact SUV of 2017! Not only is the all-new 2017 Sportage an IIHS Top Safety Pick+, it offers a more contemporary design, spacious interior, and dynamic performance. “It's hard to overstate how far Kia has come in the last 15 years: The South Korean brand has steadily refined its lineup while adding features that wouldn't be out of place in a luxury vehicle. The redesigned 2017 Sportage compact SUV continues that trend with its distinctive styling, a roomy interior, easy-to-use technology and upscale available features,” said Patrick Olsen, Cars.com editor-in-chief. “The SUV segment is booming and compact SUVs are especially hot. That field is extremely competitive, but the new Sportage is well positioned to challenge them — and win.” Test drive the 2017 Kia Sportage at DELLA Kia today! "2017 Sportage Named." Kia Motors America Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 18 Jan. 2017. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/12161/2017-sportage-named-best-new-compact-suv-by-carscom >.

2017 Soul Turbo While Car and Driver’s 10Best list has been recognizing the ten best vehicles on the market for 35 years, 2017 marked the inaugural year for the 10Best Trucks and SUVs list expansion. This extension recognized one vehicle from ten different categories including subcompact luxury SUV, subcompact SUV, compact luxury SUV, compact SUV, mid-size luxury SUV, mid-size SUV, full-size pickup, mid-size pickup, large SUV, and van. More than 150 vehicles were eligible for the list, and our very own 2017 Kia Soul was chosen as the best subcompact SUV! “We are honored that Car and Driver has named the Soul to its ‘10Best Trucks and SUVs’ list,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning KMA. “The Soul has been an extraordinary success story for the Kia brand, and earning this award is a testament to our continued commitment to world-class quality and top-notch design that can be – in the Soul’s case – as funky as it is functional.” The new 2017 Kia Soul will feature a 201 horsepower 1.6L Turbocharged Engine, along with a new Seven-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission, plus available Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Detection, and UVO3 with Integrated Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™. Look out for the refreshed Soul rolling into DELLA Kia in January! "KIA SOUL EARNS CAR AND DRIVER 10BEST TRUCKS AND SUVs AWARD." Kia Motors America Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Dec. 2016. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11912/kia-soul-earns-car-and-driver-10best-trucks-and-suvs-award >.

2017 Cadenza The 2017 Kia Cadenza may just be arriving in showrooms, but it is already racking up the awards! Last week, the all-new Cadenza was recognized at the Hispanic Motor Press Awards® as one of the best vehicles for Latino families! Over 100 vehicles were considered based on availability, affordability, and test drives, where the judges considered design, comfort, safety, performance, functionality, and overall value. At the end of the vetting process, only three vehicles were chosen as the best for Hispanic families. “The ‘New Kia’ is world-class by every measure, and the all-new Cadenza is our latest model to be honored with a coveted Hispanic Motor Press Award,” said Michael Sprague, chief operating officer and EVP, KMA. “The Cadenza injects a much-needed shot of excitement to the large-car segment with its striking, aggressively handsome looks and premium refinements, and Kia is honored to be named among the best choices for Latino families.” Stop by DELLA Kia to test drive the 2017 Kia Cadenza today! "ALL-NEW KIA CADENZA WINS LARGE SEDAN OF THE YEAR AWARD FROM THE HISPANIC MOTOR PRESS ASSOCIATION." Kia Motors America Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 Nov. 2016. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11897/all-new-kia-cadenza-wins-large-sedan-of-the-year-award-from-the-hispanic-motor-press-association >.

2016 Soul 2017 Cadenza The 13th Annual Active Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year awards were recently held in Arizona, and for the fifth year in a row, the Kia Soul was chosen as a winner, along with the all-new 2017 Kia Cadenza. The awards recognize vehicles well-suited for outdoor activities and those who enjoy them based on evaluations by automotive journalists and local athletes. Using criteria such as design, power, efficiency, and cargo capability, the panel of judges chose Soul as urban category winner, while the Cadenza clenched the full-sized sedan segment. “Winning the Active Lifestyle Vehicle award for the fifth consecutive year is a clear indication that the Soul makes a great companion for urbanites who are constantly on the go,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president of product planning, KMA. “Its unique combination of style, fun-to-drive attitude, extensive feature content, and practicality make the Soul a crowd favorite, while the Cadenza’s upscale design, ample interior, and advanced convenience features make it a fierce competitor in the full-size sedan segment.” The 2017 Kia Cadenza is due to arrive at DELLA Kia later this year, while the 2016 Kia Soul is waiting for your test drive! Stop in today. "Kia Soul and Cadenza Named Active Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year Award Winners." KIA SOUL AND CADENZA NAMED ACTIVE LIFESTYLE VEHICLE OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS. N.p., n.d. Web. 01 Nov. 2016. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11805/kia-soul-and-cadenza-named-active-lifestyle-vehicle-of-the-year-award-winners >.